The MTN mPulse Spelling Bee Competition 2026 is open to Nigerian students aged 9 to 15 who attend primary or secondary school.
The quiz competition offers up to ₦40 million in prizes, including scholarship grants, laptops, smartphones, cash rewards, and the opportunity for the overall winner to become MTN CEO for a Day.
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About MTN mPulse Spelling Bee Competition 2026
The MTN mPulse Spelling Bee Competition gives young Nigerian students an opportunity to test their spelling skills and compete with other students nationwide.
The MTN Spelling Bee Competition also provides students with opportunities for recognition, learning, and educational support.
Eligibility Requirements
To participate, you must:
- Be a Nigerian student.
- Be aged 9 to 15.
- Attend a primary or secondary school.
- Register as a student.
- Meet the official competition requirements.
Parents and guardians cannot participate on behalf of students.
The Top 20 finalists must also be on the MTN mPulse tariff plan.
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Competition Stages
Round 1: Students answer 10 spelling questions online through the mPulse platform.
Practice quizzes are available, and students can practice as many times as they want.
Round 2: Shortlisted students answer 20 additional spelling questions.
Regional Showdown
Top students compete live in:
- Port Harcourt
- Abuja
- Abeokuta
Grand Finale
The final competition takes place in Lagos.
The event features a live audience and online streaming. One student emerges as the MTN mPulse Spelling Bee Champion.
MTN Spelling Bee Competition 2026 Prizes
1st Prize
Student:
- MTN CEO for a Day
- mPulse Face for the Year
- ₦5 million scholarship grant
- Laptop
- Smartphone
- mPulse goody bag
Teacher:
- ₦500,000 cash
School:
- ₦10 million flagship gift
- ICT Lab with 10 laptops
- 10 MTN 5G Routers
2nd Prize
Student:
- ₦2.5 million scholarship grant
- Laptop
- Smartphone
- mPulse goody bag
Teacher:
- ₦300,000 cash
3rd Prize
Student:
- ₦1.5 million scholarship grant
- Laptop
- Smartphone
- mPulse goody bag
Teacher:
- ₦200,000 cash
4th to 10th Finalists
- ₦500,000 cash each
- mPulse goody bag
11th to 20th Finalists
- ₦200,000 cash each
- mPulse goody bag
Regional Prize
The school with the highest participation in each region receives ₦1 million, subject to a minimum of 100 participants.
How to Prepare
Improve your chances by:
- Practicing spelling every day.
- Learning difficult English words.
- Studying word meanings and pronunciation.
- Practicing under time limits.
- Reviewing common spelling mistakes.
- Using the practice quizzes repeatedly.
How to Apply for MTN mPulse Spelling Bee Competition 2026
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official mPulse platform.
- Register as a student.
- Find the Spelling Bee section.
- Complete your registration details.
- Practice with the available quizzes.
- Take Round 1 when registration opens.
- Check your result and prepare for Round 2 if shortlisted.
MTN mPulse Spelling Bee Competition Deadline
The 2026 application deadline was not provided in the information available for this edition.
Check the official mPulse platform and MTN Nigeria channels for the latest deadline and registration updates.
Avoid paying anyone who promises guaranteed selection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the MTN Spelling Bee Competition?
Nigerian students aged 9 to 15 who attend primary or secondary school.
How many questions are in Round 1?
Round 1 contains 10 spelling questions.
How many questions are in Round 2?
Round 2 contains 20 spelling questions.
Where will the regional competition take place?
The listed regional locations are Port Harcourt, Abuja, and Abeokuta.
Where will the grand finale take place?
The grand finale will take place in Lagos.
Is the competition open to parents?
No. Students must participate themselves.
