Who qualifies for NSFAS funding?

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

How to register for myNSFAS account

1. Navigate to www.nsfas.org.za login.
2. Click myNSFAS tab.
3. Click register.
4. Tick the box to allow NSFAS to verify your details.
5. Then capture the ID number as stated on your ID document.
6. Type in your full names and surname as per your ID number.
7. Type in your current email address.
8. Confirm your email address.
9. Type in your cellphone number.
10. Create a password.
11. Confirm password.
12. Upload ID Copy.
13. Click register.
14. You will be sent an OTP to the email and cell number provided (this OTP expires after 24 hours).
15. Type in the OTP and click Submit.
16. You have now completed your NSFAS account re-registration.

If you already have an account, you can sign in with your username and password, as well as your Facebook and Google accounts. Remember that, your phone number and email address must be unique to you and cannot be shared.

Documents needed for nsfas registration

On this valuable link, candidates can obtain supporting documentation for application for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).

NSFAS application instructions

Since instructions are important in every application, read the nsfas application instructions before submitting your application after you’ve learned how to apply.

Requirements for the NSFAS online application
Applicants can find the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) requirements here, which are critical during the application process and must be met in order for the NSFAS board to approve their application.