đ° NSFAS Information
Information and official links for students who want to apply for, track or understand National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) funding.
đ NSFAS 2027 Applications
The official NSFAS 2027 application window is open for students applying for funding for the 2027 academic year.
đ What is NSFAS?
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) provides financial assistance to eligible students studying at public universities and TVET colleges, subject to the applicable funding requirements.
Funding conditions and eligibility requirements can change, so applicants should always check the latest information published by NSFAS.
đ Who Can Apply?
NSFAS currently publishes eligibility information for South African citizens and permanent residents who plan to study or are already registered at a public university or TVET college.
Applicants must also meet the applicable financial, academic and other NSFAS requirements.
đĩ Financial Eligibility
The published NSFAS financial requirements currently include the following bursary categories:
- Verified SASSA grant recipients automatically meet the financial requirement.
- Non-SASSA applicants: combined gross household income of R350,000 or less per year.
- Applicants with disabilities: combined gross household income of R600,000 or less per year.
Other eligibility conditions may apply.
đ How to Apply
- Create or access your myNSFAS profile.
- Complete your personal and household information.
- Provide the required consent.
- Upload the required supporting documents.
- Check your information carefully.
- Submit the application.
- Keep your application reference number.
đ Supporting Documents
NSFAS currently identifies several documents that may be required depending on the applicant.
- Signed consent form
- Declaration form where applicable
- Disability annexure where applicable
- Orphan and vulnerable child declaration where applicable
Documents should be clear, complete, readable and submitted according to the current NSFAS instructions.
đ Check Application Status
After submitting an application, applicants can use their myNSFAS profile to track the application and see whether additional information or documents are required.
Check myNSFASđ What Can NSFAS Funding Cover?
Approved funding is provided according to the applicable NSFAS funding policy for the academic year.
- Tuition and registration
- Approved accommodation or transport support
- Learning materials
- Personal care allowance for qualifying students
The exact funding and allowance arrangements depend on the applicable rules, institution, qualification and student circumstances.
đĢ NSFAS for TVET Students
NSFAS funding is also available to eligible students at public TVET colleges, subject to the applicable NSFAS requirements and funding rules.
TVET students should also check their college's registration and application information because academic cycles and application periods can differ.
âšī¸ Important Information
- Applying for NSFAS funding is free.
- Use your own myNSFAS account and keep your login information secure.
- Keep your application reference number safe.
- Make sure uploaded documents are clear, complete and readable.
- Always check the latest NSFAS instructions because funding requirements and procedures may change.
- Phumelela Innovations does not make NSFAS funding decisions.
â ī¸ Protect Yourself From Scams
NSFAS applications are free. Be careful of anyone who asks you to pay money to submit an NSFAS application or promises to guarantee funding.
Never give another person your myNSFAS password or one-time PIN.
Enter sensitive personal information directly on the official NSFAS platform.
đ Official NSFAS Services
Use the official NSFAS websites for applications, account access and current funding information.
Toll Free: 08000 67327
Email: info@nsfas.org.za