Frequently Asked Questions

No. Registration is closed. The deadline for applications was 11:59pm WAT on Saturday, 26 September 2026. Applications cannot be accepted now. If you already applied, log in to see the status of your application. Any future intake will be announced on this site.

Any Nigerian youth between the ages of 18 and 35 who holds at least a school certificate or equivalent qualification is welcome to apply.

No. Because specialised tracks (Software Fundamentals, Data Analytics, AI & Automation, Digital Creativity) are highly competitive, you can only choose one during application, and it cannot be altered once approved.

Yes. The training and lectures are fully online via our LMS, with periodic live webinars scheduled by course facilitators.

Each certificate issued has a unique alphanumeric serial number and a QR code. Third-party employers can scan the QR code to verify the validity and recipient information on our verification portal.

Yes. The Youth and Students in Innovation (YSI) is fully funded by the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science & Technology.