FG has opened the portal for Federal Ministry of Education’s TVET Program with N45k monthly stipend.
NaijaOnPoint Nigeria reports that the Federal Ministry of Education officially opened its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) application portal on May 30, 2025, giving young Nigerians across the country access to tuition-free skills training, N45,000 monthly stipends, and start-up support.
Designed to bridge Nigeria’s skills gap, the TVET program is open to job seekers, school leavers, and graduates regardless of educational background.
Applicants are required to provide their Bank Verification Number (BVN), National Identity Number (NIN), personal details, and any proof of prior education or informal training.
Training will take place across accredited centers in all six geopolitical zones.
Here is a step-by-step guide to help you apply and benefit from the program
- Step 1: Visit the portal
Go to the official TVET portal at https://tvet.education.gov.ng. This is the only authorized website for applications.
Once on the homepage, click on the “Apply” button to begin your registration.
- Step 3: Verify your identity
You will be taken to a NIN verification page. Enter your National Identity Number (NIN) and date of birth (DOB).
- Step 4: Confirm phone and email
Next, provide the phone number linked to your NIN and a valid email address. A one-time password (OTP) will be sent to your phone.
- Step 5: Account creation
Once verified, your profile is automatically created. You will be redirected to a login dashboard to continue your application.
- Step 6: Select a training track
Choose between short-term Certificate (STC) – a 6-month course
Vocational Education & Innovation (VEI) – a 1-year course
Select the one that best fits your interest and availability, then proceed.
- Step 7: Upload the required information
Bank Verification Number (BVN)
Proof of education or training (can be First School Leaving Certificate, informal apprenticeship records, or community program certificates)
Personal details
- Step 8: Submit application
Double-check your information and click “Submit.”