The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has announced the commencement of applications for the 2026/2027 Student Loan Scheme administered by the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).
According to the statement issued by the NANS National Headquarters, applications commenced on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, with eligible students across tertiary institutions encouraged to access the NELFUND Student Loan Portal, complete the required verification and submit their applications.
The NELFUND Student Loan Portal is the official platform for student loan applications and provides facilities for verifying educational and student information.
NELFUND 2026/2027 STUDENT LOAN APPLICATION DEADLINE
According to the NANS announcement, the deadline for the 2026/2027 student loan application is:
📌 Deadline: December 31, 2026
Eligible students are encouraged to complete their applications before the stated deadline.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE NELFUND STUDENT LOAN
Students seeking to apply should:
1. Visit the official NELFUND Student Loan Portal.
2. Create or access their student loan account.
3. Complete the required personal and educational verification.
4. Provide the required information and supporting details.
5. Complete and submit the application.
👉 "Access the official NELFUND Student Loan Portal" (https://portal.nelf.gov.ng/)
NELFUND states that the application process includes verification of educational information and student status, including JAMB verification where applicable.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO STUDENTS
Applicants should ensure that the information provided during registration is accurate and that they use only the official NELFUND platform when applying.
NELFUND's official portal describes the student loan as interest-free, while its published terms provide details on repayment obligations and the conditions attached to the loan. Students are advised to read the terms and conditions carefully before accepting any loan.
The NANS National Headquarters also called on Students' Union Government (SUG) Presidents, Joint Campus Committee (JCC) Chairmen and other student stakeholders to ensure that the information reaches eligible students across tertiary institutions.
For more admission updates, examination news, scholarship opportunities, and educational information, stay connected with OPTIMISTIC INSTITUTIONS NETWORKS (OIN).