“Requirements for NSFAS 2024-2025 Application:

Who is eligible for NSFAS Funding?

• South African citizenship is a prerequisite.
• SASSA grant recipients automatically qualify for funding.
• Applicants with a combined household income not exceeding R350,000 per annum meet the criteria.
• Individuals with disabilities can apply if their combined household income is below R600,000 per annum.
• Students who commenced their studies before 2018 are eligible if their household income is under R122,000 per annum.

Mandatory Supporting Documents for NSFAS Account Registration:

To complete your online NSFAS Bursary Application for 2024-2025, ensure you have the following:

• Your personal phone number and email address.
• A copy of your ID or birth certificate.
• Copies of identification cards for parents, guardians, or spouse.
• One year’s worth of IRP5 or proof of income, if applicable.
• Proof of income from parents, guardians, or spouse.
• SASSA grant recipients do not need to provide proof of income.
• Disabled applicants should submit a completed and signed Disability Annexure.
• Applicants identified as Vulnerable Children by the Department of Social Development must also submit a completed and signed Vulnerable Child Declaration and Consent Form.

How to Apply for NSFAS Online:

• Visit the NSFAS Application website: www.nsfas.org.za.
• Click on the ‘myNSFAS’ tab.
• Create a myNSFAS account (instructions available on the website).
• Click on the ‘APPLY’ tab.
• Update your personal information.
• Respond to the on-screen questions.
• Upload all required supporting documents.
• Finally, click on ‘submit.’