www.nsfas.org.za apply 2026

What Documents Do I Need To Apply For NSFAS Bursary 2026

www.nsfas.org.za apply 2026

NSFAS Management has announced that qualified applicants can now apply for financial support (loan and bursary) for the 2026 academic year. This application window is open for a limited time, so applicants are encouraged to submit their applications promptly to avoid missing out on potential funding.

To support applicants, comprehensive assistance is provided, covering the entire NSFAS application process, application dates, required documents, and other relevant admission topics.

NSFAS Application Open and Closing Dates for 2026

The NSFAS application for the 2026 academic year officially opened on September 1, 2025. Prospective students are encouraged to apply as early as possible to ensure their applications are considered.

The deadline for all NSFAS submissions is January 31, 2026. Applications submitted after this date will be rejected. However, students who withdraw their applications may resubmit, provided it is done before the closing date

Who is eligible for funding?

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

Can you apply if you do not have a phone number?

You will need the following documents to apply for NSFAS funding.

Smart Devices that work, such as tablets, smartphones, and computers
A working cellphone number
The email address that is active

How can I apply for NSFAS funding online?

step 1: Login Information

Get access to the internet
Enter www.nsfas.org.za and locate the myNSFAS button
Click on this tab to open the application page for you to begin

Step 2: myNSFAS Account

Applicants are to create an account in order to access the myNSFAS portal. Click Here to Create your Account

Step 3: Apply Now

Complete the sections on the screen by clicking on the Apply Tab

Step 4: Required Documents and submit an application

Upload required supporting documents where applicable and click on ‘Submit.’
- Copy of your ID or birth certificate
- ID copies of parents, guardians or spouse of an Applicant
- An Applicant must provide proof of income or 1 year’s IRP5 (if applicable)
- Applicant’s parents, guardian or spouse’s proof of income
- If an applicant is a SASSA grant recipient, no proof of income will be required
- An applicant with a disability must submit a completed and signed Disability Annexure A Form, the form is accessible online.
- An applicant who is recognized as a Vulnerable Child by the Department of Social Development must provide a completed and signed Vulnerable Child Declaration and Consent Form.

Contact Nsfas using the Nsfas social media details below.