Who Is Eligible For 2024 NSFAS Funding?

NSFAS Announces 2025 Application Date

Who Is Eligible For 2024 NSFAS Funding?

As the 2024-2025 academic year is fast approaching in South Africa, it is important for every applicant to understand the criteria for qualifying an applicant for NSFAS 2024. We will provide a comprehensive guide to help you determine if you qualify for the 2024 NSFAS funding as the NSFAS online application is soon to be open. According to NSFAS management, the NSFAS online application will be open from 28^th September 2023 and will remain open until 31^st January 2024.

The 2024 NSFAS application portal will be accessible to every student enrolled in accredited and approved public universities, universities of technology, and TVET colleges in South Africa for the academic year 2024-2025. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before you apply for NSFAS Funding for 2024-2025.

Current Status of NSFAS 2024

The NSFAS application for the 2024-2025 academic year is not yet accessible to all students. Regardless, the NSFAS 2024 application form will be open to all qualified students on September 28, 2023. We anticipate that the NSFAS 2024 application portal will be closed on January 31, 2024. If you are a South African citizen, you are basically qualified.

Who Qualifies for NSFAS 2024 Funding

We have provided detailed NSFAS eligibility criteria that allow and qualify an applicant to apply for NSFAS 2024. financing.

Citizenship Status:

To qualify for the 2024 NSFAS funding, you must be a South African citizen or hold permanent residency status. Proper documentation should be provided to prove your citizenship or residency. No international applicants qualify to apply for NSFAS funding.

Income Status

Prospective Applicants with a combined household income of less than R350 000 per year are qualified to apply for NSFAS funding for the academic year 2024-2025
NSFAS primarily aims to assist students from low-income households. Therefore, financial need is a significant factor in determining qualification for funding. The scheme considers various factors such as household income, the number of dependents, and other financial aspects to assess applicants’ eligibility for funding.

Enrollment in Approved Institutions:

NSFAS funding is open for students enrolled in accredited and approved public universities, universities of technology, and TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) colleges in South Africa. Before applying for funding, it is necessary to ensure that your chosen institution is recognized by NSFAS.

Age Limitations:

NSFAS funding is typically available to first-time, full-time undergraduate students. While there is no strict age limit for undergraduate applicants, postgraduate students are not eligible for NSFAS funding.

Academic Requirements:

The academic requirements are taken into account for the 2024 NSFAS funding. Applicants must meet the academic criteria set by NSFAS. The specific requirements may vary based on the type of qualification or level of study. Generally, applicants are expected to meet minimum academic performance standards, which may include maintaining a certain grade average in previous academic years.

SASSA Grant Recipient

All SASSA grant recipients are eligible for funding. Your family members receiving a social grant and also contributing to your household income does not preclude a recipient to apply for NSFAS funding provided they meet the other criteria

Physically Challenged

A disabled individual whose combined household income does not exceed R600,000 per year and has been given admission to study in an approved Tvet College or university

Contact Details

Prospective applicants applying for the NSFAS must have a valid email address and a cell number for 2024. You cannot and do not qualify to apply for NSFAS 2024 if you do not have a personal cell phone device and a valid sim card.

NSFAS Application Documents 2024

Aside from accomplishing the aforementioned requirements for qualification, you must also have and meet the relevant documents. These documents must be submitted with your NSFAS application form for 2024.

Green bar-coded ID or smart ID card
Unabridged birth certificate
Latest academic transcript or exam results
Certified or official copy of recent payslip, letter of employment
Income received from SASSA grants
Official pension slip or bank statement
A Signed affidavit confirming employment
Death Certificate
Divorce decree
Any student with any form of physical challenge must complete the Annexure A Forms.

How to Apply For NSFAS 2024-2025

To apply for Nsfas 2024 online form, follow the steps below

Visit the NSFAS website www.nsfas.org.za to complete NSFAS 2024 application form
Select and click on the’myNSFAS’ tab.
Create a myNSFAS account. Go HERE if you don’t know how to create the account.
Choose the ‘APPLY’ tab.
Make any necessary changes to your personal information.
Complete the rest of the required fields on the screen.
Upload any supporting documents that are required as aforementioned.
Finally, you click the “submit” button.