The Sokoto State scholarship is an annual government foreign scholarship program for Sokoto indigenes to study abroad. The scholarship allows students to pursue Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in countries such as China, India, and Pakistan. The scholarship typically covers tuition fees, accommodation, travel costs, and a monthly living stipend, removing most financial barriers to studying overseas.
It is a highly competitive scholarship and is aimed at academically strong candidates who can contribute to the state’s development after graduation.
Scholarship benefits
Selected scholars will recieve the following:
- Full tuition coverage
- Living stipend
- Travel costs
Eligibility
To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must:
- Be an indigene of Sokoto State
- Meet the entry requirements of the program and institution you wish to apply for
How to apply
Eligible applicants can apply online directly from the scholarship website (linked below).
Required documents
- NIN
- Passport Photographs
- Birth Certificate
- Primary School Certificate
- Primary School Testimonial
- Secondary School Certificate
- Secondary School Testimonial
- Other Documents
Application deadline
The application deadline is on April 30, 2026.
For more details visit the Sokoto State scholarship website.
