YEIDEP (often searched as “YEDEP”) has kicked off disbursements today, October 20, 2025, for Batch A. The current YEIDEP disbursement window runs from today through October 25, when Batch B payments begin. In line with policy, there will be no public shortlist; beneficiaries will be notified via direct bank credit alerts.
And still you can apply for YEIDEP: YEIDEP Registration Portal 2025 is Opened
Key points
- YEIDEP payment schedule:
- Batch A: Starts today, October 20, 2025
- Batch B: Begins October 25, 2025
- Batch C: Follows on October 30, 2025 (next phase after this window)
- Amount per approved beneficiary: ₦50,000–₦500,000, depending on project type and scale
- Beneficiary volume: 2,000,000 applicants per batch (6,000,000 total)
- Notification method: Direct bank credit alerts only (no public shortlist)
- Partner banks: Fidelity Bank, Keystone Bank, Union Bank, Jaiz Bank, LOTUS Bank, among others
What to do now
- Monitor your YEIDEP-linked bank account on your YEIDEP payment date.
- Keep SMS/email alerts active; ensure your SIM is reachable.
- If you registered but haven’t received account details, visit the relevant partner bank with a valid ID to complete KYC and activate the account.
- Ignore any links claiming to publish a shortlist; official YEIDEP payment communications come via partner banks.
Account creation note
Some applicants have accounts opened by partner banks during onboarding. If this applies to you, your bank name and account number are sent via SMS/email. Ensure the account is active to prevent failed credits.