Provisionally Funded NSFAS 2025-2026

student financial aid; Provisionally Funded NSFAS 2025-2026

The provisionally funded NSFAS National Student Financial Aid Scheme is a lifeline for many South African students seeking financial assistance to pursue higher education. This program aims to make tertiary education accessible to deserving students who face economic barriers.

we will delve into the details of provisionally funded NSFAS students, including the amount to expect, eligibility criteria, and some key considerations.

Previously Provisionally Funded NSFAS Student 

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) received a total of 1,936 330 applications for funding, each year. The program covers tuition fees, accommodation, meals, and learning materials, providing vital support to students during this waiting period.

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Eligibility Criteria for NSFAS 2025-2026

To be considered for provisionally funded NSFAS, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• South African citizens or permanent residents
• SASSA grant recipients
• Applicants whose combined gross household income is not more than R350 000 per year
• Persons with disabilities whose combined gross household income is not more than R600 000 per year.
• Must have an email account and cell phone number.

What To Should I Do If Provisionally Funded By NSFAS 2025

Congratulations to you for being granted NSFAS preliminary funding! This is because you meet the requirements for the scheme, this shows that your application for financial help is getting closer to approval. You must do the following to verify your funding:

• Make sure that the necessary document is validated as quickly as possible. Additionally, the applicant may submit identity documents and evidence of income.
• Send further information to NSFAS as soon as you can.
• Keep track of any changes by checking your financing status regularly.
• Maintain your eligibility for financing by adhering to your institution’s standards for academic advancement.

What NSFAS Bursary Will Pay 2025

UNIVERSITY

• Accommodation
• As per the actual costs charged by the university (costs for private accommodation must not exceed costs for university residence)
• Transport (up to 40 km from the institution) R7 500 per annum
• Living allowance R15, 000 per annum
• Book allowances R5200 per annum
• Incidental/personal care allowance of R2900 per annum for students in catered residences

TVET

• Accommodation in an urban area is R24,000 per annum
• Accommodation in a peri-urban area is R18,900 per annum
• Accommodation in a rural area is R15,750 per annum
• Transport (up to 40 km from the institution) R7,350 per annum
• Transport R7000 per annum
• Incidental/personal care allowance R2900 per annum

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NSFAS Contact

For all other queries regarding students:

• Tel No.: 08000 67327
• Email:info@nsfas.org.za
• Physical Address
• The Halyard, 4 Christiaan Barnard St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001

Provisionally funded NSFAS serves as a stepping stone for students eagerly awaiting financial assistance to pursue their higher education dreams. By understanding the eligibility criteria, application process, and key considerations, students can navigate this program effectively. visit NSFAS’s Official website here for more information. Hope the provided information is helpful, kindly leave a comment below in the comment section.

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