How Much Are Nsfas Registration Fees In 2026/2027

How Much Are Nsfas Registration Fees In 2026/2027

Understanding NSFAS Registration Fee for the 2026/2027 Academic Year:2026/2027

The amount of registration fees covered by NSFAS varies depending on the institution and the specific program in which a student is enrolled. NSFAS covers the full registration fee required by the institution, ensuring that eligible students can begin their studies without facing financial barriers.

It is very important to note that the registration fee is just one part of the comprehensive financial support provided by NSFAS. In addition to covering registration fees, NSFAS bursaries also cover accommodation, living allowance, transport, books and other necessary expenses related to a student’s studies.

NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme) is a South African government initiative aimed at providing financial assistance to students from disadvantaged backgrounds who wish to pursue higher education. As the 2026/2027 academic year approaches, many prospective students are curious about the amount of registration fees that NSFAS will cover.

This article will provide an overview of the general information related to NSFAS registration fees and how to find the most accurate and up-to-date information for the 2026/2027 academic year.

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Who Qualifies for NSFAS Registration In 2026/2027

The following are the people who are qualified to receive a registration fee from NSFAS in the year 2026/2027:

• All South African citizens
• All SASSA grant recipients qualify for funding
• Applicants whose combined household income is not more than R350 000 per annum
• A person with disability: Combined household income must not be more than R600 000 per annum
• Students who started studying before 2018 and whose household income is not more than R122 000 per annum.

How Much Is Nsfas Registration Fees In 2026/2027

Depending on the institution, a student finds him/herself.  The amounts indicated for accommodation, living allowance, transport and learning materials need to be aligned with the approved latest DHET guidelines.

AMOUNT GIVEN TO UNIVERSITY STUDENTS BY NSFAS

• 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

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AMOUNT GIVEN TO TVET COLLEGE STUDENTS BY NSFAS

• 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

Contact Details Of NSFAS

• Telephone: 08000 67327 (toll-free)
• Email: info@nsfas.org.za
• Website: www.nsfas.org.za

Hope the information given above has been useful to you. If you have any suggestions, kindly leave them in the comment section provided below the post. You can also visit the official website of Nsfas for more details.

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