Grooming Centre University Grants For Undergraduate and Postgraduate In Nigeria (₦20 Million Awards)
The Governing Council and Management of Grooming People for Better Livelihood Centre (Grooming Centre) - a prominent microfinance institution in Nigeria - is now accepting applications for the 2025 edition of its University Grant Scheme.
- The grants are awarded to students conducting research in fields such as microfinance, rural development, inclusive finance, social enterprise, micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), and women’s participation in the development process.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Grooming Centre University Grant, applicants must:
- Be enrolled as an undergraduate or postgraduate student in a Nigerian tertiary institution (university or polytechnic) approved by NUC or NBTE.
Be conducting research in any of the following areas:
- Financial inclusion
- Microfinance
- Rural development
- Social enterprise
- MSMEs
- Technological innovation
- Women’s involvement in development
Or other research aimed at poverty alleviation in Nigeria
Ensure the research is relevant to Nigeria, practical, innovative, and capable of generating meaningful impact.
- Submit a written and signed recommendation from their project supervisor.
- Ensure the research exhibits originality, innovation, and is data-driven.
- There are no restrictions on age, gender, religion, or ethnicity.
Grant Benefits
A total of ₦20 million will be distributed among selected applicants as follows:
Undergraduate Students: ₦100,000 each (100 recipients)
Postgraduate Students: ₦200,000 each (50 recipients)
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit:
A research concept note of 10–15 pages, including:
- Introduction
- Literature review
- Research methodology
- References
- A one-page personal profile
A final soft copy of the completed research project (to be submitted upon completion). (Refer to the Abstract Guidelines for more details.)
Application Deadline: October 10, 2025
How to Apply
Interested applicant can apply via this link
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