The Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF) is an initiative of the Federal Ministry of Education to support academic and non-academic staff of tertiary institutions.
The FG Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF) provides an interest-free ₦10m loan to improve staff welfare and professional development in universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across the country.
More details about the program, and its application procedures will be provided for interested and qualified persons in this post.
FG Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF) Summary
- Host Country: Nigeria
- Category: Training | Grants
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Reward: ₦10m interest-free loan
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: Not Specified
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Details of FG Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF):
The Federal Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa, has launched the Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF) — an interest-free loan scheme of up to ₦10m for academic & non-academic staff nationwide.
Powered by the Federal Ministry of Education, TETFund, and the Bank of Industry, the scheme covers medical care, housing, transport, small businesses, farming & academic growth.
According to the Ministry, the fund is a welfare-based loan initiative that will assist academic and non-academic staff in achieving financial stability and career progress. Staff members will be eligible to receive up to N10 million, calculated at a limit of 33.3% of their gross annual salary.
The loan can be used for various needs, including transportation, medical expenses, and small-scale business activities such as poultry farming.
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Eligibility Requirements for FG Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF)
To be considered for the FG Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF), you must:
- Be a Nigerian
- Be an academic or a non-academic staff member of a tertiary institution – university, polytechnic, or college of education.
Benefits of FG Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF)
- The FG Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF) offers a ₦10m loan for selected candidates.
- The loan is charged at zero (0%) interest.
- Repayment is after 5 years, with a 1-year break before you start.
How to Apply for FG Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF) 2025 (Step by Step)
To apply for the FG Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Fund (TISSF), interested and qualified candidates should use the green button below to submit their applications.
Early applications are advised, as disbursed are ona first-come, first-served basis.
Deadline: Not Specified
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