NSFAS Account

NSFAS Account

Managing your education finances can be difficult, especially when you’re focused on your studies. To make things much easier, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has created a user-friendly online account system that enables you to manage your funding in one place. This system is called the myNSFAS account. With a myNSFAS account, you can log in at any time to verify your application status, view payment updates, and keep track of your funding. It’s your dashboard for everything related to your NSFAS support.

Whether you’re attending a public university or a TVET college in South Africa, having this account is important if you want to get financial help from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme. Creating and managing your NSFAS account is one of the first steps toward receiving funding. Once your account is set up, you’ll be able to stay informed and make smart decisions about your studies and your future.

The account is also where you can update personal details, upload documents, and stay in touch with the National Student Financial Aid Scheme throughout your academic journey. In this easy-to-follow guide, we’ll take you through each step to help you open and manage your NSFAS account with confidence. Whether you’re applying for the first time or returning to continue your studies, this information will help you stay on top of your funding and reach your educational goals.

Learn more: Create MyNSFAS Account 2026

Who can create an NSFAS Account?

The NSFAS bursary is available for the category of people listed below:

• All South African citizens
• All SASSA grant recipients qualify for funding
• Applicants whose combined household income is not more than R350,000 per annum
• A person with a disability: Combined household income must not be more than R600,000 per annum
• SASSA recipients automatically qualify for funding and do not need to submit any proof of income.

Who cannot create an NSFAS Account

• A student who has achieved a certificate qualification and wants to study for a second certificate qualification.
• Students studying at a private institution.
• Students who have received 100% study funding from non-NSFAS sources.
• Students enrolled for qualifications that are not approved by DHET and/or SAQA-accredited.
• A student who has already obtained an undergraduate qualification and wants to study for a second undergraduate qualification.

How to Create and Manage Your NSFAS Account for 2026

Creating an NSFAS account must be done on the official website of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme. Follow the steps below to create your account at NSFAS;

• Visit the NSFAS Website: Go to the official NSFAS website (www.nsfas.org.za) to begin the registration process.
• Click on ‘MyNSFAS Account’: Once on the website, locate and click on the ‘MyNSFAS Account’ tab.
• Register: To register for an NSFAS account, you will need a valid email address and cellphone number. Ensure these are readily available before proceeding.
• Create Your Profile: Follow the on-screen prompts to create your profile. You will be required to provide personal information, including your ID number and academic details.
• Verify Your Email: NSFAS will send a verification link to the email address you provided. Click on the link to confirm your email.

Learn more: myNSFAS 2026-2027

• Set a Password: Choose a strong password for your NSFAS account. It should be a combination of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters for security purposes.
• Log In: Once your email is verified, log in to your account using the email and password you just set.

Contact NSFAS

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

The NSFAS account is an asset for both students seeking financial aid and administrators in charge of administering and disbursing funds. It facilitates the application process, tracks the status of applications, and ensures that qualified students receive the financial assistance they require to pursue their higher education goals in South Africa. Visit the official website of NSFAS for more information.

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