How To Create An NSFAS Account 2025-2026

Would you like to know how to register for an NSFAS account? To apply and track the status of your application, you must have an NSFAS account. Thus, you are in the proper place. Students must first register for a MyNSFAS Account to apply for NSFAS. Once you’ve registered with Nsfas, you’ll have access to your login information, passwords, phone numbers, etc., allowing applicants to log in using any device, even smartphones. We’re going to guide you through the MyNSFAS registration process in this post to grant you complete authority, access, and use over your account.

How To Create An NSFAS Account 2025-2026

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.

Documents needed to create An NSFAS Account 2025

South African ID number or valid passport number
Cell phone number (preferably in your name)
Valid email address
Proof of bank account

How To Check Your NSFAS Status 2025-2026

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 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.

How to Change the Password for Your MyNsfas Account 2025-2026