Who Gets NSFAS

Who Gets NSFAS

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a public entity reporting to the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). It provides financial assistance in the form of study bursaries to qualifying students who plan to study at Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges and public universities but have you ever wondered who qualifies for this funding? If you are a high school student, a university student, or a returning student, we will help you know if you qualify for NSFAS funding.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme is a tool in South Africa’s attempts to make higher education more accessible and affordable to its population. Since its inception in 1991, has been instrumental in supporting thousands of students, regardless of financial circumstance, to achieve their ambitions of earning a higher education.

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Who Qualifies for National Student Financial Aid Scheme Funding?

To be eligible for funding, you must meet specific requirements set by the agency. To get funding, you must meet the following requirements;

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.

Supporting Documents Required To Apply For NSFAS

All applicants must upload and submit the following documents;

Valid South African ID number of Applicant
Valid South African ID number of parent(s), guardian, or spouse
Income information where applicable.
Students with disabilities must provide: A completed and signed Disability Annexure A Form (available on the website)
Students recognized as vulnerable children must provide:
Students who have indicated no family members’ details must complete the 2025 Declaration Form (available on the website)

Other documents that may be required for appeals purposes:

Retrenchment letter,
Death certificate/s
Proof of legal guardianship
Marriage certificate

How To Apply For NSFAS Online 2025

Follow the guide below to apply;

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’.

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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#

Follow the application process indicated above carefully to ensure you match the qualifying requirements and have the best chance of receiving funding. By doing so, you may take an important step toward attaining your academic and career goals while avoiding financial hardship. Visit the official website of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme

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