15. November 2025
Admin
UNN Announces Opening of NELFUND Student‑Loan Portal for 2025/2026
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has shared a notice that the National Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) portal is open for the 2025/2026 academic session. Eligible undergraduate students can now apply for financial aid.
Quick Insight:
This gives students across Nigeria a major chance to access affordable funding for their tertiary education — helping more students stay in school without financial interruption.
1. Key Application Details
• Applications are submitted online through NELFUND’s official portal.
• The window runs from **23 October 2025** to **31 January 2026**.
• Both returning students and fresh admits are eligible.
• Fresh students may use their Admission Number or JAMB Registration Number instead of a matriculation number.
2. What Institutions Must Do
• Universities are being asked to upload verified student records (new and returning) into NELFUND’s Student Verification Portal.
• Institutions are urged to be flexible with registration deadlines and fee payments for students waiting on their loan status.
• Those schools that haven’t resumed yet should share their academic calendar with NELFUND to align the loan disbursement schedule.
3. Why This Matters
• More students may now afford higher education, helping close financial barriers to tertiary learning.
• For ed‑tech and student empowerment initiatives: there’s an opportunity to support students through the loan application process and provide guidance.
• For universities: timely verification and collaboration with NELFUND could speed up disbursement and improve student satisfaction.
Final Thoughts
The opening of the NELFUND portal for 2025/2026 is a significant win for students who need financial support. For UNN students and all tertiary learners in Nigeria: apply early, make sure your records are verified, and work closely with your school’s administration.
Tip: Before applying, double-check your institution has uploaded your verified data — if your record isn’t there, you won’t be eligible to apply.
