Katsina State Scholarship Board

The Katsina State Scholarship Board is a fully funded scholarship program that provides financial assistance to eligible students from Katsina State pursuing higher education in Nigeria.

Established in 1988 and transformed into a trust fund in 2005, this initiative aims to empower students and eliminate financial barriers to education. The scholarship covers tuition, accommodation stipends, and monthly allowances for qualified applicants.

Category	Details
Scholarship Name	Katsina State Scholarship Trust Fund 2024
Established	1988 (Transformed into a Trust Fund in 2005)
Host	Katsina State Government
Scholarship Type	Fully Funded
Eligibility	Indigenes of Katsina State
Study Level	Undergraduate Students
Eligible Institutions	Nigerian Universities
Eligible Courses	Computer Science, Medicine, Engineering, Law, Business Administration, Journalism, Pharmacy, and more (See full list)
Eligible LGAs	All 34 Local Government Areas in Katsina State
Benefits	Full Tuition Coverage, Accommodation Stipends, Monthly Allowances
Required Documents	Certificate of State of Origin, FSLC, SSCE, JAMB Admission Letter, Birth Certificate, Statement of Results (CGPA), Passport Photo, School ID, Transcripts, Email & Phone Number
Application Process	Online Registration via the Scholarship Portal
Payment Requirement	Some applicants may need to purchase a scratch card
Selection Criteria	Academic Performance, Eligibility Compliance, Proper Documentation
Application Status	Open
Application Deadline	Not Announced Yet
How to Apply	Visit the official website, register, upload documents, and submit
Notification Process	Email or Portal Update After Application Review

About the Katsina State Scholarship Trust Fund

Since its establishment, the Katsina State Scholarship Trust Fund has been dedicated to:

Providing financial support to students from Katsina State.
Eliminating financial barriers to higher education.
Empowering the next generation of professionals, leaders, and innovators.

Over the years, the Trust Fund has evolved with technological advancements such as e-payment systems and computerized operations, ensuring transparent and efficient scholarship disbursement.

Eligible Courses

Only students enrolled in the following courses are eligible for the Katsina State Scholarship:

Courses not listed below are NOT eligible for the scholarship.

Computer Science, Computer Engineering / Systems Engineering
Accountancy
Architecture
Agricultural Engineering / Agricultural Science
Business Administration / Economics
Petroleum Engineering
Civil Engineering
Environmental Studies / Surveying
Geology / Geophysics
Chemical Engineering
Mass Communication / Journalism
Human Medicine and Surgery
Law
Mechanical Engineering
Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
Electrical / Electronic Engineering
Dentistry and Dental Surgery
Pharmacy

Eligible Local Government Areas

Students from the following LGAs in Katsina State are eligible to apply:

Bakori
Batagarawa
Batsari
Baure
Bindawa
Charanchi
Dan Musa
Dandume
Danja
Daura
Dutsi
Dutsin-Ma
Faskari
Funtua
Ingawa
Jibia
Kafur
Kaita
Kankara
Kankia
Katsina
Kurfi
Kusada
Mai’Adua
Malumfashi
Mani
Mashi
Matazu
Musawa
Rimi
Sabuwa
Safana
Sandamu
Tsagem
Zango

If your LGA is listed above, you are eligible to apply!

Benefits of the Katsina State Scholarship

Full Tuition Coverage: Covers all academic fees.
Accommodation Stipends: Financial aid for housing expenses.
Monthly Allowance: Helps students manage living expenses.

These benefits aim to support brilliant but underprivileged students, including those affected by terrorism.

Required Documents

To apply, you must provide the following documents:

Certificate of State of Origin
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC)
Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) Results
JAMB Admission Letter
School Admission Letter
Birth Certificate
Statement of Results (CGPA Report)
Recent Passport Photograph
Student Identification Letter (From Your Institution)
Student Transcripts (For Previous Academic Performance)
Valid Identification (Student ID, National ID, Driver’s License, or International Passport)
Functional Email Address & Phone Number

Ensure all documents are clear, correct, and up-to-date!

How to Apply for the Katsina State Scholarship

Follow this step-by-step guide to apply correctly:

Step 1: Visit the Scholarship Portal

Go to the Katsina State Scholarship Trust Fund official website.

Step 2: Start Your Application

Click on “Apply for Scholarship.”
Read and accept the Terms & Conditions before proceeding.

Step 3: Register Your Details

Provide personal information (full name, date of birth, LGA, etc.).
Fill in your educational background (institution, course, CGPA, etc.).
Upload required documents (see list above).

You can pause your application and continue later if needed.

Step 4: Purchase a scratch card (If Required)

Click on “Purchase Scratch Card” and follow the payment instructions.

Some scholarships require a scratch card for application validation.

Step 5: Submit Your Application

Review your application to ensure accuracy.
Click Submit.

Once submitted, applications CANNOT be edited!

Step 6: Await Confirmation

After submission, your application will be reviewed.
You will receive an email or portal notification about the status of your application.

Ensure your email and phone number are active to receive updates!

Application Deadline

The application is currently open, and no official deadline has been announced. Please apply as soon as possible before the window closes.

Official Website & Application Link

Apply for the Katsina State Scholarship Here