The Tertiary Institutions Entrepreneurship Programme (TEP) is an initiative of the Ministry of Youth Development designed to facilitate entrepreneurship development in students of Delta State origin.
The programme is modelled to train and set up eligible Undergraduate Students with exceptional entrepreneurial drive through access to a venture-capital arrangement. Register Now
When is the Application Deadline:
Not specified (applications are currently open; students are encouraged to apply early).
Tell Me About The Programme:
The Tertiary Institutions Entrepreneurship Programme (TEP) 2.0 is an initiative of the Delta State Government, Ministry of Youth Development, designed to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment among undergraduates in state-owned universities.
The programme trains and supports students with bankable business ideas, providing mentorship, practical exposure, and access to venture capital funding.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
Open to all disciplines, provided applicants present an innovative and bankable business idea.
Type:
Entrepreneurship Training | Business Development | Funding Support
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be students of Delta State-owned universities:
- University of Delta (UNIDEL)
- Delta State University (DELSU)
- Southern Delta University (SDU)
- Dennis Osadebay University (DOU)
- Be of Delta State origin.
- Be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Be in 200 Level, 300 Level, or penultimate year.
- Have a minimum CGPA of 2.5.
- Possess an innovative and bankable business idea.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Screening of applications and documents.
- Evaluation of business plan proposals.
- Selection based on eligibility, academic performance, and entrepreneurial potential.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Nigeria only (restricted to Delta State origin students).
Where will the Programme be Taken?
- Training and mentorship sessions will be conducted in Delta State, Nigeria.
How Many Opportunities?
- Not specified (multiple slots available for eligible students).
What is the Benefit of the Programme?
- Access to funding through venture capital arrangements.
- Business mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs.
- Entrepreneurial development training.
- Practical exposure to real-world enterprise.
- Opportunity to become job creators rather than job seekers.
- Contribution to economic growth in Delta State.
How Long Will the Programme Last?
- Structured training and mentorship sessions throughout 2026.
Required Documents:
Applicants must upload:
- Recent passport photograph.
- Admission letter.
- Birth certificate.
- Local Government of Origin certificate.
- Business plan proposal.
How to Apply:
- Visit the TEP 2.0 application portal.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Submit before the deadline (not specified).
- Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further stages.