When NSFAS Is Closing 2025 Application

When NSFAS Is Closing 2025 Application

If you are a student in South Africa seeking financial support, it is time to act fast. NSFAS has announced that applications for the current academic year will close soon. To avoid disappointment, make sure to submit your application before the deadline. Late applications will not be accepted, so don’t wait until the last minute.

As the academic year approaches, eligible students are advised to submit their completed applications for the 2025 academic year as late applications will not be considered. Visit the official website of NSFAS to complete the application form and submit it during the application period to be considered for financial assistance.

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NSFAS Closing Date for 2025 Applications:

The application portal of NSFAS opens on September 20th for the 2025 academic year and closes on 15th December 2024. All completed and accurate applications must be submitted before or on this date since NSFAS will not consider late applications for the 2025 academic year.

NSFAS Eligibility Requirement for 2025

To qualify for an NSFAS, you must meet certain eligibility criteria, which may include:

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 need not submit any proof of income.

Credentials Needed To Apply For 2025 NSFAS

All applicants are required to upload and submit the following documents;

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.

Apply For NSFAS 2025

Follow the steps below to complete the NSFAS form for the 2024 academic year;

Visit the official website of NSFAS at: www.nsfas.org.za
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’.

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NSFAS Contact Details

Email: info@nsfas.org.za
Facebook: National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Twitter: @myNSFAS
Instagram: @myNSFAS
WhatsApp: +27 78 519 8006
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If you want to apply for NSFAS 2024, make a note of the essential application deadline and follow the steps mentioned above to optimize your chances of receiving the financial aid you require to complete your studies. Visit the official website of NSFAS for more information.

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