The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Bursary Opens Applications for 2023

National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is offering Funding / Bursaries Programme for 2023 academic year. The NSFAS Application for 2023 will be opening on 28 September 2022 and close on 21st January 2023.

Requirements

• Candidates must be a South African citizen
• Candidates must have a valid Matric
• Candidates must have a valid ID document
• Candidates must have a proof of acceptance from the institute of higher learning where apply to
• Candidates must provide proof of income for either parents, guardians or proof of deceased where applicable
• Candidates must provide ID documentation for parents or guardians
• Candidates must be capable within the English language

Required Supporting Documents:

1. All applicants must provide a copy of ID. A temporary ID issued by the Department of Home Affairs will be accepted;
2. Non-SASSA applicants must provide ID copies of parent/s, legal guardian/guardian or spouse;
3. Smart ID cards: a copy with both sides of the smart ID must be provided;
4. Proof of income: applicant and/or parents/legal guardian/spouse (where applicable (non-
5. SASSA) should provide latest payslip not older 3 months, UIF letter, appointment letter, retrenchment letter (applicant and/or parent(s), legal guardian/spouse).
6. It must be noted that no affidavits will be accepted as proof for any funding requirement.

How to Apply

Step 1: Go to www.nsfas.org.za and click on the ‘myNSFAS’ tab
Step 2: Create a myNSFAS account
Step 3: Click on the ‘APPLY’ tab and complete the sections on the screen
Step 4: Upload required supporting documents where applicable
Step 5: Click on ‘Submit’