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  • 2026/2027 Western TVET College Online Application Form

    2026/2027 Western TVET College Online Application Form

    2026/2027 Western TVET College Online Application Form is available for download. Click on the link below for the latest pdf version of the application form for automatic download.

    Contact us below for 2026/2027 Western TVET College Online Application Form

    Westcol Technical and Vocational and Educational Training College is a one-stop college for securing your future. We offer 1, 2 and 3-year diplomas and training in many specialised fields.
    Start your future today – explore our options

    History of Westcol

    FET Act 16 of 2000 declare Western College as a Further Education and Training Institution.

    • Carletonville College and Randfontein College merge into Westcol.
    • 2007 Krugersdorp and Krugersdorp West was acquired.
    • 2008 Amandelbult Campus
    • 2009 Thuba Makote Campus( Magaliesburg)
    • 2015 Westonaria Campus

    Click here for our contact form

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    CORPORATE OFFICE PARK
    Street address: 42 Johnstone Street, RANDFONTEIN
    Postal address: P/Bag X17, RANDFONTEIN 1760
    Tel: 011 692 4004/82
    Fax: 011 692 3404
    Email: info@westcol.co.za
    GPS: -26.170438,27.709113
    CARLETONVILLE CAMPUS
    Street address: 20 South Street, CARLETONVILLE
    Tel: 018 787 4102
    Fax: 018 788 5115
    GPS: -26.349876,27.395565
    KRUGERSDORP CAMPUS
    Street address: 32 Von Brandis Street, KRUGERSDORP
    Tel: 011 953 1140
    Fax: 011 665 2724
    GPS: -26.105324,27.772834
    KRUGERSDORP-WEST CAMPUS
    Street address: 69 Flemming Avenue, KRUGERSDORP-WEST
    Tel: 011 660 1709
    Fax: 011 660 8068
    GPS: -26.091052,27.747838
    RANDFONTEIN CAMPUS
    Street address: 9 Kiewiet Street, Helikonpark, RANDFONTEIN
    Tel: 011 693 3608
    Fax: 011 412 3047
    GPS: -26.1865028,27.6775167
    THUBA MAKOTE (MAGALIESBURG CAMPUS)
    Street address: Stand 2, Dr Schoeman Street, Ga Mohale, MAGALIESBURG
    Tel: 014 577 2671
    Fax: 014 577 2660
    GPS: -25.992246,27.532189
    WESTONARIA CAMPUS
    Street address: 109 Botha Street, WESTONARIA
    Tel: 011 754 1089
    Fax: 011 754 1096
    GPS: -26.325158,27.643066

     

  • 2026-2027 University of the Witwatersrand Online Application Form

    2026 University of the Witwatersrand Online Application Form

    Apply online for admission to Undergraduate studies (order of choice does not matter).

    Certain programmes have additional selection procedures, e.g. portfolios, essays, auditions, NBT.
    Please click on Additional Forms below.

    Your application

    • You may apply for three programmes (degrees). The order of choice makes no difference at Wits – each application is considered individually.
    • If you apply for two programmes in Health Sciences, you are advised to apply for one programme in a less restricted faculty (e.g. Humanities, Commerce and Law, or Science). We strongly advise you to apply for more than one programme –  keep your options open!
    • If you apply for Engineering you are advised to add at least a third programme of choice from another faculty.
    • A non-refundable application fee of R100 for South African citizens, or R700 for international applicants, is required.

    Documentation / Checklist

    If you have not yet matriculated

    • The final Grade 11 report must be signed and stamped by your school principal
    • International applicants should submit a certified copy of a recent school report

    If you have already matriculated (even if you are rewriting some subjects in 2026) but have not attended any university

    • Attach a certified copy of your matric certificate/foreign school leaving certificate/s
    • Inform the University of the subjects you are rewriting

    If you have already attended a university/tertiary institution other than Wits, submit your school leaving results and a certified copy of your academic record and certificate of good conduct

    • Ask that institution to send your full academic record and a certificate of good conduct to the Student Enrolment Centre (SEnC)
    • Send a copy of your published results for the current year which should be stamped by the institution’s Registrar and signed by the Faculty Officer

    A statement of credits/credit certificate is not acceptable.

    If you attended a foreign university and wish to apply for exemptions for certain courses

    • You must submit, in English, the syllabuses / course outlines, certified by that university.

    Submit your application

    Submit your application, required documentation and application fee before the closing date.

    Go to the self-service portal – https://self-service.wits.ac.za

    Payment Method

    1. Deposit exact amount into the University’s Application Fee account:
      Standard Bank, Current Account Number: 200 346 385,
      Branch code: Braamfontein 004 805. CI Number 074A,
      Account name: Wits University – Application Fees.
      Please attach copy of M65.
    2. International payment swift code: SBZAZAJJ
    3. Pay by cash or credit card at the Fees Office, Ground Floor, Senate House, University of the Witwatersrand.
    4. Please use payment reference number indicated on your application, for example P1300000, L1300000, D1300000.

    Need help?

    For general enquiries call the Student Call Centre on 011 717 1888.

    Get help with:

    • Application information for faculty admission, residence and financial assistance and bursaries
    • Curriculum planning
    • Career advice

    What happens next

    You will be sent acknowledgement of receipt of your application via email.  All correspondence is also available on https://self-service.wits.ac.za, where you can check the status of your application.

    The acknowledgement letter contains details of your reference person for you to contact for enquiries, and your person/student number. Quote this number every time you contact Wits.

