NELFUND opens student loan portal for new academic session

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the opening of its student loan application portal for the 2025/2026 academic session.

NELFUND announced that the portal, which will be open on Thursday, October 23, will be shut on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

The Fund made this known via a statement issued by its Director of Strategic Communications, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, on Tuesday, October 21.

Oluwatuyi urged institutions to update and upload the verified records of both returning and newly admitted students on the NELFUND Student Verification Portal, saying this step is essential for students to successfully apply and benefit from the scheme.

Oluwatuyi noted that returning and newly admitted students of accredited tertiary institutions are eligible for the loan, adding that fresh students may apply using either their admission number or JAMB registration number (in place of matric number)

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She stated: “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 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.

“For technical support or further enquiries, institutions are advised to reach NELFUND through the official communication channels.”

The Star