Current status
September TVET stipends are being processed, and supplementary payments are going out for July and August stipends that were reversed by technical issues. No completion date has been given. Trainees whose payments failed can update their bank details from 26 October 2026. The list of qualified starter-pack beneficiaries for Cohorts 1 and 2 was released on 20 October, and Cohort 3 applications reportedly opened on 30 October.
What to do now: Log in to your dashboard on the official TVET portal, check your stipend and starter-kit status, update your bank details if a payment failed, and confirm with your training centre manager. Do not pay anyone to process a payment.
TVET stipend payment status by cohort
| Cohort | Stipends | Starter packs |
|---|---|---|
| Cohort 1 (Batch A) | Outstanding payments began on 18 July 2026; some beneficiaries said on 3 October they were still owed | On the qualified list released on 20 October 2026 |
| Cohort 2 (Batch B) | ₦30,000 payments began on 18 August 2026. Supplementary payments for reversed July and August stipends ongoing; September being processed | On the 20 October list; requires at least 65% attendance and an August stipend |
| Cohort 3 | Applications reportedly opened on 30 October 2026 | Not applicable yet |
TVET programme: key facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Run by | Federal Ministry of Education with the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) |
| Stipend payments | Approved by the ministry and paid by NELFUND |
| Monthly stipend | ₦22,500 at the April 2026 launch, later raised to ₦30,000. Reports on Cohort 3 cite ₦22,500; confirm on the portal |
| Training | Six months or one year, depending on the trade, at accredited centres in the 36 states and the FCT |
| Requirements | NIN and BVN with matching names; regular attendance, recorded by fingerprint |
| After training | Starter packs for eligible trainees, NBTE certificates, and grants and loans promised by the ministry |
Latest updates
- 30 Oct 2026: Cohort 3 application portal reportedly reopens. Training runs six months or one year, depending on the trade; applicants need their NIN and BVN. Read
- 23 Oct 2026: Trainees whose stipends failed can update their bank details from 26 October; a supplementary payment is expected. Centres must submit monthly reports between the 25th and the 5th of the next month. Read
- 22 Oct 2026: September stipends are being processed, with supplementary payments for July stipends reversed by technical issues. Starter-kit status will appear on trainee dashboards, and trainees removed after fingerprint-verification waivers are being reinstated. Read
- 21 Oct 2026: Some trainees protest their exclusion from the starter-pack list. About 2,000 trainees in four trades were reportedly approved. Read
- 20 Oct 2026: The Education Ministry and NBTE release the list of qualified starter-pack beneficiaries for Cohorts 1 and 2; NBTE certificates are expected. Read
- 16 Oct 2026: September stipends are being processed; supplementary payments continue for July and August stipends reversed by technical issues. No completion date given. Read
- 14 Oct 2026: Starter-pack distribution for Cohort 2 expected to begin. Eligible trainees must have at least 65% attendance and have received their August stipend. Read
- 10 Oct 2026: After a 9 October stakeholders’ meeting: starter packs for trainees eligible for August or September stipends, a supplementary payment for July stipends delayed by Remita issues, and a review of manual attendance for duplicate fingerprint waivers. Read
- 6 Oct 2026: A TVET centre in Kano reportedly withdraws from the programme and tells trainees to stay away. Read
- 3 Oct 2026: Cohort A beneficiaries say they still await stipends, starter packs, grants and certificates; some Cohort B trainees say they have received only one stipend. Read
- 18 Aug 2026: Payment of ₦30,000 stipends to Batch B beneficiaries begins. Read
- 7 Aug 2026: Cohort 2 July stipend requests are sent to NELFUND and approved for payment. Read
- 6 Aug 2026: A House of Representatives committee gives the Education Minister a 17 September ultimatum over its TVET probe. Read
- 22 Jul 2026: The ministry says trainees who complete the programme will receive starter packs, grants and loans. Read
- 18 Jul 2026: Payment of outstanding stipends to Batch A beneficiaries begins. Read
- 15 Jul 2026: The Trumpet finds trainees withdrawing over delayed payments and transport costs; the monthly stipend was raised from ₦22,500 to ₦30,000. Read
- 14 May 2026: The ministry says ₦3.41bn has been paid to more than 73,000 trainees, out of ₦13.98bn released in total; over 1.3 million people applied. Read
- 13 Apr 2026: Applications open for the second phase, with a ₦22,500 monthly stipend. Read
- 24 Sep 2025: Cohort 1 applicants begin receiving emails matching them to training centres. Read
- 31 May 2025: The TVET application portal opens; the minister reports more than 90,000 applications in the first week. Read
How to check your TVET stipend and starter pack status
- Go to the official portal at tvet.education.gov.ng and log in to your trainee dashboard.
