NSFAS APPLICATION FOR 2023/ 2024How to Apply Online for NSFAS for New Applicants, Continuing Students and Disability Persons
Important Notice from NSFAS to All Applicants. READ BELOW IMMEDIATELY
Remember that you have to complete the application process from start to finish, instead of merely creating a profile and considering themselves to have applied. All the required fields that apply to you must be filled, supporting documents must be uploaded and you must click submit finally at the end to consider your application completed.
Can I apply for NSFAS if I was funded previously?
Yes, you may. You will be required to apply during the application period. Please note that you still need to meet the requirements.
What documents are needed for nsfas application
All applicants are required to submit: Certified copy of your ID, not older than 3 months A signed and completed consent form. If you are dependent on your parents/guardian/spouse, please provide: Certified ID copies of parent/s, guardian, spouse not older than 3 months Proof of income of parent, guardian or spouse (payslip or appointment letter If you are self-sufficient (no parent/guardian support) please provide: Proof of income (payslip or appointment letter). If you have a disability, please provide: Completed and signed Annexure A (if your information is not pre-populated on the portal). If you are an orphan, please provide: Completed and signed Declaration Form, Other documents required, if applicable: Retrenchment letter / UIF documentation; Death certificate/s; Divorce decree.
When is the closing date for nsfas 2024 application
The closing date for 2024 applications is January 31, 2024. Yes, students may resubmit after withdrawing their application as long as they resubmit before the closing date. All students must re-apply for funding as and when they move through the NSFAS funding progression pathway. In practice, this means that a university student who is being funded for a qualification that is a “Certificate” Qualification NSFAS Category must reapply for funding as and when they expect to achieve the “Certificate” qualification and would like NSFAS to provide funding for their “Undergraduate” qualification
Who cannot appeal nsfas rejection?
Students are not permitted to appeal if they:
- Are registered for a qualification that NSFAS does not fund;
- They have reached N+2 (or N+3 in the case of students with disabilities).
- The student is a gap year student who NSFAS previously denied financial aid to because s/he did not meet the academic eligibility criteria.
- The institution has not submitted their registration record to NSFAS or has submitted an incorrect registration record such enquiries should be directed to the institution.
Can students with disabilities also apply for nsfas funding?
Yes. Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply for financial assistance. They provide special disability funding to all approved students with disabilities at any of the 26 public universities or 50 TVET colleges. The applicant’s household income must not exceed R600 000 per year.
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Can I apply for NSFAS if I was funded previously?
Yes, you may. You will be required to apply during the application period. Please note that you still need to meet the requirements. How to Apply for NSFASApply for NSFAS 2024 for Universities
for new applicants
for continuing students
for disability persons
Can I apply for NSFAS if I was funded previously?
Yes, you may apply for funding. You will be required to apply during the application period. Please note that if you have been registered prior to 2018 your combined household income must not exceed R122 000 per annum. If you were registered in or after 2018 for the first time your combined household income must not exceed R350 00 per annum.
What are the eligibility requirements for nsfas application?
Applying for nsfas requires you to meet the following requirements namely: 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 or must have email and cell phone number
for new applicants
for continuing students
for disability persons
What documents are needed for nsfas application
All applicants are required to submit: Certified copy of your ID, not older than 3 months A signed and completed consent form. If you are dependent on your parents/guardian/spouse, please provide: Certified ID copies of parent/s, guardian, spouse not older than 3 months Proof of income of parent, guardian or spouse (payslip or appointment letter If you are self-sufficient (no parent/guardian support) please provide: Proof of income (payslip or appointment letter). If you have a disability, please provide: Completed and signed Annexure A (if your information is not pre-populated on the portal). If you are an orphan, please provide: Completed and signed Declaration Form, Other documents required, if applicable: Retrenchment letter / UIF documentation; Death certificate/s; Divorce decree.
When is the closing date for nsfas application
The closing date for 2024 applications is January 31, 2024. Yes, students may resubmit after withdrawing their application as long as they resubmit before the closing date.
All students must re-apply for funding as and when they move through the NSFAS funding progression pathway. In practice, this means that a university student that is being funded for a qualification that is a “Certificate” Qualification NSFAS Category must reapply for funding as and when they expect to achieve the “Certificate” qualification and would like NSFAS to provide funding for their “Undergraduate” qualification
for new applicants
for continuing students
for disability persons
Can i apply for Nsfas if i have already studying without funding from Nsfas?
Answer: Yes, you may apply if you are a South African citizen.
How long does it take to be approved for NSFAS funding?
Answer: It takes about 7 to 14 weekdays
What supporting Documents are required when applying for Nsfas?
Answer: Certified copy of ID of you and guardians and Proof of income
Can students with disabilities apply for Nsfas funding?
Answer: You can apply if you have any disabilities.
What happens if you are declined for Nsfas bursary?
Answer: You should Appeal if you are rejected.
How much does NSFAS give per student when funding them?
Answer: Nsfas pays R24,000 per year for students living in a town or other urban area .
When is the closing date for nsfas 2024 application
The closing date for 2024 applications is January 31, 2024. Yes, students may resubmit after withdrawing their application as long as they resubmit before the closing date. All students must re-apply for funding as and when they move through the NSFAS funding progression pathway. In practice, this means that a university student who is being funded for a qualification that is a “Certificate” Qualification NSFAS Category must reapply for funding as and when they expect to achieve the “Certificate” qualification and would like NSFAS to provide funding for their “Undergraduate” qualification