Applications for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) are now being accepted for the 2025/2026 academic year.
On November 21, 2025, financial aid applications will officially open and close on January 31, 2025, for all learners who wish to enroll in the post-school system and students who do not have financial assistance to continue their studies in the 2025 academic year.
NSFAS Applications are officially open for 2025
One of the reasons for opening applications in November, according to the statement issued on Monday, is so that NSFAS can afford the beneficiary shorter turn-around times for decision-making, which is aligned to the financial eligibility assessment, which requires to be updated South African Revenue Service (SARS) information.
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NSFAS urged students to provide accurate information, parental information in particular, when applying so that when validations occur with Home Affairs, students can be easily funded and not be subjected to appeal processes to prove parental relationship.
Applicants can apply directly on the NSFAS website at www.nsfas.org.za
The NSFAS explained that all rejected applicants will be able to appeal, and it is important that students submit the appropriate supporting documents.
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Students will also be able to track their application statuses and funding via whatsapp on 078 519 8006 and USSD at *120*67327#.
