Application Forms For NSFAS 2025-2026

Application Forms For NSFAS 2025-2026; When to apply for NSFAS 2025

Acquiring entry to this essential support system as the 2025-2026 academic year draws near requires comprehension of and effective completion of the NSFAS application forms. On the National Student Financial Aid Scheme’s official website, www.nsfas.org.za/application/form-download-pdf-2025, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme Application Form 2025-2026 will be accessible for download starting from 21st November 2025. Please apply online using the NSFAS application portal for the 2025–2026 academic year if you are unable to download the application form by hand.

How to Complete the 2025-2026 NSFAS Online Application Form

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) 2025 online application is correct, effective, and speedy. When entering your online application, you will be prompted when any information is either missing or incorrect to assist you in making sure you have included all that is required.

Required Documents for the NSFAS Online Application Form 2025-2026

The following supporting documentation must be submitted by each candidate through the online application process:

You must provide a copy of your student ID / Birth certificate
A copy of the parent/s or guardian/spouse’s ID
A Smart card: both sides of the card required
Proof of income (where applicable)
Persons living with disability (Disability Annexure A form)
A vulnerable child must provide a completed Vulnerable Child Declaration form completed by a social worker
An applicant who has indicated that he/she has no family member details and or abridged birth certificate must complete the Declaration: Non-SASSA

What Does It Take to Submit an Online Application for NSFAS 2025?

To be eligible for NSFAS 2025, you must:

SASSA grant recipients
South African citizens or permanent residents
Candidates whose annual gross household income combined is not greater than R350 000
individuals with disabilities whose annual gross family income is not greater than R600,000.
Both a cell phone number and email address are required.

How to Download the 2025-2026 NSFAS Application Form in PDF Format

The procedures listed below can be used to download the NSFAS Application Form 2025 in PDF format:

Go to www.nsfas.org.za, the NSFAS website.
Place the pointer over “For Students & Learners” in the page’s menu.
Next, select “How to Apply” from the item drop-down menu.
Download the application, then complete it with your information.
Fill out the online application and send it in for review.

Application Procedure for NSFAS 2025

Follow the process below to apply online for the NSFAS bursaries for 2025-2026:

Create a profile: Use this link to register for a myNSFAS account: https://my.nsfas.org.za/ or get the NSFAS App from the App Store or Google Play. Your username will be your ID number.
Apply now: To amend your personal information and upload the supporting documents for your application, click the “Apply” option.
Complete: Submit your application

For details, go to https://www.nsfas.org.za

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