National Science Competition 2026 (Scholarship, Laptop & ₦15 Million Annual Stipend)


National Science Competition 2026 (Scholarship, Laptop & ₦15 Million Annual Stipend)


The competition is organized by as part of its commitment to promoting STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and supporting the next generation of innovators in Nigeria.

About the InterswitchSPAK Competition

  • The InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition is one of Nigeria’s largest STEM competitions for secondary school students. It identifies and rewards outstanding students in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics.

Participants go through several stages including:

  • National qualifying examinations
  • Regional selection rounds
  • A televised national STEM quiz competition

The competition ultimately selects the top 3 winners in Nigeria.

Benefits

Winners receive major educational support and prizes, including:

  • Full university scholarships worth up to ₦40 million
  • Annual stipends (up to ₦15 million across the top winners)
  • Brand new laptops
  • Access to STEM mentorship and learning opportunities

The scholarship supports winners throughout their university education in science-related fields.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

  • Be senior secondary school students (SS2 or equivalent)
  • Be enrolled in a Nigerian secondary school
  • Be studying science-related subjects
  • Demonstrate strong academic performance in STEM subjects

Schools are usually required to nominate qualified students to participate in the competition.

Deadline: May 24, 2026 

How to Apply 

Interested students should submit their application online via the official competition portal:

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