NSFAS Monthly Allowance 2026/2027

NSFAS Monthly Allowance 2026/2027

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) plays a vital role in helping South African students from low-income households to access and complete their higher education. One of the key forms of support it provides is the monthly allowance, which helps cover essential living and study expenses throughout the academic year. As the 2026/2027 academic period draws near, many students are eager to know how much they will receive, how payments will be made, and what the allowance covers.

The NSFAS monthly allowance is designed to make student life more manageable by assisting with costs such as accommodation, meals, transport, and learning materials. This financial support helps students focus on their studies without the constant worry of daily living expenses. The exact allowance amount is based on the type of institution attended and the student’s specific circumstances, with NSFAS ensuring fair and consistent allocation in line with government funding policies.

The monthly allowance will continue to be an essential part of NSFAS funding, supporting thousands of university and TVET college students across the country. Staying informed about payment dates, amounts, and any changes to the allowance structure can help students plan and budget more effectively. With proper management, this financial support can go a long way in ensuring that beneficiaries not only start their studies but are able to complete them. NSFAS remains committed to making education accessible and easing the financial burden for students in need.

Learn more: How Much Is NSFAS Allowance For 2026 Per Month?

Nsfas Monthly Allowance for 2026-2027

Many people (often students) often ask how much money they should expect in allowances. Based on information from the NSFAS website, the estimated allowance amounts listed below vary based on the university you attend:

UNIVERSITY

• Accommodation
as per the actual costs charged by the university (costs for private
  accommodation must not exceed the costs for university residence)
• Transport (up to 40 km from the institution) R7 500 per annum
• Living allowance R15, 000 per annum
• Book allowances R5200 per annum
  Incidental/personal care allowance of R2900 per annum for students in catered residences

TVET

• Accommodation in an urban area is R24,000 per annum
• Accommodation in a peri-urban area is R18,900 per annum
• Accommodation in a rural area is R15,750 per annum
• Transport (up to 40 km from the institution) R7,350 per annum
• Transport R7000 per annum
• Incidental/personal care allowance R2900 per annum

Who Qualifies for the Monthly Allowance?

• All South African citizens
• All SASSA grant recipients qualify for funding
• Applicants whose combined household income is not more than R350 000 per annum
• Person with disability: Combined household income must not be more than R600 000 per annum
• Students who started studying before 2018, whose household income is not more than R122 000 per annum.

How to View and Handle Your Monthly NSFAS Allowance

Make sure you take the following actions to get your NSFAS monthly allowance:

Request money from NSFAS:

• Using the NSFAS Self-Service portal, submit your application while including all required financial, academic, and personal data.

Register at your institution:

• After being accepted to a university or technical and vocational college, make sure you finish the registration procedure to validate your enrollment.

Modify your banking information:

• Since the monthly allowance is normally deposited straight into the bank account you designate, please make sure you are providing proper banking information via the NSFAS Self-Service portal.

Learn more: Documents To Apply For NSFAS 2026-2027

Be mindful of your NSFAS account:

• Maintain regular access to your NSFAS Self-Service portal account to monitor the progress of your application, make changes to your data, and look for alerts about your limit each month.

Nsfas Contact Details

Postal Private Bag X1, Plumstead, 7801
Physical- 2nd Floor, House Vincent, 10 Brodie Road, Wynberg, Cape Town, 7700
Tel- 021 763 3200 / 08000 67327
Web- www.nsfas.org.za

Hope the information published above has been useful to you. You can always visit the official website of NSFAS for further information and clarification.

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