Step by step Guide on How to Check Your NELFUND 2025 Application Status when the funds have been disbursed to their respective institutions

Step by step Guide on How to Check Your NELFUND 2025 Application Status when the funds have been disbursed to their respective institutions

A step-by-step guide on how students can check the status of their loan application right up to when the funds have been disbursed to their respective institutions on the NELFUND Portal.

To check your Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) 2025 application status after funds have been disbursed to your institution, follow this step-by-step guide:

Visit the Official NELFUND Portal

Go to the NELFUND website at nelf.gov.ng or the student loan portal at portal.nelf.gov.ng using a web browser on your phone or computer.

Log In to Your Account

Click on the “LOGIN” button on the homepage.

Enter your registered email address and password.

If you’ve forgotten your password, use the “Forgot Password” option to reset it via email.

Access Your Dashboard  

Once logged in, you’ll be directed to your personalized dashboard, which displays an overview of your loan application details.

Navigate to the Loan Status Section

Look for a tab or section labeled “Loans,” “Loan Status,” or “Disbursement Status” on your dashboard. This section shows the progress of your application.

Check Disbursement Details  

If funds have been disbursed, your dashboard should display a status such as “Disbursed” along with details like:

The date the funds were sent to your institution (for tuition fees).

Confirmation of upkeep allowance disbursement (if applicable), which is typically sent directly to your bank account.

The exact date and amount disbursed may also be visible.

Verify Upkeep Allowance (if applicable)  

If you applied for an upkeep allowance, check for a “Disbursement Alert” or notification on your dashboard indicating the funds have been credited to your bank account.

You can also confirm receipt by checking your bank account for a credit alert from NELFUND.

Confirm with Your Institution  

Since institutional fees are paid directly to your school, contact your institution’s bursary or student affairs office to verify that the funds have been received and applied to your tuition.

If there’s a delay, your institution may still be processing the payment.

Monitor Notifications  

NELFUND often sends updates via email or SMS. Ensure your contact details are up-to-date on the portal to receive alerts about your disbursement status.

Check your email (including spam/junk folders) for any confirmation from NELFUND.

Raise a Support Ticket if Needed  

If your dashboard doesn’t reflect the disbursement or you encounter issues (e.g., status still shows “Pending” despite funds being disbursed), raise a ticket:

Go to the “Contact Us” or “Support” section on the portal.

Submit a query with your application details (e.g., application ID, full name, and issue description).

Alternatively, check NELFUND’s official social media or contact their support team for assistance.

Additional Tips:

Be Patient: Disbursements may take time to reflect due to institutional verification processes. If your status shows “Disbursed,” funds are likely processed, but institutions may delay updating records.

Check Regularly: Log in periodically to monitor updates, as statuses can change.

Document Issues: Take screenshots of your dashboard or notifications in case you need to escalate a problem.

This process ensures you can track your NELFUND loan status effectively after disbursement. 

If you face persistent issues, NELFUND’s support channels are your best resource.