My fellow Corp Members, let’s talk about one thing that gets us all excited during service year—NYSC allowance. Many of us have asked: Does NYSC pay double allowance at the end of service? Or How long does NYSC pay double allowance? Some even wonder if there’s a 13th month payment. Let’s break it down, Nigerian style! 🇳🇬
NYSC Allowance 2025: Double Payment & 13th Month Facts You Must Know
Many corps members (How To Get The New NYSC Loan Guide for Corps Members) ask: “Does NYSC pay double allowance at the end of service in 2025?” or “Is there a 13th month payment?” Let’s clarify this based on the latest updates from NYSC management .
Breaking News: NYSC Allowance Increased to ₦77,000
Effective February 2025, the Federal Government approved a new monthly stipend of ₦77,000 for corps members
No Official “Double Allowance” Policy
- NYSC does not have a rule for “double allowance” as part of your service year benefits
- Past reports of corps members receiving double payments (e.g., in 2019) were due to system errors, not official policy
- If you get extra money unexpectedly, report it to your LGA office—NYSC may reclaim overpayments
What You Get at the End of Service
- Transport Fare: A one-time payment (varies yearly) to help you return home after passing out.
- Exit Gratuity: A lump sum (e.g., ₦50,000–₦100,000) as a reward for completing service. This is not a doubled allowance
- Closing Ceremony Expenses: A small amount for “washing and pressing” your closing toga.
13th Month Salary? Not for NYSC
NYSC is a government program, not a private job. There’s no 13th month salary. You’ll receive your ₦77,000 monthly until your last day of service
Why Confusion Happens
- Some employers (like banks or companies) give (Exciting News for NYSC Corps Members: N77,000 Monthly Allowance) corps members a “13th month” bonus outside NYSC. This is their choice, not NYSC policy.
- Past corps members (Everything You Need to Know About NYSC Scheme for Corp Members) mistakenly called exit gratuity “double allowance,” causing rumors .
Final Advice for 2025 Batch
- Enjoy your ₦77,000 monthly stipend—no need to chase myths
- Save your money! The exit gratuity and transport fare are one-time payments, not recurring income.
- If you hear “double allowance” stories, ask for proof. Most times, it’s a scam or misunderstanding.
Stay focused, serve Nigeria well, and use your new ₦77k wisely! 🇳🇬