Required Documents When Applying

NSFAS requires personal information from agencies relating to the employment status and level of income of the parents or guardians/spouse of the applicant.

1. NSFAS Declaration Form is completed by the Principal of the School or the Social Worker. (Non-SASSA only).

2. The Orphan and Vulnerable Child Declaration Form (for applicants under 18 years) is completed by the Social Worker. (Non-SASSA only).

3. The NSFAS Consent form is completed by applicant and/or parent/s, guardian or spouse. SASSA recipients do not require this form. (Non-SASSA only).

3. If an applicant has indicated that they have a Legal guardian, they must provide proof of guardianship issued by the Court.

4. Guardianship (not court appointed) applicant to provide NSFAS declaration form.

5. Disability Annexure Form: The form must be filled out by a certified, duly registered medical doctor or another suitably qualified professional (such as an optometrist, physiotherapist, or head of the disability unit), who may confirm the student's status as disabled and specify the kind of support the student needs as well as how the student would benefit from the suggested support.

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Rules and Guidelines

Legislations > TVET College 2020 Bursary Rules and Guidelines > TVET Admissions Policy > Continuing Education and Training Act, No 16 of 2006 (as amended) > National Norms and Standards for Funding of FET (TVET) Colleges > Report of the Ministerial Committee on the Review of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme > Amended Rules and Guidelines for the Administration and Management of the Department of Higher Education and Training > Continuing Education and Training Act 16 of 2006 > DHET Attendance and Punctuality Policy - Public TVET Colleges (Nov 2013) > Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College Academic Calendar for 2019 > TVET College 2020 Bursary Rules and Guidelines

Apply For Accommodation

How to Apply and Reserve Student Accommodation for NSFAS beneficiaries Follow these steps to secure accommodation as an NSFAS beneficiary , provisional funded applicant , whom registered at a University or TVET college for the 2026 academic year . CLICK HERE TO SECURE YOUR ACCOMMODATION NOW

NSFAS Status Mean?

Your NSFAS status changes as they check your application. Here’s what each one means in the easiest words: Application Submitted – They got your application. Filtering – They’re doing quick basic checks. Validation – They’re confirming your details with government systems. Evaluation – They’re checking your documents and income. Funding Eligibility – You passed the money check; now they’ll check academics. Awaiting Academic Results / Admission – NSFAS is waiting for your school to confirm your results or acceptance. Awaiting Registration – Your school must send your registration details. Approved – You’re funded. Allowances will follow. Rejected – You were not approved, but you can still appeal. Appeal in Progress – They’re reviewing your appeal documents.

NSFAS Guide

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