myNSFAS Profile Login: Funding and Status Check

The myNSFAS login portal is the single most important online tool for every student seeking or receiving financial aid from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). Whether you are applying for the first time, submitting documents, or performing a NSFAS status check, all important actions start with logging into your profile.

This guide provides a clear, step-by-step walkthrough on how to access your myNSFAS profile, reset your login details, and check your funding status.

Step-by-Step: How to Log In to Your myNSFAS Profile

The myNSFAS profile is your personal account used to manage all aspects of your NSFAS funding.

Follow these steps to access your account:

1. Go to the Official Website: Open your web browser and navigate to the official NSFAS website: www.nsfas.org.za.
2. Access the Portal: Click the “myNSFAS” button, usually located in the top right corner of the homepage, or go directly to the portal: https://my.nsfas.org.za/.
3. Enter Your Details: On the login screen, enter your registered ID Number or Email Address and your secure Password.
4. Complete the Login: Click the “Sign In” or “Login” button to access your personalized dashboard.

If you are using a public computer or a shared device, always ensure you log out completely once you have finished checking your profile for security reasons.

How to Create a myNSFAS Profile

If you have never applied for NSFAS before, you must first create a myNSFAS profile. This account is essential for your application, status checks, and all future correspondence.

Follow these steps to register your account:

1. Visit the Portal: Go to the official myNSFAS portal and click the “Create profile” or “Register” link.
2. Verify Consent: Read the terms and conditions. Tick the box to verify and validate the information you will provide.
3. Enter Personal Details: Input your South African ID Number, your Full Name and Surname as they appear on your ID, your active Email Address, and your Mobile Number.
4. Create a Password: Choose a secure password that you have not used before.
5. Submit and Verify: Click “Submit” and follow the prompts to verify your account using the One-Time Pin (OTP) sent to your email or cellphone.

Checking Your NSFAS Application Status

Once you are logged into your myNSFAS profile, you can easily track the progress of your funding application.

Follow these steps to check your status:

1. Log In: Access your myNSFAS account using your ID number or email and password.
2. Navigate to Tracking: Look for the “Track Funding Progress” or “Application Status” tab on your dashboard.
3. View Status: Click on the tab to see the current status message of your application.

Understanding the Status Messages

When you perform a NSFAS status check, your dashboard will display a status that indicates where your application is in the review process.

NSFAS Status Message	What It Means	Next Action for You
Application Submitted	NSFAS has received your application and supporting documents.	Wait for the next stage.
Application in Progress	NSFAS is reviewing your application, checking if you are a first-time applicant, and verifying your documents.	No action needed yet.
Verification	NSFAS is verifying details with the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) and SARS, including your household income.	Ensure your Consent Form is uploaded and signed.
Awaiting Academic Results	NSFAS is waiting for your Grade 12 results (for first-time students) or your latest academic results from your institution.	Ensure your Matric results are available on the Department of Education system.
Assessing Academic Eligibility	NSFAS is checking if your latest academic performance meets the funding criteria.	Wait for the assessment to conclude.
Provisionally Funded	Your application has passed the eligibility checks and funding is approved, subject to registration at a public university or TVET college.	Register at your chosen institution.
Registration Received	Your institution has confirmed your registration to NSFAS. Payments will now be processed.	Final funding is confirmed. Await allowance payments.
Unsuccessful/Rejected	Your application did not meet one or more of the NSFAS funding requirements.	You have about 30 days to submit an appeal with supporting evidence.

Forgot Your Login Details? How to Reset Your Password

It is common to forget your password, but losing access to your profile can cause you to miss critical updates. NSFAS allows you to quickly regain access to your myNSFAS account.

Follow these steps to reset your login details:

1. Go to the Portal: Visit the myNSFAS login page.
2. Start Reset Process: Click the “Forgot password” link below the login fields.
3. Identify Yourself: Enter your ID Number and choose whether to receive the One-Time Pin (OTP) via your registered Email Address or Cell Number.
4. Enter OTP: Input the OTP you received to verify your identity.
5. Create New Password: Choose a new, secure password and click “Submit.”

You can now log in to your myNSFAS profile using your new password.

Important NSFAS Contact Information

For any issues with your myNSFAS login, status, or application, you must use the official communication channels.

Type of Contact	Details	Best Use Case
Application Portal	https://my.nsfas.org.za/	Login, Document Upload, Status Check
Toll-Free Call Center	0800 067 327	General queries, application problems, payment delays
Email Address	[email protected]	Formal queries, appeals, detailed issues
WhatsApp	+27 78 519 8006	Quick status checks and simple inquiries
Physical Address	The Halyard, 4 Christiaan Barnard St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001	Head office correspondence

Applications for 2026: Key Dates and Requirements

NSFAS funding is available for eligible South African citizens or permanent residents studying at public universities and TVET colleges.

2026 Application Dates

• Applications Open: September 17, 2025
• Applications Close: November 15, 2025

Key Eligibility Criteria

• You must be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
• Your combined gross household income must not exceed R350,000 per year (R600,000 for a person with a disability).
• You must be planning to register or already be registered for an approved qualification at a public TVET college or university.

The myNSFAS portal is the only official platform you should use to manage your funding journey. Keep your login details secure and check your profile regularly for critical updates on your application status.