Is NSFAS Open For 2024?

Is NSFAS Open For 2024?

Are you going to study in South Africa in 2024 and wondering if the NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme) is accepting applications? NSFAS plays an important role in providing financial help to qualified South African students, allowing them to pursue higher education. In this post, we will investigate if NSFAS is available for 2024 applications and provide you with important information about the application procedure, eligibility requirements, and important dates.

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NSFAS Application Opening Date 2024

Eligible students looking forward to applying for NSFAS funding may begin to apply from September 28. The application portal is open to all undergraduate students of South Africa who are eligible for funding for the 2024 academic year. All applications must be submitted before the closing date of January 31.

Candidates are urged to submit their applications during the application period as NSFAS will not consider late applications for the 2024 academic year.

NSFAS Application Eligibility Criteria 2024

Before applying, make sure you fulfil the NSFAS eligibility requirements. South African citizenship, financial necessity, and enrollment or intentions to enrol in a public University or TVET college are normally required. The requirements for NSFAS are:

Must be a South African citizen / permanent resident
Combined gross household income should not exceed R350 000 per annum
Combined gross household income (persons living with disabilities) should not exceed R600 000 per annum
SASSA recipients automatically qualify for financial eligibility
Must have email and cell phone number.

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How To Apply For NSFAS 2024

NSFAS Applications for the 2024 academic year are done online on the official website of NSFAS. To apply, Fill out the online application form with accurate information. You’ll need to provide personal details, family income, and other relevant information. Follow the simple steps below to apply online for NSFAS;

Step 1: Go to www.nsfas.org.za and click on the ‘myNSFAS’ tab.

*Step 2: Create a myNSFAS account

Step 3: Click on the ‘APPLY’ tab and complete the sections on the screen

*Step 4: Upload required supporting documents where applicable

Step 5: Click on ‘Submit’

NB: If you do not have a digital device or access to the internet, do not stress, simply pop into your nearest National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) or Thusong Centre to apply following the same steps.

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Contact NSFAS

NSFAS Virtual Contact Centre

We are available to assist through the following channels: