Steps on How to create myNSFAS Account Via www.nsfas.org.za Apply NSFAS 2022
NSFAS 2022 is a public entity under the Department of Higher Education and Training. NSFAS provides financial help through study bursaries to deserving students at TVET colleges and public universities. The funding covers the cost of registration, tuition as well as allowances for learning material, food, personal care, transport or accommodation
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) was established in terms of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (Act 56 of 1999).
The mission statement is made up of three distinct elements, which describe why NSFAS exists and the impact on the constituency:
- NSFAS exists to provide financial aid to eligible students at TVET colleges and public universities;
- NSFAS identifies eligible students, provides bursaries and collects past student loan repayments to replenish the funds available for future generations of students; and,
- NSFAS supports access to, and success in, higher education and training for students from poor and working class families who would otherwise not be able to afford to study.
Steps on How to create myNSFAS Account Via www.nsfas.org.za Apply NSFAS 2022
NSFAS 22, How to create myNSFAS 2022 Account
You must have your own:
- Valid email address and cellphone number
- Your South African ID number
1. Go to www.nsfas.org.za, click myNSFAS and click on ‘REGISTER’ Provide NSFAS with consent to verify your details with third party agencies
by clicking on the tick box. Check the accuracy of all details and update your details where necessary.
2. Create your myNSFAS 2022 account Once you have completed all the required fields, click on ‘submit’. To complete the registration of the account, you will receive a One Time Pin on the cellphone number and email address you provided.
3. Enter the One Time Pin and click on ‘submit’. You will receive a confirmation message to confirm that your profile has been created. You can now log in. Students are encouraged to keep their usernames and passwords safe and
never share them with anyone.
Complete your application
1. Click on the ‘Apply’ tab. ID number, name(s), surname, cell number and email address will be pre-populated. This information is taken from your profile registration. You will then fill in the rest of the required fields.
2. Upload the relevant supporting documents. Agree to the terms and conditions by ticking the box and click ‘submit’.
Once your application is submitted, an Application Reference Number is sent to
your email and cellphone.
3. Once you have submitted your application, you can track your application status by logging into your myNSFAS account!
Scenario: Applicant can create a myNSFAS account but DHA is down.
First SMS: Your myNSFAS account has been created. We are unable verify your details right now. You will receive a SMS once verified. You may then apply for funding. NSFAS
Follow- up SMS depending on the verification results:
- Account creation complete SMS– Your myNSFAS account has been verified. Click
https://my.nsfas.org.za/Application/completeRegistration.jsphttps://bit.ly/3hE6fpC to complete account registration & apply for funding, if you have not applied yet. NSFAS or - Account creation mismatch SMS – The ID number provided does not match your
names/surname. Please register a new myNSFAS account www.nsfas.org.za. NSFAS or - ID number deceased SMS: ID number provided is recorded as deceased by Department of Home Affairs. Contact the department to rectify & then apply for NSFAS before 30 November. NSFAS
Types of messages to students if validation with the Department of Home Affairs is not completed
- Submitted unverified application:
- Scenario: Applicant has submitted an application but DHA is down
First SMS: Dear applicant, we have received your application. You will receive a notification once your details are verified. Your ref number is OAXXXXXXX. NSFAS Follow- up SMS depending on the verification results:
- Verification completed successfully SMS: Dear applicant, your details have been verified. You may now track your application progress through your myNSFAS account www.nsfas.org.za. NSFAS or
- Application mismatch SMS: The ID number, names & or surname do not match on your application. Log into your myNSFAS account to update your personal details www.nsfas.org.za. NSFAS or
- ID number deceased SMS: ID number on your NSFAS application is recorded as
deceased by Department of Home Affairs. Contact the department to rectify & then
submit a NSFAS appeal. NSFAS
What if the student has forgotten their old username, password and cellphone number?
How do they reset their profile?
Follow the below steps to reset your myNSFAS login details:
STEP 1 – Go to : www.nsfas.org.za , click on ‘myNSFAS’ and then select ‘forgot password.
STEP 2 – Type in your ID number and choose what you require help with: password or
username or both, then click ‘submit’.
STEP 3 – The username and the link to change your password will be sent via SMS and email.
STEP 4 – Open the link to be redirected to the reset password page.
STEP 5 – Reset your password by following the prompts on your screen.