How To Reapply For NSFAS

Numerous government agencies specifically focus on helping and supporting individuals, which include the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). In this article, we will discuss how to reapply for the student financial aid made available by the South African government.

National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a government agency that offers financial support to students looking for funds to support their education. Also, NSFAS is a bursary-like scheme that assists poor and working-class students in covering the expenses of their tertiary education.

The Need To Re-register For NSFAS

Currently, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) requires students to re-register for the upcoming academic year. The re-registration process is needed based on security. 

Previously, the students benefiting from NSFAS were facing fraud and scams, and as such, the government agency has sought to tighten its security grip through re-registration. Below are the the need to re-register for NSFAS.

• If you usually use your Facebook or Google account to sign into your NSFAS account, you need to re-register.
• If you are studying in any NSFAS TVET Colleges, you must re-register for the government fund.
• If you are asked to re-register on the login platform, there may be missing or incorrect information about you. At this point, you need to re-apply for NSFAS.

 

How To Reapply For NSFAS

Any beneficiary of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) must re-apply for the aid scheme. The procedure to reapply is as follows;

• Visit the NSFAS student portal, which is www.nsfas.org.za 
• Click on the “myNSFAS” tab and press the “register” option.
• Tick the box to proceed further and input your ID number.
• After that, please enter your full name as it appears on your identity document.
• Input your email address and then confirm.
• Enter your phone number. Please ensure the number provided is correct so you can stay updated with information from NSFAS.
• Create a unique password and confirm it.
• Upload a copy of your identity document and click on the “register” option.
• Once you click “Register,” an OTP will be sent to your email and phone number.
• Lastly, enter the OTP and click on “Submit”. Your registration will be complete at this point.

 

Eligibility Criteria For Re-registration

The eligibility criteria for re-registration of NSFAS is the same as the regular registration. Below are the necessary things that an individual must meet. You can register if;

• You were a South African.
• You intend to study at any NSFAS TVET College or University.
• Your entire household income is R350,000 or less.
• You live with a disability, and your complete household income is R600,000 or less.

 

FAQs

How Do I Reset My NSFAS Profile?

Resetting your NSFAS profile is easy if you visit www.nsfas.org.za. Once available on the platform, click on the myNSFAS portal and select “Forgot Password.”

Then, enter your ID number and select what you need help doing, be it password or username, and click “Submit.”

 

What Should I Do If My NSFAS Registration Is Unsuccessful?

Once you have noticed that your NSFAS registration is unsuccessful, you can appeal. After the appeal is approved, you can re-register for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).