When NSFAS Is Closing 2026 Application

When NSFAS Is Closing 2026 Application

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has made an important announcement: applications for the current academic year are closing very soon. To ensure you don’t miss out on this vital chance, it’s really important to get your application in before the official deadline. Please remember, NSFAS will not be able to accept any applications submitted after this date, so prompt action is essential to avoid disappointment.

As the academic year for 2026 rapidly approaches, it’s highly encouraged that all students who qualify for financial assistance complete and submit their applications without delay. Just like with the current year, late submissions for the 2026 academic year will not be reviewed or considered for funding. This means that getting your application in on time is the only way to have it evaluated for potential support.

To successfully apply, your next step should be to visit the official NSFAS website.​ There, you’ll find the application form that needs to be filled out carefully and submitted within the designated application period. By following these steps and ensuring your application is complete and submitted on time, you’ll maximize your chances of receiving the financial assistance you need to pursue your educational goals.

Learn more: What Is The Closing Date Of NSFAS For 2026?

When Will NSFAS Applications Close for 2026?

The NSFAS application for the 2026 academic year is expected to open on September 1, 2025, and close on January 31, 2026. This applies to both university and TVET college students. For TVET college students, there are also separate application periods depending on when their courses start.

NSFAS Eligibility Criteria for 2026 Funding

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
• Person with disability: Combined household income must not be more than R600,000 per annum
• Students who started studying before 2018, whose household income is not more than R122,000 per annum.

NSFAS Funding Coverage and Amounts

NSFAS provides funding for the following;

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 institution) R7,500 per annum
• Living allowance R15, 000 per annum
• Book allowances R5200 per annum
• Incidental/personal care allowance R2900 per annum for students in catered residences

TVET

• Accommodation in an urban area R24,000 per annum
• Accommodation in a peri-urban area R18,900 per annum
• Accommodation in a rural area R15,750 per annum
• Transport (up to 40 km from institution) R7,350 per annum
• Transport R7000 per annum
• Incidental/personal care allowance R2900 per annum

Supporting documents required for NSFAS

NSFAS needs information to confirm the employment and income of an applicant’s parents, guardians, or spouse.

• NSFAS Declaration Form: completed by the school principal or social worker. (Non-SASSA only)
• Orphan and Vulnerable Child Declaration Form: completed by a social worker for applicants under 18. (Non-SASSA only)
• NSFAS Consent Form: signed by the applicant and/or parent, guardian, or spouse. (Not needed for SASSA recipients)
• If the applicant has a legal guardian, court-issued proof is required.
• For non-court-appointed guardians, submit the NSFAS Declaration Form.

Learn more: NSFAS Closing Date 2026

  NSFAS Application Process for 2026

Follow the steps below to complete the NSFAS form for the 2026 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 the required supporting documents, where applicable
• Click on ‘Submit’.

NSFAS Contact Details

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

If you want to apply for NSFAS 2026, 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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