NELFUND Announces Opening of Student Loan Application Portal for 2025/2026 Academic Session – The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has announced the official opening of its student loan application portal for the 2025/2026 academic session, providing access to financial support for students across tertiary institutions in the country.

The agency said the application window will run from Thursday, October 23, 2025, to Saturday, January 31, 2026.

NELFUND urged fresh students to apply using their Admission Number or JAMB Registration Number in place of a matriculation number.

Institutional Institutions are encouraged to show understanding in enforcing registration and fee Flexibility payment deadlines for students awaiting loan disbursement

Increasing Access to
all Education

More than a financial aid program, the Student Loan initiative
set up by the federal Government of Nigeria, is a beacon of hope
for Nigerian Students pursuing higher education.

How to Apply for NELFUND 2025/2026

Simple Steps to Secure
Your Student Loan

Step 1

Register on the Student Loan Application Platform by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button to get started

Step 2

Click on the “Request for Student Loan” button and complete the loan application steps and submit.

Step 3

Your application will be reviewed. After successful verification, payments will be made to your institution for institutional charge, while the upkeep loan will be paid to the bank account you have provided in your profile