Julius Berger Nigeria Plc has opened applications for its 2026 Female Scholarship Award. The opportunity is for eligible Nigerian female undergraduates studying engineering, environmental or technology-related courses full time at recognised public universities in Nigeria.
Applications must be submitted through the official Scholastica scholarship platform on or before Wednesday, 16 September 2026. The application is free. Candidates should start early because the process includes document uploads, profile verification and a Head of Department signature after the online form is submitted.
This report is based on the live 2026 application page on Scholastica, which identifies itself as the official platform for the Julius Berger Nigeria scholarship, and a current MySchoolGist report published on 3 September 2026. The 2026 notice does not state a universal cash value for the award, so applicants should rely on the official scheme information rather than figures circulated elsewhere.
Julius Berger Scholarship 2026: Key details
| Item | Official detail |
|---|---|
| Scholarship | Julius Berger Nigeria Plc Female Scholarship Award 2026 |
| Who it targets | Eligible female full-time undergraduates |
| Institution type | Federal or State-owned university in Nigeria accredited by the NUC |
| Study stage | Second year of full-time study |
| Minimum CGPA | 3.5 on a 5-point grading scale |
| Application fee | Free |
| Official platform | Scholastica JBN2026 portal |
| Deadline | 16 September 2026 |
Who can apply?
The scheme is limited to candidates who meet all of the main conditions in the official notice. You should apply only if you can verify that you are:
- a Nigerian citizen;
- female;
- a full-time undergraduate in a Federal or State-owned university located in Nigeria;
- currently in the second year of study;
- studying in a programme within the listed engineering, environmental or technology areas; and
- holding at least a 3.5 CGPA on a 5-point scale.
Your university must be accredited by the National Universities Commission. The announcement is not a general scholarship for every course or every level. Students in private universities, non-university institutions or courses outside the published areas should not submit an application unless the official portal confirms that their status is eligible.
Eligible courses listed for the 2026 award
The official scheme page lists the following study areas:
| Engineering and built environment areas | Other listed areas |
|---|---|
| Building and Construction Engineering | Architecture |
| Chemical Engineering | Building Technology |
| Civil Engineering | Cartography |
| Electrical Engineering | Land Surveying |
| Mechanical Engineering | Quantity Surveying |
| Metallurgical and Materials Engineering | Construction Project Management |
| Production Engineering | Project Management |
| Structural Engineering | Building Engineering |
The portal also references related naming variations such as metallurgy, construction engineering and other programme titles. If your department’s title does not exactly match the list, read the eligibility tab on the official portal carefully before applying. Do not select a course simply because it sounds similar.
Documents to prepare before starting
Applicants should scan clear copies of the documents requested by the official portal. The 2026 instructions identify the following items:
- a recent passport photograph in JPEG format, not more than 200 KB;
- your university or JAMB admission letter;
- your UTME result;
- your O’Level result or results;
- an A-Level, OND or NCE result where applicable; and
- your academic result for 100 level.
Keep the names on your application and supporting documents consistent. The scheme instructions warn that incorrect or false information can lead to disqualification or withdrawal. Before submitting, open each uploaded file and confirm that it is readable, complete and attached to the correct field.
How to apply on the official portal
- Open the official JBN2026 scholarship page.
- Select the application option and register an account with a personal email address and phone number.
- Activate the account from the email sent to you, then return to the scholarship page and sign in.
- Complete your personal, contact and educational information accurately.
- Upload the passport photograph and academic documents in the required format and size.
- Review all entries and submit the application before the deadline.
- After submission, download or print the applicant profile and take it to your Head of Department for signing, as required by the scheme instructions.
- Scan and upload the signed profile back to the portal so the application can be verified.
- Follow the portal’s instructions for any remaining identity-information update, including the NIN section where applicable.
A successful online submission should produce a confirmation message. Save a screenshot or download the completed profile for your records, but do not send the application by email. The official notice says email applications are not accepted.
Important warnings for applicants
- There is no application fee. Scholastica says the JBN application is free. Ignore anyone asking you to pay to access the form, secure selection or arrange a test.
- Use only the official platform. The official scheme page is hosted on candidate.scholastica.ng and says Scholastica is the official platform.
- Do not use an agent. Julius Berger says it does not assign representatives or agents to apply on behalf of candidates.
- Do not submit false documents. False information can result in disqualification, even after a candidate has progressed.
- Do not wait until the last day. The closing date is 16 September 2026. Leave time for email activation, file-size adjustments, the HOD signature and the final upload.
What happens after application?
The scholarship is merit-based. Julius Berger Nigeria says it reserves the right to select and shortlist candidates. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the proctored computer-based test, and the examination date will be communicated to those candidates. Submitting a form therefore does not mean that an applicant has been selected or that a test invitation is guaranteed.
Applicants should monitor the email address used for registration and keep their login details private. If the portal displays an error, first confirm that the file type, file size and required fields meet the instructions. For scheme enquiries, use the contact details shown on the official portal rather than a number shared by an unofficial social-media account.
Deadline and practical advice
At the time of this update in Africa/Lagos on 4 September 2026, the stated deadline is 12 calendar days away. That is enough time for eligible students to prepare, but the application still has several stages. Begin with your 100-level result and admission documents, ask your Head of Department about the signature requirement early, and complete the final upload well before 16 September.
If you are not eligible for this particular award, do not alter your details to fit the criteria. Search for scholarships whose level, course, institution and citizenship requirements match your situation. Also remember that a genuine scholarship application should never require a payment to an agent or a promise of guaranteed selection.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Julius Berger scholarship application free?
Yes. The official 2026 Scholastica page says the application is free and warns candidates about fraudulent websites that request payment.
Can students in private universities apply?
The published eligibility is for full-time female undergraduates in Federal or State-owned universities in Nigeria. Students in private universities should not assume they qualify unless the official scheme page changes its conditions.
What CGPA is required?
The stated minimum is 3.5 on a 5-point grading scale.
Must I be in an engineering department?
The scheme covers the listed engineering, environmental and technology-related programmes. Check the full course list on the official portal before submitting.
When is the deadline?
Applications should be submitted on or before 16 September 2026. Do not wait for the deadline day because the application includes document uploads and a signed profile.
Source note: Official Julius Berger Nigeria Female Scholarship 2026 scheme page on Scholastica; MySchoolGist’s current report. Featured image: original illustrative artwork generated for Exams Scholars; it is not a photograph of a scholarship recipient or an official Julius Berger document.
