Can You Still Apply For NSFAS 2025-2026

Are you eyeing college but worried about finances? NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme) could be your ticket to achieving your academic dreams. Wondering if you can still apply for NSFAS for the 2025-2026 academic year? Absolutely! Even if you missed prior application windows, you’re eligible to apply for NSFAS for the 2025-2026 academic year. NSFAS often opens multiple application periods to accommodate various circumstances and ensure deserving students get the financial support they need. The NSFAS Online Application 2025-2026 academic year is still open and application is still ongoing for new applicants. The official closing date for the bursary from the administrative is January 31st, 2025.

Who is Eligible For Nsfas 2025-2026

If you are a citizen of South Africa, intend to enrol in school in 2025, or if you are enrolled in a public university or TVET college and you match the following criteria, you are eligible for an NSFAS bursary:

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.

NSFAS Opening Date for 2025-2026

Application NSFAS 2025-2026 opening date: September 2024
Application NSFAS 2025-2026 closing date: 31st January 2025
Late NSFAS Application 2025-2026: Late application won’t be accepted

What does the bursary cover?

NSFAS will cover your costs for the following:

Accommodation
Living allowance
Learning material allowance
Personal care allowance

UNISA students will receive funding for:

Tuition
Books (subject to the number of modules registered)
Personal care allowance

Eligible students with a disability will receive funding for:

Assistive Devices
Meals
Tuition
Transport
Tuition
Human Support
Accommodation

How to apply for NSFAS

The steps to apply are as follows if NSFAS is still open for the 2025-2026 academic year:

To gain access to the application portal, go to the official NSFAS website.
Creating an Account: Create a new account or sign in with an already existing one.
Fill out the application completely: Complete the application accurately and with all the necessary data.
Upload Required Documents: Attach supporting documentation, such as identification papers, income verification letters, and transcripts.
Application Submission: After finishing, send in your application via the web portal.

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If you missed the previous deadlines, you may still be able to apply for NSFAS for the 2025-2026 academic year. Achieving financial aid requires keeping track of the application period, following instructions, and completing all required paperwork on time. For details, go to https://www.nsfas.org.za

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