Lagos State Postgraduate Scholarship Application Form 2023: How To Apply And Requirements

Lagos State Postgraduate Scholarship Application Form 2023: How To Apply And Requirements

This message serves to inform all residents of Lagos State who are enrolled in tertiary institutions across the nation that the application process for the Lagos State 2023 Postgraduate Local Scholarship Award is now open.

The Executive Secretary of the Lagos State Scholarship Board wishes to inform indigenous students of Lagos State who are currently enrolled in postgraduate programs in tertiary institutions nationwide about the availability of application forms for both the Lagos State Bursary and Scholarship Awards for the 2022/2023 academic year. The application forms will be available from Thursday, June 1, 2023, and must be submitted by midnight on Friday, June 30, 2023.

Please note the following important details:

• The registration portal will open at 12 a.m. on Thursday, June 1, 2023, and close at 12 a.m. on Friday, June 30, 2023.
• Applicants must ensure they acquire and complete their forms online on or before the closing date to be considered for the scholarship.

The Lagos State Scholarship Board, established in February 1968, aims to provide quality education and support for secondary and higher education to children in Lagos State.

The available Bursary/Scholarship Awards include:

• Lagos State Bursary
• Maritime Academy/Law School Bursary
• Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
• Scholarship for Masters Students
• Scholarship for Ph.D. Students

Requirements for Lagos State Postgraduate Scholarship Program:

1. All applicants must be accepted on a full-time basis for postgraduate studies (Master’s or Doctorate) at a recognized Nigerian tertiary institution.
2. For postgraduate candidates (applies only to candidates for the master’s degree):
   • For CGPA scale of 7.0 (e.g., University of Ibadan), a minimum undergraduate GPA of 4.9/7.0 is required.
   • For CGPA scale of 5.0 (e.g., University of Lagos), a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.5/5.0 is required.
3. Applicants must be at least in their first year of postgraduate studies.
4. Each applicant must have successfully registered with LASRRA (Lagos State Resident Registration Agency).
5. Each applicant must provide an identification letter signed by their respective Oba (traditional ruler).
6. Each applicant must obtain a letter of identity from their local government, signed.
7. Applicants must purchase a Scholarship application form at the Revenue Office of the Lagos State Scholarship Board for a fee of N2,000.00 for the Local Scholarship.
8. Shortlisted candidates will be required to take a computer-based test administered by Dragnet Solutions Limited and the Lagos State Scholarship Board.
9. Candidates selected for an oral interview will be notified accordingly.

Required Documents for Lagos Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme:

• Admission Letter
• Valid ID Card
• Letter of identification from Oba (traditional ruler)
• Letter of identification from Local Government
• SSCE result
• Lagos State Resident Registration Agency (LASSRA) registration card
• Passport Photograph (clear background, not older than three months)
• Certificate or Result statement from school stating graduating results clearly
• NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
• Master’s Degree Certificate (Ph.D. applicants only)
• Evidence of Consolidated Payment Confirmation Slip

Application Procedure for Lagos Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme:

1. Prior to starting the application, ensure you have purchased a scholarship application form (N2,000.00 for Local Scholarship) from the Revenue Office of the Lagos State Scholarship Board. Obtain your voucher pin from the Scholarship Board office and scan the required documents listed below:
   • Passport photograph with a white background (450px by 450px, not exceeding 200kb)
   • Treasury receipt of N2,000 for the scholarship form
   • Admission Letter
   • Valid Identity Card
   • SSCE certificate
   • Letter of identification from Oba (traditional ruler)
   • Letter of identification from Local Government
   • LASSRA Registration card
   • Certificate or Result statement from school stating graduating results clearly
   • Evidence of Consolidated Payment Confirmation
2. Ensure that all information is filled out completely to avoid any confusion during the application process.
3. Name the scanned documents in accordance with their representation to prevent document mix-up during upload.
4. Attach the correct documents when prompted to upload.

To apply for the Lagos Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme, follow the steps below:

1. Visit Scholatisca.com and select “Apply Now” from the menu.
2. Use the “Register Now” button to create an account.
3. Activate your account by checking your email.
4. Visit www.scholastica.ng/schemes/lssbpostgraduate for the scholarship website.
5. Enter your registered email address and password to upload your data.
6. Provide the required personal, academic, and other information, along with the relevant scanned documents.
7. Ensure that the names used in the application match the names on the documents. If not, upload a sworn affidavit or certificate.
8. Review each document after uploading to avoid any mistakes.
9. When prompted to upload a photo, select a passport photo with a white background.
10. Double-check all the data entered in the application to avoid errors.
11. Enter the secret voucher pin and LASSRA Number in the appropriate columns, then click “Apply Now” to submit your information.
12. You will receive a confirmation via email and SMS that your application has been successfully submitted.

Note: Shortlisted candidates will receive invitations via email and SMS for the qualifying test. It is essential to provide accurate personal email addresses and legitimate GSM phone numbers during the application process. Multiple applications will result in penalties imposed by the Scholarship Board.