The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the opening of its student loan application portal for the 2025/2026 academic session.
A press release by Director, Strategic Communications at the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, Mrs Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, reminded Institutions to update and upload the verified records of both returning and newly admitted students on the NELFUND Student Verification Portal.
She noted that this step was essential to ensure that students successfully apply for and benefit from the government scheme.
She said, “NELFUND appreciates the continued cooperation of tertiary institutions nationwide and seeks their further collaboration to ensure a smooth and inclusive loan process for all eligible students.
She advised institutions to note the following criteria to ensure a seamless rollout; “Portal Opening Date, Thursday, October 23, 2025,
“Portal Closing Date, Saturday, January 31, 2026
“Eligible Students, Returning and newly admitted students of accredited tertiary institutions.
“Student Identification; Fresh students may apply using either their Admission Number or JAMB Registration Number (in place of Matric Number).
“Institutional Flexibility, Institutions are encouraged to show understanding in enforcing registration and fee payment deadlines for students awaiting loan disbursement.
“Special Notice; Institutions that have not yet commenced their 2025/2026 academic session should formally write to NELFUND with their approved academic calendar for scheduling flexibility.”
NELFUND further appealed 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.