National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) bursary applications for 2025 are now open .Check How to apply for NSFAS bursary funding for 2025 academic year.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) was established in terms of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme,and it offers fundings for students from poor and working class backgrounds.
When applying you will need;
- Internet access, phone, tablet, or computer
Required documents
The correct supporting documents are important in ensuring that NSFAS process your funding application in time for your registration at an institution of higher learning. The required supporting documents are:
- All applicants must provide a copy of 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: applicant and/or parents/legal guardian/spouse (where applicable (non-SASSA) should provide latest payslip not older 3 months, UIF letter, appointment letter, retrenchment letter (applicant and/or parent(s), legal guardian/spouse)
- Passports/Driver’s license will not be accepted as proof of ID.
NSFAS bursary application Requirements
- Must be South African citizen
- Permanent resident Combined gross household income should not exceed R350 000 per annum
- Combined gross household income (persons living with disabilities) should not exceed R600 000 per annum
- SASSA recipients automatically qualify on financial eligibility
- Students who started studying before 2018 with a combined household income of not more than R122 000 per annum.
NSFAS bursary application 2025-How to apply
- 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’
What does the NSFAS funding covers?
Applicants who are approved for NSFAS funding are covered for:
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
After your funding is confirmed, you may also receive allowances for the following:
- Living allowance
- Learning Material
- Personal Care
- Accommodation or Transport
Check also:How to create your myNSFAS acccount
NSFAS contact details
- Toll Free: 08000 67327 |
- Email: info@nsfas.org.za