NSFAS What You Need To Apply

How does NSFAS pay students; NSFAS What You Need To Apply

Applications for the 2024 National Student Financial Aid Scheme are currently being accepted. If you are applying, you ought to be aware of the precise paperwork you will be required to submit. In order to process your application, NSFAS might need to see further documents from you. Make sure you include all necessary information when submitting these files. Students enrolled in public universities or TVET colleges from working-class and low-income backgrounds are eligible to apply for assistance through Nsfas. You will also receive stipends for accommodation, travel and other necessities. 

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NSFAS Application End Date 2024

• January 31, 2024

Applications are being accepted by the NSFAS for the year 2024. Kindly submit a grant proposal by January 31, 2024, for NSFAS. January 31, 2024, is the new deadline for applications for 2024. You must ensure that your application is submitted on time since applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

What Supporting Documents Are Required When I Apply For NSFAS

All applicants are required to submit:

• Certified copy of your Identity Document.
• Certified copy of a SASSA letter
• Certified copy of the ID document of each household member including parents or legal guardian.
• Certified copy of your latest academic transcript or exam results
• If either of your parents is deceased, please provide a certified copy of the death certificate.
• If your parents are divorced, please provide a certified copy of the divorce decree.
• Certified copy of your ID, not older than 3 months A signed and completed consent form.
• If you are dependent on your parents/guardian/spouse, please provide Certified ID copies of parent/s, guardian, spouse not older than 3 months and Proof of income of parent, guardian or spouse (payslip or appointment letter If you are self-sufficient (no parent/guardian support) please provide: Proof of income (payslip or appointment letter).
• If you have a disability, please provide a completed and signed Annexure A (if your information is not pre-populated on the portal). If you are an orphan, please provide the completed and signed Declaration Form, Other documents required, if applicable: Retrenchment letter / UIF documentation; Death certificate/s; Divorce decree.

Who Can Apply for NSFAS 2024–2025?

To qualify for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme, you must meet the following criteria:

• All recipients of SASSA grants
• Email and cell phone numbers are essential.
• possess a valid ID and be a citizen of South Africa.
• Be a first-time entering university or TVET college student
• Household income must not exceed R350,000 per annum
• Must meet the academic requirements for admission to a university or TVET college
• The annual household income of individuals with impairments should not surpass R600,000.

Please note that this information is subject to change at any time, so it is advisable to get in touch with NSFAS directly to find out the most up-to-date information on their qualifying requirements. On NSFAs.org.za: Download the PDF application form for 2024.

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Contact Details Of Nsfas

NSFAS Contact Center:

• Phone: 08000 67327 (toll-free)
• Operating hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5 PM (South African Standard Time)

Nsfas Email:

• General inquiries: info@nsfas.org.za
• Application inquiries: apply@nsfas.org.za

Nsfas Postal Address:

• Private Bag X1
• Plumstead
• 7801
• South Africa

Physical Address:

• 10 Brodie Road
• House Vincent, 2nd Floor
• Wynberg
• Cape Town
• 7700
• South Africa

visit NSFAS Official website and read more