Requirement and Eligibility For NSFAS Application Process

NSFAS Minimum Entry Criteria And Eligibility Requirements. Worried about going through the NSFAS process? Well, there’s no need: The application process can be broken down into six simple steps. We’ve got information on timelines, eligibility criteria, and the required supporting documents below:

• The closing date for applications is November 30, 2024.
• Applications are open for Grade 9 to12 learners and out-of-school youth who wish to further their studies.
• Applicants can only create one profile for themselves.

NSFAS Application Eligibility

Applicants are only eligible for the NSFAS funding if;

• South African citizen
• Receive a SASSA grant
• Total household income is R350 000 or less per annum
• Applying to study at a TVET College or public university
• Already registered as a university student with a total household income of under R122 000 per annum
• Passed grade 9 and grade 10 to receive funding to study at TVET College
• Passed Matric to receive funding to study at University
• Registering for your first time at a public university for an undergraduate qualification or registered at a public TVET College for a National Certificate Vocational/ report 191 programme

Do NOT apply if you meet the following criteria:

• Foreign student (NOT a South African citizen)
• Total household income is over R350 000 per annum
• Completed a previous tertiary qualification
• Already applied and received funding

USEFUL LINKS 

• NSFAS Registration Process 
• NSFAS 2024: How to Apply Online And Get Approved
• Requirement and Eligibility For NSFAS Application Process
• NSFAS 2024 Application Supporting Documents