NSFAS Bursaries 2024-2025

Although higher education is the key to a better future, the expense is sometimes a prohibitive obstacle. Fortunately, South Africa’s National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) continues to play an important role in easing this burden. As we approach the year 2024-2025, NSFAS is once again awarding bursaries that might alter your life. Bursaries under the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) are an important financial aid program in South Africa that aims to make higher education more accessible to students from low-income families.

NSFAS is a government-funded program that helps qualified students pay for their education at public universities and TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) institutions.

READ: NSFAS Allowance 2024

What Does The NSFAS Bursary Cover?

Amounts indicated for accommodation, living allowance, transport and learning materials need to be aligned with the approved latest DHET guidelines.

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.

READ: How Much Is NSFAS Allowance 2024-2025?

NSFAS Bursary Eligibility Criteria2024/2025

To be eligible for NSFAS bursaries for the 2024/2025 academic year, you must meet the following criteria:

You must be a South African citizen
All SASSA grant recipients qualify for funding
Applicants whose combined household income is not more than R350 000 per annum
A person with disability: Combined household income must not be more than R600 000 per annum
Students who started studying before 2018 and whose household income is not more than R122 000 per annum.

Required Documents To Apply for NSFAS 2024

The following documents must be uploaded to support the application:

All applicants must provide a copy of their ID. A temporary ID issued by the Department of Home Affairs will be accepted.
Non-SASSA applicants must provide ID copies of parent/s, legal guardian/guardian or spouse.
Smart ID cards: a copy with both sides of the smart ID must be provided.
Proof of income: The applicant and/or parents/legal guardian/spouse (where applicable (non-SASSA) should provide the latest payslip not older than 3 months, UIF letter, appointment letter, retrenchment letter (applicant and/or parent(s), legal guardian/spouse)
Passports/Driver’s licenses will not be accepted as proof of ID.

How To Apply For NSFAS 2024/2025

NSFAS applications are done online on the official website of the agency during the application period. Follow the steps below to apply for NSFAS 2024;

Go to www.nsfas.org.za and click on the ‘myNSFAS’ tab.
Create a myNSFAS account
Click on the ‘APPLY’ tab and complete the sections on the screen
Upload required supporting documents where applicable
Click on ‘Submit’.

Who can appeal for NSFAS Bursary 2024/2025?

A student whose application for financial aid is rejected or the financial aid for a continuing student is withdrawn, may lodge an appeal with the NSFAS.

The appeal decisions are subject to budget availability.
Appeals will only be considered for students who have applied to NSFAS for Financial Aid.

READ: How Much Does NSFAS Pay For Accommodation?

NSFAS Contact Details

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 Bursaries for the 2024-2025 academic year are a lifesaver for students who want to study in South Africa. NSFAS ensures that financial constraints do not stand in the way of your aspirations by providing complete financial support that includes tuition, accommodation, allowances, and more. Visit the official website of NSFAS for more information.

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