Take note of the below important documents needed to complete the application:

All applicants must provide a copy of ID. A temporary ID issued by the Department of Home Affairs will be accepted.

Non-SASSA applicants must provide ID copies of parent/s, legal guardian/guardian or spouse.

Smart ID cards: a copy with both sides of the smart ID must be provided.

Proof of income: applicant and/or parents/legal guardian/spouse (where applicable (non-SASSA) should provide latest payslip not older 3 months, UIF letter, appointment letter, retrenchment letter (applicant and/or parent(s), legal guardian/spouse).

Person with disabilities: to complete Disability Annexure A form.

Once your funding application becomes successful, NSFAS will cover your costs for:

Accommodation

Transport

Living allowance

Book allowance

Incidental/personal care allowance

  If you are studying at the University of South Africa (UNISA) you will receive funding for:

Tuition

Books (subject to the number of modules registered)

Personal care allowance

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If you are unable to complete the application by yourself, you can visit a National Youth Development Agency Centre, a Thusong Centre or one of our application partner’s centre near you, where a NSFAS representative will help you apply.

Applications for funding will close on 07 January, 2022.