NST Membership Requirements

Join the Nigerian Society of Teachers (NST) and become part of a prestigious national professional body dedicated to educational excellence, teacher empowerment, innovation, advocacy, and national development.

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Membership Categories

NST offers multiple membership categories designed to accommodate students, teachers, educational professionals, institutions, and distinguished contributors to education and national development.

STMNST

Student Member

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate students in accredited teacher training tertiary institutions recognized by relevant teaching regulatory agencies in Nigeria.

Requirement

Recommendation or introduction letter from the Head of Department or senior staff member.

Registration Fee: ₦7,500

Some rights and privileges of active members but not eligible to hold office or enjoy discounts on NST publications and conference fees.

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AMNST

Associate Member

Eligibility Criteria

Holders of Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) currently teaching or working in relevant educational environments.

Registration Fee: ₦10,000

Rights and privileges of active members but not eligible to hold office.

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GMNST

Graduate Member

Eligibility Criteria

Holders of a First Degree in Education or HND plus PGDE/PDE in any area of specialization.

Registration Fee: ₦15,000

Enjoys full rights and privileges of active NST membership.

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MNST

Full Member

Eligibility Criteria

Master’s Degree holders in Education or any specialization plus PGDE/PDE or Graduate Members for at least 5 years.

Registration Fee: ₦50,000
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FNST

Fellow

Eligibility Criteria

Ph.D holders in Education or any specialization with minimum two years post qualification plus PGDE/PDE or MNST members for at least 5 years.

Registration Fee: ₦100,000
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Hon.FNST

Honorary Fellow

Eligibility Criteria

Individuals nominated for exceptional contributions to education, science, humanities, or technology.

Registration Fee: ₦150,000

Exempted from annual dues and receives official NST publications but not eligible to hold office.

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CORMNST

Corporate Member

Eligibility Criteria

Educational institutions and organizations promoting education-related programs and academic development.

Registration Fee: ₦50,000

Some rights and privileges of active membership but not eligible to hold office.

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Why Join NST?

The Nigerian Society of Teachers is committed to promoting educational excellence, professional development, teacher welfare, advocacy, innovation, and ethical teaching practices across Nigeria. By joining NST, members gain national recognition, professional networking opportunities, educational resources, leadership development, and access to a strong community of educators dedicated to transforming the future of education in Nigeria.