2023 NSFAS APPLICATION PROCESS
October 2022
WhoQualifies Only South African citizens and permanent residents are eligible for this bursary scheme All applicants must provide Copy of his/her ID / birth certificates1 Copy of Parent(s)/Guardian/Spouse ID2 Have own email address and cellphone number4 Proof of income (where applicable)3 COMBINED GROSS HOUSEHOLD INCOME Applicants whose combined gross household income does not exceed R350 000 per year A person living with disabilities whose combined gross household income does not exceed R600 000 per year SASSA grant recipients automatically qualifies on financial eligibility Students that have obtained an undergraduate qualification can not apply. Smart Card: both sides of card required No affidavits or driver’s license will be accepted
QuickSteps
1.Students should create an account by entering the necessary information.
2.The student will be sent an OTP to validate their profile.
3.The student will be directed to the "Apply" button.
4.To complete the application, the student must complete all required information and upload all required documents
5.The student will receive a reference number to confirm the submission of his or her application.
6.On the dashboard, the student will be able to track and trace the application.
NEW! NEW! NEW! Username = Student ID number OTP to activate account OTP valid for 1 hour
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account has been activated, the student can apply for funding.
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➢ Students who have indicated an interest in attending university will be able to select a laptop.
➢ The cost of the laptop will be deducted from the learning material allowance.
The student uploads the necessary documents as directed by the platform.
➢ Once T&Cs accepted, the application reference number is sent to the student via cellphone and email.
➢ The dashboard will allow students to track and trace the application.
➢ The student accepts the fund's terms and conditions.
