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NSFAS Application for 2026 is now Open

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) application for 2026 is now open. Students looking to apply for financial assistance are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible. Stay informed and make sure to meet all deadlines to secure funding for your studies./p>

National Student Finacial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) NSFAS provides financial aid to disadvantaged students from the poor and working-class who meet eligibility criteria to study at public universities or TVET colleges.

Who qualifies for funding?

You qualify for a NSFAS bursary if you are a South African citizen who plans to study in 2024 or you are already studying at a public university or TVET college and you meet the following requirements:

South African citizens or permanent residents ✓
SASSA grant recipients ✓
Applicants whose combined gross household income is not more than R350 000 per year ✓
Persons with disabilities whose combined gross household income is not more than R600 000 per year ✓
Must have email account and cell phone number ✓

Once your funding application becomes successful, NSFAS will cover your costs for:

Accommodation ✓
Living allowance ✓
Learning material allowance ✓
Personal care allowance ✓

Application form: Download

How to apply?:

Create a myNSFAS account via the link below "Click here to apply"
Click on the ‘Apply’ tab to update your personal information and upload your application supporting documents, indicated
Submit your application

Apply here: Click here to Apply

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