The Federal Government has opened its application portal for the third cohort of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Initiative, offering Nigerians free skills training and a monthly allowance of N30,000.
The programme, organised by the Federal Ministry of Education, is designed to equip participants with practical skills that can improve their chances of securing employment or starting their own businesses.
Training Pathways and Stipend Details
Under the initiative, successful applicants will receive free vocational training at accredited centres across the country and a N30,000 monthly stipend throughout their training. The training will take place at federal and state technical colleges, government-owned institutions and registered private vocational centres.
The initiative also provides opportunities for participants to obtain recognised certificates after completing their programmes, while eligible graduates may receive starter packs to help them establish businesses.
Two Training Options Available
According to the programme's guidelines, applicants can choose between two training pathways depending on their educational background and experience.
The Short-Term Certificate (STC) programme runs for six months and targets beginners, school leavers and individuals interested in acquiring vocational skills. Applicants under this category do not need formal educational qualifications but must have a valid National Identification Number (NIN) and Bank Verification Number (BVN).
The second option, Vocational Education and Innovation (VEI), runs for one year and is designed for people with existing educational qualifications, informal training or vocational experience who want to improve their skills or obtain formal certification. Applicants for the VEI pathway are expected to possess a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) certificate, First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) or a certificate from a non-formal education programme, including community-based and NGO training.
List of Available Vocational Skills
The Federal Government has made several technical and vocational fields available for interested applicants. Some of the listed trades include:
- Electrical installation
- Welding and fabrication
- Solar photovoltaic installation
- Plumbing
- Automobile repair
- Fashion design
- Hospitality
- Digital media production
- Beauty therapy
- Livestock farming
Applicants can check the official portal for additional trades and available accredited training centres.
How to Apply and Deadline
Interested Nigerians can apply for the third cohort by visiting the official TVET registration portal. The application process requires candidates to create an account, provide their personal information and select their preferred training pathway. Applicants must also upload the required documents, choose a vocational trade and select an accredited training centre before submitting their applications.
The federal government has advised interested candidates to ensure that the information supplied during registration is accurate and that they meet the requirements for their chosen programme. Applications for Batch C (Cohort 3) are being processed through the Federal Ministry of Education's official TVET portal at https://www.tvet.education.gov.ng/signup.
