Registration for the Federal Ministry of Education’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Initiative reopened on October 30, 2026, with applications taken online at tvet.education.gov.ng.
If you want a practical skill, a government-backed certificate and a monthly stipend while you train, this is the round to watch. You do not need a school certificate to register, but you do need a National Identification Number (NIN), a Bank Verification Number (BVN) and a working phone and email address.
This guide explains the two training tracks, who can apply, the documents and details you need, the step-by-step registration process, and the mistakes that can cost you a place. Let’s break it down.
Overview
The TVET Initiative is a skills-training programme, not a job vacancy. Participants train at accredited colleges and vocational centres and receive a certificate on completion.
Cohort numbering varies between websites: the October 30 round is called Cohort 3 by some sites and “phase 2” by others, so check the portal for its own label.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | FME TVET Initiative (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) |
| Supervising body | Federal Ministry of Education |
| Registration reopened | October 30, 2026 |
| Deadline | Not announced |
| Portal | tvet.education.gov.ng |
| Cost | Registration reported as free |
| Monthly stipend | ₦22,500, as reported by job and news sites |
| Training centres | Reported across all 36 states and the FCT |
About FG TVET Initiative
The Federal Ministry of Education runs the programme in collaboration with the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE). Training takes place at accredited colleges and vocational centres.
Reports describe the initiative as mostly practical, aimed at youths and older persons who want employable or business-ready skills. An earlier round, referred to as cohort II, was announced by the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, with registration starting on April 13, 2026.
Requirements
- Short-Term Certificate (STC) programme. Lasts about 6 months. It is designed for first-time trainees, school leavers and people without formal education.
- Vocational Education and Innovation (VEI) programme. Lasts about 12 months. It suits people with some formal education or training, and covers fields such as ICT, agriculture, solar energy, electrical installation, tailoring and catering.
Confirm requirement below;
- You must be a Nigerian citizen.
- You should be aged between 18 and 40 years.
- You need a valid NIN and BVN.
- You need an active email address and phone number.
- Both educated and non-educated people can apply, whether or not you hold an SSCE, ND, HND or degree.
- You choose a training centre close to where you live.
How to Apply
- Open the registration portal at tvet.education.gov.ng.
- Click apply to create an account.
- Enter your NIN, name, email address and date of birth.
- Check your phone for the verification code and enter it.
- Log in again and complete the application form.
- Enter your personal details, address, state of origin and local government area.
- Choose your training track and skill, and select a training centre close to you.
- Upload your passport photograph and any other document the form asks for.
- Enter your bank details.
- Read everything again and submit.
Choose your skill carefully.
Stages
- Create an account and register
- Submit the completed application
- Wait for confirmation and allocation to a training centre
- Attend training and receive a certificate
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the FG TVET registration open?
Yes. Reports say the registration portal reopened on October 30, 2026. No closing date has been announced.
Where do I register?
At tvet.education.gov.ng.
How much is the stipend?
Reports say ₦22,500 per month.
Do I need a certificate to apply?
No. You need a NIN, BVN, email address and phone number.
How long is the training?
About 6 months for the Short-Term Certificate programme and about 12 months for the Vocational Education and Innovation programme.
Is registration free?
Yes, according to the reports. Do not pay anyone for a form or a slot.
Is the TVET initiative a job?
No. It is a skills-training programme with a stipend and certificate.
Conclusion
The FG TVET Initiative is open without a published deadline, and places may be limited, so register while the portal is open. Prepare your NIN, BVN and photograph, choose your skill and centre carefully, and use only the official portal. Bookmark this page, share it with someone who wants to learn a skill, and subscribe to our alerts for the training start date.
