When is NSFAS Opening For 2024

When is NSFAS Opening For 2024

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a government-funded project that aims to make higher education more affordable to South African students. NSFAS provides financial assistance in the form of loans and bursaries to students who meet the qualifying criteria, assisting them in covering tuition, housing, and other study-related expenditures.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is critical in South Africa since it provides financial support to eligible students seeking to pursue higher education. Every year, thousands of eager students await the launch of NSFAS applications in order to acquire support for their academic endeavours.

READ: NSFAS Contact Details 2024

NSFAS Opening Date For 2024

NSFAS opens its applications for the following academic year in September 2024. The application portal will be opened on September 28 and closes on January 31. All interested students must do well to submit their applications before the closing date since late applications will not be considered for the 2024 academic year.

Who Qualifies for NSFAS Bursary 2024?

The following people qualifies for NSFAS bursary in 2024;

• 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 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.

READ: NSFAS Application Form 2024-2025

Who Does Not Qualify For NSFAS Bursary 2024?

You may not apply for NSFAS if you are a;

• Students who have completed a previous qualification.
• Students with a combined household income of more than R350 000 per annum.
• Students who have already applied, qualified and received funding. They are automatically funded for the duration of their studies provided they pass their modules and meet the academic requirements.

How To Apply for NSFAS 2024

Apply to NSFAS is simple, straightforward and convenient. Follow the steps below to apply for 2024 funding;

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’

READ: NSFAS Application For 2024-2025

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#

Visit the official website of NSFAS for more information.

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