Nsfas Application Forms : Applications will remain open between 01 August and 30 November . … To download a printable version of application form CLICK HERE
Please read every section of the form, and fully complete all required sections. Application forms without ALL supporting documents will not be processed by NSFAS. NSFAS requires that you provide a cell phone number or an email address so that NSFAS can communicate with you during the application process, and to inform you of the outcome of your application. If your application is successful, we need the cell phone number provided in case you qualify for allowances. If you are a student with a disability, you must complete an additional form, available on the NSFAS website, and will be required to provide a medical certificate in support of your disability condition. Please contact NSFAS on 0860 067 327 for more information, or the applicant can go to the nearest university/TVET college financial aid office for assistance.
Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible to avoid last-minute delays and system congestion close to the closing date. Before starting the NSFAS application, ensure that all required supporting documents are certified, clear, and correctly uploaded. These may include a certified copy of your ID, proof of income for parents or guardians, and proof of registration or acceptance at a public university or TVET college. Incomplete or incorrect information may result in delays or rejection of your application.
Once your application has been submitted, you can track its progress online through the NSFAS student portal using your login details. NSFAS will communicate important updates via SMS or email, so regularly check your messages and ensure your contact details remain active and accurate. Successful applicants will be notified once funding decisions are finalized, and funding will be allocated in accordance with NSFAS rules and guidelines for the academic year.