Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the opening of its student loan application portal for the 2025/2026 academic session.
NELFUND, in a statement, on Tuesday, by Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, Director, Strategic Communications,.NELFUND announced that the portal will run from Thursday, October 23, 2025, to Saturday, January 31, 2026.
NELFUND encouraged institutions to update and upload all verified records of both returning and newly admitted students on the NELFUND Student Verification Portal as an essential step for students to successfully apply and benefit from the scheme.
“To support a seamless rollout, institutions are advised to note the following: Item Details/ Action Required Portal Opening Date Thursday, October 23, 2025, Portal Closing Date Saturday, January 31, 2026. Eligible Students Returning and newly admitted students of accredited tertiary institutions.
“Fresh students may apply using either their Admission Number or JAMB Registration Number (in place of Matric Number). Institutional Flexibility Institutions are encouraged to show understanding in enforcing registration and fee payment deadlines for students awaiting loan disbursement. “Special Notice Institutions that have not yet commenced their 2025/2026 academic session should formally write to NELFUND with their approved academic calendar for scheduling flexibility.”
NELFUND appealed to all institutions to consider temporary registration measures for students whose loan applications are being processed to ensure that no student loses access to education due to financial constraints.
NELFUND asked institutions witnessing technical issues to freely contact them for necessary assistance and support.
The sun
