All full-time Year One students who have accepted their admissions have been invited to commence applications for the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The Director of the Information and Communication Technology Centre (ICTC), Prof. Sunny Orike, disclosed that the application process is simple and can be completed in less than 10 minutes.
According to the notice, eligible students are required to have the following documents and information:
JAMB Admission Letter
Bank Verification Number (BVN)
National Identification Number (NIN)
Applicants were advised to use their JAMB Registration Number in place of a matriculation number during the application process. They will also be required to upload their JAMB admission letter before completing the application.
To begin account creation and loan application, students are to visit the official NELFUND website at http://www.nelf.gov.ng and click on the “Apply Now” option.
Prof. Orike noted that students experiencing challenges during the application process can contact the Director, ICTC, via WhatsApp on 08033988451 for assistance.
He added that the deadline for submission of applications for the 2025/2026 academic session is January 31, 2026, urging eligible students to apply early to avoid last-minute difficulties.