- Check your stipend status for each month and your starter-kit status.
- If a payment failed or was reversed, update your bank details on the dashboard (open from 26 October 2026) and make sure the name matches your BVN.
- Confirm your attendance record and eligibility with your training centre manager.
- Check your bank statement: stipends are paid into the account on your profile.
TVET payment problems and how to fix them
My July or August stipend was reversed
The programme says some payments were reversed because of technical issues, including Remita problems, and that supplementary payments are being made. Update your bank details and wait for the supplementary run.
I was removed from the platform after a fingerprint waiver
The programme says it is reinstating trainees removed after fingerprint-verification waivers, and manual attendance records for July and August are under review. Ask your centre manager to confirm your records were submitted.
I am not on the starter pack list
For Cohort 2, eligibility required at least 65% attendance and an August stipend. If you believe you qualify, raise it with your centre manager. Some trainees blame attendance-platform glitches, and those complaints have been reported to the programme.
Official portals and channels
- Federal Ministry of Education TVET portal (tvet.education.gov.ng)
- Your accredited TVET training centre
TVET payment: frequently asked questions
When will TVET pay the September stipend?
September stipends were being processed as of 16 to 22 October 2026. No completion date has been announced. This tracker will be updated when payments are confirmed.
Why was my July or August TVET stipend reversed?
The programme says some July and August payments were reversed because of technical issues, including problems with Remita. Supplementary payments are being made to affected trainees. If your payment failed, update your bank details on your dashboard from 26 October 2026.
How much is the TVET stipend?
The stipend was ₦22,500 a month when the second phase launched in April 2026 and was later raised to ₦30,000; Batch B trainees began receiving ₦30,000 in August 2026. Reports on Cohort 3 cite ₦22,500, so confirm the current rate on the official portal.
Is the TVET starter pack list out?
Yes. The Education Ministry and NBTE released the list of qualified starter-pack beneficiaries for Cohorts 1 and 2 on 20 October 2026. About 2,000 trainees in four trades were reportedly approved. Check your dashboard or ask your training centre manager.
Who qualifies for a TVET starter pack?
For Cohort 2, trainees needed at least 65% attendance and to have received their August stipend, as well as completing their training and final assessment.
How do I apply for TVET Cohort 3?
Apply on the Federal Ministry of Education TVET portal (tvet.education.gov.ng) with your NIN and BVN. The portal reportedly opened on 30 October 2026.
Who pays TVET stipends?
Stipend requests are approved by the Federal Ministry of Education and paid by the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).
Do I have to pay anyone to get my stipend or starter pack?
No. Use only the official portal and your training centre, and ignore anyone who asks for money to process a payment, a starter pack or a Cohort 3 slot.
Related coverage
- FG Reopens TVET Application Portal For Cohort 3, Releases Link To Apply
- FG Sets October 26 for TVET Trainees to Update Bank Details Over Failed Stipends
- TVET Announces Updates On Stipend Payments, Starter Kits Distribution, Cohort III Applications
- TVET Trainees Protest Exclusion From List Of Beneficiaries To Receive Starter Packs
- FG Releases List of Qualified TVET Starter Pack Beneficiaries for Cohorts 1 and 2
- FG Begins September Stipend Payments To TVET Trainees, Processes Outstanding Arrears
- TVET To Commence Starter Pack Distribution Process This Week, Reveals Qualified Trainees
- FG To Commence Distribution Of Starter Packs, Supplementary Payments To TVET Trainees
- FG’s TVET Funding Crisis: Beneficiaries Protest Delayed Stipends, Centre Shutdowns
- TVET Begins ₦30,000 Stipend Payment to Batch B Beneficiaries
- TVET Cohort 2 July Stipends Approved, Payments May Begin Next Week
- FG Commences Payment Of Outstanding Stipends To TVET Programme Beneficiaries
- Funding Woes, Economic Hardship Force Beneficiaries Out of FG’s TVET Programme
- FG disburses N3.41bn stipends to 73,000 Nigerians under TVET programme
- FG begins second phase of TVET scheme, trainees to receive ₦22,500 monthly
The Trumpet updates this tracker whenever official information changes. The date at the top shows the last change.
