The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the official launch of its student loan application portal for the 2025/2026 academic session, enabling students in tertiary institutions nationwide to access financial assistance.
According to the agency, the application period will open on Thursday, October 23, 2025, and close on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
This was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by NELFUND’s Director of Strategic Communications, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi.
NELFUND advised new students to use their Admission Number or JAMB Registration Number in place of a matriculation number when applying.
The agency also appealed to tertiary institutions to show understanding regarding registration and tuition fee deadlines for students awaiting loan disbursement.
“Institutional Institutions are encouraged to show understanding in enforcing registration and fee Flexibility payment deadlines for students awaiting loan disbursement.”
“Institutions that have not yet commenced their 2025/2026 academic session should Special Notice formally write to NELFUND with their approved academic calendar for scheduling flexibility.”
“NELFUND appeals 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,” the statement added.
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