How Much Does NSFAS Pay Per Student Per Month?

How Much Does NSFAS Pay Per Student Per Month?

How Much Does NSFAS Pay Per Student Per Month?

As a student in South Africa, knowing the amount to be expected to fund your studies is important. NSFAS gives allowances that help deserving students with various needs such as accommodation, transport, food, books, and personal care. The amount students receive can differ depending on things like the type of institution they attend, whether it’s a university or a TVET college, and their specific needs. Understanding how much NSFAS pays per month is essential for proper financial planning during your studies

NSFAS was established by the South African government to give financial support to academically brilliant but financially disadvantaged students so that they might pursue higher education. NSFAS aims to make higher education available to those who would not otherwise be able to do so owing to financial restrictions. If you are interested in knowing the exact amount that NSFAS pays per student, read below to find out more details.

READ: NSFAS Monthly Allowance 2025

NSFAS Allowance Components Breakdown:

NSFAS provides financial assistance through two main components:

• Bursaries: Bursaries are intended to pay the entire cost of tuition for qualified students. Students who receive NSFAS bursaries are not required to pay their educational expenditures directly to the university.
• Allowances: In addition to tuition, NSFAS grants monthly allowances to students to help them pay their living expenses. These allowances may cover the expenditures of housing, food, transportation, and personal care.

NSFAS Monthly Allowance For South African Students

The NSFAS monthly allowances can vary depending on a variety of criteria, including the type of institution, the degree of study, and the student’s circumstances. NSFAS pays the following amount to cover these expenses of higher education;

UNIVERSITY

• Accommodation: As per the actual costs charged by the university (costs for private accommodation must not exceed costs for university residence)
• Transport (up to 40 km from the institution) R7 500  per annum
• Living allowance R15, 000  per annum
• Book allowances R5200 per annum
• Incidental/personal care allowance of R2900 per annum for students in catered residences

TVET

• Accommodation in an urban area is R24,000 per annum
• Accommodation in a peri-urban area is R18,900 per annum
• Accommodation in a rural area is R15,750 per annum
• Transport (up to 40 km from the institution) R7,350  per annum
• Transport R7000 per annum
• Incidental/personal care allowance R2900 per annum.

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NSFAS Virtual Contact Centre

We are available to assist through the following channels:

• Email: info@nsfas.org.za
• Facebook: National Student Financial Aid Scheme
• Twitter: @myNSFAS
• Instagram: @myNSFAS
• WhatsApp: +27 78 519 8006
• USSD:*120*67327#

NSFAS monthly allowances assist students in covering their living expenses, allowing them to concentrate on their academics without excessive financial burden. Although the exact amount of these allowances varies, they are intended to assist students on their academic path. Visit the official website of NSFAS for more information.

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