FG Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarship Awards 2026 – Apply Now

The Federal Ministry of Education hereby invites interested and qualified Nigerians to participate in the ongoing 2026/2027 Nomination Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the Federal Government Scholarship Awards.

Application Deadline: Friday, 11th December 2026 by 11:59 PM.

Eligible Countries: Nigeria

Type: Undergraduate & Postgraduate

Eligible Field Of Study:

• Undergraduate level – Engineering, Geology, Agriculture, Sciences, Mathematics, Languages, Environmental Sciences, Sports, Law, Social Sciences, Biotechnology, Architecture, Medicine (very limited), etc., and
• Postgraduate level (Masters Degree and PhD) in all fields.

Eligibility:

1. All applicants for undergraduate degree courses must possess a minimum qualification of Five (5) Distinctions (As & Bs) in the Senior Secondary School Certificates, WASSCE/WAEC (May/June) only in the subjects relevant to their fields of study, including English Language and Mathematics. Certificates should not be more than two (2) years old (2027 & 2022) for Non-African Countries, and for African countries, the age of the certificate is one year (2026) only. The age limit is from 17 to 20 years
2. All applicants for Postgraduate degree courses must hold a First Degree with 1st Class or at least 2nd Class Upper Division. The applicants who are previous recipients of Foreign Awards must have acquired at least two (2) years post-qualification experience or employment practice in Nigeria. All applicants must have completed the N.Y.S.C. Programme, and the age limit is 35 years for Masters and 40 years for Ph.D.

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Application Process: Application forms are to be completed online as follows:

1. Complete the form online
2. Submit and Print a copy
3. Attach a photocopy of the following documents to the Printed Copy
4. Letter of Admission to the Institution
5. Current Course Registration Form
6. CGPA results of year 1, 2, 3, etc.
7. Current School’s Identity Card
8. Letter of Identification from your State/Local Government
9. Two (2) passport-size photographs with your name written on the back and duly signed by you

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GENERAL NOTICE: During the application, candidates are expected to indicate the following:

• Candidates are advised to choose a Computer-Based Test Centre (CBT) very close to them.
• Choice of programme preferred in order of priority (i.e. Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) and Nigerian Award;

HOW TO APPLY

All interested and qualified students should visit the Official website for the application.

FAQs

1. What is the FG Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarship?

The FG BEA Scholarship is a Federal Government of Nigeria initiative under the Federal Scholarship Board that offers Nigerian students the opportunity to study in partner countries such as Russia, China, Hungary, Egypt, Morocco, and others. It is based on bilateral agreements between Nigeria and these countries to promote educational exchange.

2. Who is eligible to apply for the 2026 BEA Scholarship?

Eligibility usually includes:

• Nigerian citizenship
• Strong academic performance (depending on undergraduate or postgraduate level)
• Age limits (typically 18–22 years for undergraduates)
• Relevant academic qualifications (WAEC/NECO for undergraduates, Bachelor’s/Master’s degree for postgraduates)
• Good health and willingness to study abroad under the government allocation

3. How can I apply for the FG BEA Scholarship 2026?

Applicants are required to:

• Visit the Federal Ministry of Education or Federal Scholarship Board portal when applications open
• Fill out the online application form
• Upload required documents such as academic certificates, birth certificate, and passport
• Attend a selection interview or examination (if required)

4. What does the BEA Scholarship cover?

The scholarship typically covers:

• Full tuition fees
• Monthly stipend for living expenses
• Accommodation (in most cases)
• Health insurance
  However, candidates may need to cover travel expenses depending on the agreement terms with the host country.