The Oyo State Government has opened applications for its 2025/2026 General Bursary Awards, giving eligible final-year students an opportunity to receive financial support as they complete their studies.
Online registration commenced on October 14, 2026, for students of Oyo State origin enrolled in eligible public tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The application portal is scheduled to close on Monday, November 2, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. West Africa Time (WAT).
The bursary programme is designed to support qualified students with educational expenses. Eligible categories include university undergraduates, Higher National Diploma (HND) students, National Certificate in Education (NCE) students, and students in qualifying clinical, aviation and related programmes.
However, eligibility restrictions apply. Final-year law students, students in private institutions, part-time students and those studying outside Nigeria are not eligible under the general bursary scheme. Applicants should check the official portal for the full requirements applicable to their programme.
Requirements for the Oyo State Bursary
Interested applicants should prepare the required documents before starting the online registration. These include:
A valid admission letter.
A Local Government Identification Letter or certificate.
A current student registration or course form endorsed by the Head of Department.
Valid commercial bank account details in the applicant’s own name.
A recent passport photograph.
Proof of membership of the Federation of Oyo State Students’ Union (FOSSU), where required by the application guidelines.
Applicants should ensure that their personal information and academic details match the documents submitted to avoid errors during verification.
How to Apply for the Oyo State Bursary Online
Eligible students can follow these steps to submit their applications:
Visit the official bursary portal
Register for an account or log in if they already have one.
Complete the online application form with the correct personal, institutional and academic information.
Upload the required documents in the format requested on the portal.
Review the information carefully before submitting the application.
Save or print the confirmation page and application reference number for future reference.
Applicants who need to complete FOSSU registration can visit their official website and check the relevant instructions.
Application Deadline
The deadline for the 2025/2026 General Bursary Awards is November 2, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. WAT. Students are advised to apply early rather than wait until the final day, when technical issues or incomplete documents could delay submission.
The opening of the portal offers eligible Oyo State students an opportunity to seek financial assistance during their final year. Applicants should rely on the official registration portal for the latest requirements and updates before submitting their forms.