NSFAS Closing Date for 2026
This article contains the closing date [extended] for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) application – 2026 academic year. It also contains a link to the NSFAS application information and the application portal.
The management of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has opened the bursary application portal for aspirants that are interested in running a program at various South African institutions both at the diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate level. Specific dates and deadlines have been set for NSFAS bursary registration as well as the closure of the bursary portal. It is advisable to apply early because of the limited slots available as late registration will not be permitted.
According to Wikipedia, a bursary is a monetary award made by any educational institution or funding authority to individuals or groups. It is usually awarded to enable a student to attend school, university or college when they might not be able to, otherwise. Some awards are aimed at encouraging specific groups or individuals into study.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a South African government student financial aid scheme which provides financial aid to poor undergraduate students to help pay for the cost of their tertiary education after finishing high school. It is funded by the Department of Higher Education and Training. The program also manages bursaries such as the Funza Lushaka Teacher Bursary (for students pursuing a teaching qualification), DHET Disability Bursary and other bursaries from the Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs).
Therefore, it is expected for the applicants to meet the NSFAS Bursary requirements before proceeding with the application.
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NSFAS APPLICATION CLOSING DATE FOR 2026
Applicants are required to take note of the application deadline below:
- NSFAS Bursary Application for 2026 is scheduled to close on or before 31 January 2026.
- The NSFAS Bursary Application Portal is expected to shut down on the same date at 11:59 PM.
- To start your registration, see the NSFAS Bursary Application – Instructions & Guidelines
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