Categories: University Admissions 2023

NSFAS Application Student Portal Open For 2026

We are glad to announce that the NSFAS Application Student Portal for the 2026 application season is now officially open to the public. This portal is intended to collect information from students requesting financial aid to complete their postsecondary studies. If you cannot afford an undergraduate degree, apply online through the NSFAS student portal.

NSFAS Application Date For 2026

The NSFAS Application Student Portal is now open for 2026. This portal will be active from September 1 to November 21, 2025, to accept and process new applications from students at various universities and TVET colleges seeking funding. Visit the student application portal if you meet all the eligibility criteria to complete the application and submit all supporting documents before the deadline.

Applicants are advised to carefully review the eligibility requirements and application instructions before completing the online application form

What prerequisites must one meet to apply for NSFAS 2026?

Before you apply, ensure you satisfy the criteria below:

Must be a citizen or lawful permanent resident of South Africa
The annual gross household income should not be more than R350,000.
The annual gross household income of individuals with impairments should not surpass R600,000.
SASSA beneficiaries are immediately eligible financially.
Email and cell phone numbers are essential.

Document Required

You are required to upload a copy of each of the following documents during the online application process. If any document is not ready yet, you can still submit it later as long as the portal is still active

Certified copy of ID (Identity card or Passport)
Certified copy of academic results
Proof of residence
Certified copy of Next-of-Kin ID
Guardian’s ID
A valid Email Address
A valid cell phone number
Guardian/Parents full name and Surname
Guardian’s cell phone number, email address, and home address
Postal code and city of the applicant and parents/Guardian.
A smart card with both sides is required.
Proof of income (where applicable).
Persons living with disability (Disability Annexure A form).
Vulnerable Child Declaration form by a social worker.
Non-SASSA Declaration for applicants with no family details or abridged birth certificate.

Where and how can funding from NSFAS be applied for?

Just complete these steps to apply:

Open your computer’s or smartphone’s browser.
Type www.nsfas.org.za into the search box to access the NSFAS website.
Select the “myNSFAS” link located in the upper right menu of the NSFAS homepage.
Create a myNSFAS account. If you have one, log in to myNSFAS portal
After that, Click on the ‘APPLY’ page to begin the application process
Provide the needed information on the online application form.
When relevant, upload all necessary supporting documentation.
Fill out the online forms and send in your application to be reviewed.

Benefits of 2026 NSFAS Funding Support:

By securing 2026 NSFAS funding, you gain access to numerous benefits, including

Full coverage of tuition fees,
Accommodation
Transportation
Food
Study materials
Living allowance.

This financial aid will lift the financial burden off your shoulders, allowing you to focus on your studies and achieve academic excellence.

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How to Track NSFAS Application Status 2026

You can track and check the application status of the 2026 NSFAS by following the steps below

Visit the official NSFAS website at www.nsfas.org.za
Log in to your MyNSFAS account.
Under the menu, select the ‘My Application tab.
Your NSFAS application status should be displayed.
If it says ‘Funded’, you have been successful and NSFAS has approved your application. You can proceed with registering for your studies.

NSFAS Contact Details:

Telephone: 0800 0207 060
Email: info@nsfas.org.za
Postal Address: Private Bag X31, Hatfield, 0028. The address to the office is 44 Lady Grey Street, Pretoria.
Website: www.nsfas.org.za

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