Digital Jewels Scholarship 2026 for Nigerian Students | How to Apply

Applications are now open for the Digital Jewels Scholarship 2026, an initiative designed to provide financial assistance to outstanding Nigerian undergraduates pursuing technology-related courses.

The scholarship supports students with academic excellence while promoting digital skills development and career growth in the technology sector.

Scholarship Summary

• Host Country: Nigeria
• Organizer: Digital Jewels Africa
• Category: Undergraduate Scholarship
• Eligible Country: Nigeria
• Scholarship Benefits: Tuition support, career development opportunities, and employment prospects
• IELTS Required: No
• Application Deadline: August 17, 2026

Scholarship Details

The Digital Jewels Scholarship is part of the DJ Cares Initiative, which aims to reduce financial barriers to higher education while encouraging students to excel academically.

In addition to financial assistance, the programme provides career guidance and exposure to the information technology industry, helping students develop skills that are relevant in today’s digital economy.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be a Nigerian citizen.
• Be enrolled full-time in a federal or state university in Nigeria.
• Be studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering.
• Be in their second or third year of undergraduate study.
• Have a minimum CGPA of 3.5/5.0 (or equivalent).
• Meet all scholarship application requirements.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants may receive:

• Financial support towards their university education.
• Tuition assistance for the remainder of their academic programme.
• Career development opportunities and professional exposure.
• Priority consideration for employment opportunities with Digital Jewels in Lagos or Abuja after graduation.
• Opportunities to engage with experts in information technology, governance, risk, and compliance.

Required Documents

Applicants are expected to submit:

• A completed online application.
• An essay of no more than 500 words on one of the approved scholarship topics.
• The essay must be submitted in PDF format.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official scholarship application portal, complete the online application form, and upload their essay and any required documents.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for the next stage of the selection process.

Applications close on August 17, 2026.

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