Apply for the Federal Ministry of Education Technical and Vocational Education and Training (FME TVET) Program 2025
Application is now open for the fully funded Federal Government Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) program with monthly Stipends, Take off Grants, Business Loans and Recognized Certifications for Nigerians.
This is a flagship program by the Federal Ministry of Education is designed to equip young Nigerians with practical skills for employment, entrepreneurship, and national development.
What You’ll Get
- Fully Funded Training – No tuition fees. Covered by the Federal Government through NELFund.
- Monthly Stipends – Financial support throughout your training period.
- Starter Packs – Receive tools or equipment to kickstart your career after graduation.
- Business Loans – Access to additional funding with single-digit interest rates.
- Nationally Recognized Certification – Your skills will be formally recognized by employers across the country.
Also Apply: Apply For Federal Government Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP)
Program Goals
- Bridge Nigeria’s skills gap
- Empower youth for employment and self-reliance
- Build a skilled workforce for key industries
- Promote national development through vocational excellence
Choose Your Skill Path
Explore High-Impact Training in:
- Electrical Installation
- Welding & Fabrication
- Painting, Decoration & Finishes (Interior Design)
- Floor Cladding, Tiling & Interlocking
- Brick laying, Blocklaying & Concreting
- Network System Installation
- Computer Hardware & GSM Repair & Maintenance
- Social Media Communications
- Creative Media (Digital Media Production)
- Motorcycle & Tricycle Repair
- Vulcanising & Tire Repair
- Auto-body Works (Panel Beating)
- Automobile Mechanic
- Refrigeration & Air-Conditioning
- Plumbing & Pipe-fitting
- Woodwork, Carpentry & Joinery
- Furniture making & Upholstery
- Blacksmithing
- Solar PV Installation & Maintenance
- Automobile CNG Conversion & Maintenance
- Mechanised Agriculture(Mechanics or Operations)
- Livestock Farming (Bee Keeping, Poultry & Animal Husbandry)
- Fashion Design & Garment Making
- Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology.
Also Apply: Apply For Federal Government Consumer Credit Scheme Credicorp Loan
Training Centers Available In:
- All 6 geopolitical zones
- Federal & State Technical Colleges
- State-owned accredited institutions
- Registered private vocational centers
Choose Your Pathway
1. Short-Term Certificate (STC) Programme
- Duration: 6 months
- Ideal For: Beginners, school leavers, or those without formal education
- Entry Requirements:
National Identification Number (NIN)
Bank Verification Number (BVN)
(No prior educational qualifications required)
Also Apply: Federal Government Youth Economic Intervention & Deradicalization Program (YEIDEP) 2025
2. Vocational Education & Innovation (VEI) Programme
- Duration: 1 year
- Ideal For: Individuals with some informal training or basic education
- Entry Requirements (any one of the following):
Proof of informal/apprenticeship training (RPL)
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) - Best online courses
Any non-formal education certificate (e.g., NGO, religious, or community training)
Method of Application
- Create an account on the portal
- Choose your preferred program (STC or VEI)
- Fill in your details and upload supporting documents
- Select your preferred training center and trade
- Submit your application and wait for confirmation.
Get full details and submit your application https://www.tvet.education.gov.ng/
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