FME TVET Initiative N22500 Stipends Registration Portal 2025 – Join the Federal Ministry of Education’s TVET Initiative and gain industry-relevant technical and vocational skills.
Get fully funded training, monthly stipends, and start-up support for selected trades in high-demand sectors.
What is the TVET Initiative?
The Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Initiative is a flagship program of the Federal Ministry of Education designed to equip young Nigerians with practical skills for employment and entrepreneurship.
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Through partnerships with certified training centers across the country, the initiative offers tuition-free training, monthly stipends, and start-up support for selected trades in high-demand sectors.
Our Goals:
Promote national development through vocational excellence
Close Nigeria’s skills gap
Empower the youth for self-reliance
Create a pipeline of skilled workers for industries
Start Your Journey to Skills, Jobs, and Entrepreneurship
The TVET Initiative offers two flexible training options to suit your background and goals:
Short-Term Certificate (STC) Programme
Duration: 6 months
Ideal For: First-time trainees, school leavers, or individuals with no formal education background.
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Entry Requirements:
- ✅ Valid National Identification Number (NIN)
- ✅ Valid Bank Verification Number (BVN)
No prior educational qualification required. This track is designed for individuals ready to learn a practical skill and enter the workforce quickly.
Vocational Education & Innovation (VEI) Programme
Duration: 1 year
Ideal For: Individuals with some education or informal training experience, looking to deepen and formalize their skills.
Entry Requirements (any of the following):
- ✅ Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) – proof of skills acquired informally or through apprenticeship
- OR
- ✅ First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC)
- OR
- ✅ Any form of non-formal education certificate (e.g., training from NGOs, religious institutions, nomadic education or community programs)
How to Register for FME TVET Initiative N22500 Stipends 2025
- Create an account on the portal
- Choose your preferred program (STC or VEI)
- Fill in your details and upload supporting documents
- Select your preferred training center and trade
- Submit your application and wait for confirmation