Great news for Nigerian students with big ideas! The Federal Ministry of Education has officially opened applications for the Student Venture Capital Grant (S-VCG) – an equity-free fund of up to ₦50 million for groundbreaking projects.
If you’re studying in any accredited tertiary institution and your idea is in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or Medical Sciences (STEMM), this is your shot.
Who Can Apply?
- Must be a Nigerian citizen
- Currently enrolled in a recognized university, polytechnic, or college of education
- Project must be in STEMM fields
How to Apply – Simple 6-Step Process
- Build Your “Moonshot” Proposal Write a clear, powerful document that answers:
- What problem are you solving for Nigeria?
- How does your solution work technically?
- How will it make money or create massive impact?
- How can it scale nationwide?
- Visit the Official Portal Go to the dedicated S-VCG application website (links are being shared on the Ministry of Education’s official pages and Nigeria Startup Portal).
- Fill the Online Form Enter your personal details, school information, and matric number.
- Upload Everything
- Your full proposal (PDF)
- Team CVs
- Sketches, prototypes, or demo videos (if you have them)
- Submit Early Portal is LIVE as of 17 November 2025. Don’t wait till the last minute – submit now to avoid glitches.
- Wait for the Experts’ Decision A panel of top scientists, investors, and industry leaders will pick the winners. Successful teams get:
- Up to ₦50 million (no equity taken)
- Mentorship from top entrepreneurs
- Tools, lab access, and national exposure
Quick Tips to Stand Out
- Be bold – they want ideas that sound almost impossible
- Prove it can actually work and make money
- Show your team is serious and capable
- Add pictures, diagrams, or a 1-minute video of your prototype
This is Nigeria betting on its students to build the next big thing.
Don’t sleep on it – start your application today!
