How Do I Create A myNSFAS Account For 2025-2026?

South African students seeking higher education, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) continues to be a vital asset. The first step to getting this financial aid is to create a myNSFAS account. To receive all of this, prospective applicants must create a MyNSFAS account, which serves as an entrance to a variety of educational opportunities.

As the 2025-2026 academic year approaches, understanding how to operate the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) system becomes more important than ever. Whether you are a first-time applicant or returning to update your details, following these steps will help you secure the financial support you need for your studies. This is a full guide on how to create your myNSFAS account for the 2025-2026 academic year:

Things Needed To Create Your NSFAS Account 

To log in to your NSFAS account, you will need your username (ID number or email address) and password. If you have forgotten your password, use the “Forgot Password” option to reset it. Follow the instructions provided to regain access to your account.

How To Create a Mynsfas Account 2025

It is highly recommended that students and NSFAS candidates create MyNSFAS accounts. The following are steps to follow to create an account:

Navigate to www.nsfas.org.za login.
Click the myNSFAS tab.
Click register.
Tick the box to allow NSFAS to verify your details.
Then capture the ID number as stated on your ID document.
Type in your full name and surname as per your ID number.
Type in your current email address.
Confirm your email address.
Type in your cellphone number.
Create a password.
Confirm password.
Upload ID Copy.
Click register.
You will be sent an OTP to the email and cell number provided (this OTP expires after 24 hours).
Type in the OTP and click Submit.
You have now completed your NSFAS account re-registration.

How to Update Mynsfas Account 2025-2026

To update your mynsafs account, follow the process below

Go to www.nsfas.org.za and click on “myNsfas account“.
Enter your username and password.
Click on the “My details” tab.
Update your cellphone number and/or email address to your current one.
Click “Update your details” to proceed.
A one-time PIN (OTP) will be sent to the new number and email address that you have provided.
Enter the OTP and click submit.
Your details will immediately be updated.

Note: Your email address is your username. Protect your username and password.

How To Check Your NSFAS Status 2025-2026

When you submit an application for financing through the NSFAS, you may typically expect to hear back a few days after the deadline, which is, January 31st, 2025.

Below is a quick guide on how to find out the status of your National Student Financial Aid Scheme application if you have been waiting impatiently to know if you have been accepted into the program or not.

Log into your myNSFAS account portal.
Enter your ID or username and password.
Click the SIGN IN! button.
Once you log into your account dashboard, click on Track Funding Progress to check your application status.
If your application has been successful, Congrats! If not, better luck next time.

How To Reset Your MyNsfas Account Password 2025-2026

Do you already have an account but have forgotten your MyNsfas password, don’t worry, just change your Nsfas login password by following this process:

Clicking on the “Forgot your password” tab and enter your ID number
Choose whether you have forgotten your username and password and click “Submit“
You will receive an OTP via email and SMS
Type in the OTP you received and click “Submit“
You will then be required to create a new password.

SEE ALSO: Apply for NSFAS 2025-2026

Stay informed about any updates from NSFAS on the progress of your application or any new requirements. Comment below if you have any questions about this post or better still visit the NSFAS official website.

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