The Gombe State Scholarship 2026 is a government-funded educational support programme created to ease the financial burden faced by indigenes of Gombe State studying in tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The scheme is sponsored by the Gombe State Government and administered by the Gombe State Scholarship Board through its official online portal.
Gombe State Scholarship Details
- Scholarship Name: Gombe State Scholarship Board Award 2025/2026
- Eligible Institutions: Accredited universities, polytechnics, colleges of education and other approved tertiary institutions
- Scholarship Value: Up to ₦40,000
- Application Opens: September 30, 2026
- Closing Date: October 20, 2026
Gombe State Scholarship Eligibility
- Must be a bona fide indigene of Gombe State.
- Must be enrolled in or seeking admission to an accredited tertiary institution.
- Must be studying in a university, polytechnic, college of education, or other approved institution.
- Must meet the academic performance criteria set by the Gombe State Scholarship Board.
- Must provide all required supporting documents during the application process.
- Must submit the application before the official closing date.
Gombe State Scholarship Requirements
- Academic transcripts or most recent examination results.
- Valid admission letter from the applicant’s institution.
- Gombe State Certificate of Origin or State of Origin certificate.
- Recent passport photograph in the specified digital format.
- Valid student identity card from the current institution.
- Any other document specifically requested by the Scholarship Board.
Gombe State Scholarship Benefits
- PhD, MSc and PGD Students: ₦30,000
- Degree and HND Students: ₦22,000
- NCE and ND Students: ₦18,000
- Persons with Disabilities (PWD): Up to ₦40,000
- Financial relief for indigene students across all approved tertiary institutions.
- Support for both undergraduate and postgraduate academic levels.
Allowance for Persons with Disabilities
The Gombe State Scholarship Board has made specific provision for Persons with Disabilities by setting their award at up to ₦40,000, the highest category in the scheme. This provision reflects an inclusive approach that recognises the additional costs often associated with studying with a disability. Eligible applicants in this category should clearly indicate their status and attach any supporting documentation requested on the portal.
Gombe State Scholarship Portal
To apply for the Gombe State Scholarship 2026, you should click the link below to apply
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