The Kwara State Government has announced the Kwara State Government Scholarship and Bursary 2025 program to support students from the state in their academic journey. This initiative is part of the government’s commitment to improving education access, reducing financial burdens on families, and helping students reach their career goals.
His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kwara State Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has approved the payment of the 2024/2025 bursary and 2023/2024 scholarship awards to Kwara State indigenes in government-owned (state or federal) tertiary institution.
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About the Kwara State Government Scholarship and Bursary 2025
The scholarship and bursary scheme is managed by the Kwara State Scholarship Board. It targets qualified indigenes of the state studying in recognized universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across Nigeria.
The aim is to encourage academic excellence and reduce the dropout rate caused by financial challenges. The bursary component is open to a wider group of students, while the scholarship targets high-performing students with outstanding results.
Requirements and Eligibility
To qualify for the Kwara State Government Scholarship and Bursary 2025, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Only final year students who are indigenes of Kwara State are eligible.
- Be an indigene of Kwara State with valid proof of origin (Local Government Identification Certificate).
- Be a registered full-time student in an accredited Nigerian higher institution (university, polytechnic, or college of education).
- Present a valid student ID card and admission letter.
Benefits of the Scholarship and Bursary
The benefits of the Kwara State Government Scholarship and Bursary 2025 include:
- Beneficiaries of the Kwara State Government Scholarship will be awarded a cash grant of ₦100,000
- The beneficiaries of the Kwara State Government Bursary will be awarded a cash grant of ₦10,000
Selection Criteria and Process
The selection process for the scholarship and bursary involves:
- Verification of Eligibility: Only candidates who meet all the requirements will be considered.
- Academic Merit: Scholarship applicants are judged mainly on academic performance.
- Fair Representation: Efforts are made to ensure equal representation from all local governments in the state.
- Transparency: Selection is handled by the Kwara State Scholarship Board to ensure fairness.
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Registration Guidelines
Login to Your Account: After validation, you will be required to login to your application portal to continue with the application process.
Fill the Form: Fill the form and upload all the required documents.
Step-by-Step Guideline:
Step: 1 Login: Login using your KWASRRA SSID and your NIN. You will not be able to log in if you have not registered with KWASRRA.
Step: 2 Fill Bio-Data: Enter your personal details, including your full name, date of birth, gender, and contact information. Ensure all details are accurate before saving.
Step: 3 Fill Academic Details: Provide the name of your tertiary institution, course of study, year of admission, and your current level.
Step: 4 Upload Documents: Upload all required documents, including your passport photograph, local government citizenship certificate, evidence of NAKLAS/NAKSS due payment and your institutional valid I.D card. Ensure the files meet the specified format (e.g., PDF, JPEG, PNG).
Step: 5 Application Review: Carefully review all the information you have provided to ensure it is complete and accurate. Once satisfied, click Submit Application to finalize the process.
Submit Your Application: After filling the form, verify all your details carefully from the summary page, submit your application and download the copy of your form.
How to Apply |Registration Procedure
Step: 1 Kindly log on to https://scholarship.kwarastate.gov.ng/
Step: 2Use your KWASRRA SSID with your NIN to fill the application form online (SSID is the 12-characters unique identification number on your Resident Card).
Step: 3 Scan and upload the following documents online (mandatory).
- Passport photograph.
- Local Government Citizenship Certificate.
- Your duely stamped final year course registration form.
- Your Institutional Valid I.D Card.
- Evidence of NAKLAS/NAKSS due payment.
Step: 4 Number & NAKLAS/NAKSS Receipt: Applicants must possess a valid Kwara State Residents Registration Agency (KWASRRA) certificate and also upload your evidence of NAKLAS/NAKSS due payment.
Step: 5 NIN Slip: Applicants must possess an appropriate Nigerian Identification Number Slip.
Applicants are advised to double-check all information before submission, as errors can lead to disqualification.
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Application Deadline
The application portal for the Kwara State Government Scholarship and Bursary 2025 is usually open for a specific period each year.
Deadline: September 18th, 2025
Applicants are strongly advised to apply before the deadline, as late entries are not considered.
