How To Apply For A Laptop At NSFAS 2026/2027

Students who want to succeed in higher education need access to the right tools, and one of the most important is a laptop. With a laptop, students can research, write assignments, attend online classes, and stay connected to their studies. To support learners, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has introduced the NSFAS Laptop Project. This program was created to make sure that eligible South African students have the technology they need to study effectively.

NSFAS is a government-funded scheme that helps students from poor and working-class families afford higher education. The support goes beyond just paying tuition fees; it also includes allowances for accommodation, meals, learning materials, and now, laptops. The laptop initiative is a way to remove barriers that might stop students from performing well in their courses. Through this project, students who qualify for NSFAS funding can apply for a laptop that will be delivered to their institution.

Having this device can make a big difference because it allows learners to access digital platforms, complete tasks, and prepare for exams without unnecessary stress. If you are planning to study in the 2026–2027 academic year and need a laptop, you can apply for one through NSFAS as part of your funding package. This guide will walk you through the steps, requirements, and process of applying so you can make the most of the support available and focus on achieving your academic goals.

Learn more: How To Apply For Laptops From NSFAS 2026-2027

Who May Receive A Laptop From NSFAS?

To qualify for an NSFAS laptop, you have to:

Only students who are now receiving NSFAS assistance are eligible to order the laptop.
Students need to be registered to take classes at a public university or TVET college.
Students are required to sign the T&Cs while ordering the laptop.
Students cannot already have a laptop from TVET or their college.

Who Can’t Get An NSFAS Laptop?

The following candidates are not eligible to apply for NSFAS Laptops:

Students whose postsecondary institution has already provided them with a laptop, but who are not currently getting NSFAS funds
Students receive laptops with their enrollment package.
Trimester 1 students at TVET colleges who ordered a laptop but did not sign the T&Cs

Step-By-Step Process To Apply For A Laptop At NSFAS 2026-2027

To order an NSFAS Laptop device online,

Step 1: Register:

NSFAS-funded TVET students include: You must be a continuing student who was enrolled in 2025 and is presently enrolled in 2026.
NSFAS-funded students at universities: You must be registered to study at any public university; both first-time entering and continuing students may apply for a learning device.

Step 2: Complete the DLD form:

Collect, complete, and return the Digital Learning Device (DLD) form to your campus’s Financial Aid Office (FAO).
Order your laptop using the DLD online order portal at www.nsfas.org.za. NSFAS and your university will validate your information as well as your order.

Step 3: Collection:

Following the completion of the verification procedure, an order for your laptop will be placed with our service providers to send the item for delivery.
When your laptop is ready, the laptop service provider or your institution will contact you to schedule collection/delivery.

Remember that after you have been contacted for delivery and pickup of the device, no one may accept or collect it on your behalf; you must be there and sign before it is given over to you.

Step 4: Identification

You must produce your ID/birth certificate and proof of academic registration/student card from your institution before receiving your device.

Step 5: Agree to the terms and conditions

You will be required to agree to the terms and conditions as set out by your institution before receiving your learning device.

Step 6: Laptop payment:

Non-NSFAS-funded students who require a device should consult their institutions, as they will remain responsible for the payment of the device and must therefore agree to the payment terms as defined by the institution.

Learn more: How To Apply For NSFAS 2026 Step By Step?

NOTE: As an NSFAS-funded student, you must present a valid ID, proof of registration (or student card), and sign the acknowledgement receipt of the digital learning equipment upon delivery. You will also need to agree to the device’s terms and conditions as given out by your university/college.

Contact For NSFAS

For general, student, and NSFAS Wallet inquiries

For all other queries regarding students:

Tel No.: 08000 67327
Email:info@nsfas.org.za
Physical Address
The Halyard, 4 Christiaan Barnard St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001

OTHER RELATED LINKS

NSFAS Status Check Using ID Number 2026-2027

Is NSFAS Open For 2026 Students?

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