    Each choice of programme is treated as a separate application. A letter will be sent to you once a decision is made on any one of your choices. The letter gives you further instructions (e.g. pay a deposit to secure the offer of a place, or attend an interview, or write a selection test).

    Current Matriculants: Wits will get your matric results directly from the relevant Department of Education, unless you are:

    1. a very late applicant
    2. writing matric as a private candidate or by correspondence
    3. rewriting only a few subjects.

    If you fall in categories 1 to 3, please send a certified copy of your matric certificate to the Student Enrolment Centre.

    Current Matriculants may be made a conditional offer (depending on the Grade 11 results), or be invited to attend an interview, or an audition, or selection/placement test.

    Some faculties will make you a conditional offer on the basis of your Grade 11 report. No offer can be confirmed until your matric results are received.

    Changed your mind about your choice of study?
    Let SEnC know in writing what your new selection is (do not submit a new application).
    NB: Check with SEnC to make sure applications are still open for your new selection.
    NB: Let SEnC know straight away if your contact details change.

    Successful applicants are sent communication offering a firm place. Information about registration and orientation will be available on the Wits website – www.wits.ac.za 

    Firm offer letters are sent once matric results are available (early January) or earlier if you have already matriculated.
    Applicants are encouraged to check https://self-service.wits.ac.za once results have been released.

    Reply to the offer and let us know whether you are coming to Wits

    You can only accept one offer as places are limited.
    NB: You are required to respond to the offer within one week to secure your place.

    Closing dates

    Faculty of Health Sciences (All programmes) 30 June 2026
    Bachelor of Architecture 30 June 2026
    Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Hearing Therapy 30 June 2026
    All other University programmes 30 September 2026
    Residence applications 30 September 2026
    The abovementioned closing dates are also applicable to International applicants

    NSFAS applications to be made online at www.nsfas.org.za Tel: 0860 067 327

    Grade 12 and past matriculants 1 August – 30 November
    Students who were not previously funded 1 September – 30 November

    Additional forms

    Please note that the Additional Forms for 2026 will be available soon.

    • Bachelor of Arts in Dramatic Art – interview and audition requirements
    • Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television – interview and creative assignments
    • Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts – audition/interview requirements
    • Bachelor of Music – audition requirements
    • Bachelor of Arts in Performing and Visual Arts – audition/interview requirements
    • Bachelor of Arts in Digital Arts – creative assignments
    • 2026 Occupational Therapy Certificate of Attendance
    • 2026 Physiotherapy Certificate of Attendance
    • Bachelor of Architectural Studies  – application exercises
    • NBT Guide 2026 (Health Sciences applicants and BA Speech and Hearing applicants must write by 13 August 2026).

    Fees quotation forms

     

     

  • University of Kwazulu Natal Application Status

    University of Kwazulu Natal Application Status

    A. Status Check

    To check the status of your application, use your ID, CAO or UKZN student number in the field provided. The outcome of your application could be one of the following
    1. Firm offer

    • Offer without residence or funding (Place but no residence or financial aid)
    • Offer with residence (Place with residence but no financial aid)
    • Offer with funding (Place with provisional fin aid but no residence)
    • Offer with residence and funding (Place with residence and provisional fin aid)

    2. Pending statuses where no decision has been made

    • Pending
    • Waitlisted
    • Referred for decision
    • Awaiting academic record or other documentation

    3. Regret status because

    • You did not meet the admissions requirements
    • Programme is full
    • The offer was withdrawn because you did not accept it within the specified period.
    • You declined the offer
    Click here to Check Status

    If you have been made an offer, you need to consult the Registration info  page for more information.

    For more information on status check Click Here

    B. Accepting an Offer

    For information on accepting an offer Click Here

  • UNISA Higher Certificate in Insurance Course

    UNISA Higher Certificate in Insurance Course

    Admission and re-admission requirements

    Qualification admission requirements

    Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification.
    A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with at least 30% in the language of teaching and learning,
    or
    a Senior Certificate (SC) with at least an F symbol on HG or E symbol on SG in the language of teaching and learning,
    or
    a National Certificate (Vocational) with at least 40% in the language of teaching and learning in terms of the NSC.
    Selection option for the Higher Certificate studies will be limited and aligned to vocational subject choices obtained in the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) level 4.If you don’t meet the admission requirements above, click here to view other qualification admission requirements in the College of Economic & Management Sciences.

    Qualification code:90013
    NQF level:5
    Total credits:120
    SAQA ID:93999
    APS/AS:15
    Maximum time to complete this qualification: 3 years

    Student fees and funding your studies

    Application fee

    Pay the application fee once you’ve received your student number:

    • R105 for online applications
    • R160 for hard copy applications

    Please note that this application fee is non-refundable even if you decide not to study through Unisa or do not qualify for admission to Unisa.

    Student fees

    Click here to find out more about Unisa’s student fees, and the bursaries and loans for Unisa students.

    Apply for admission

    Applications for admission to undergraduate higher certificates, diplomas & degrees, advanced certificates, advanced diplomas, the Postgraduate Certificate in Education & BTech degrees will be open from August – September 
    Applications will however close earlier on August for the following two qualifications:

    • Bachelor of Social Work (90088)
    • Higher Certificate in Social Auxiliary Work (90011)

    Please note:

    • Everyone wanting to start a new qualification must apply for admission.
    • Unisa will inform you of the outcome of your application. If successful, Unisa will indicate for which qualification you have been accepted and will offer you a space for the period for which you have applied (ie either semester 1 or semester 2).
    • You must accept or decline Unisa’s offer within the prescribed period of time.
    • If you accept Unisa’s offer, you must register for the period for which you have been granted admission (ie semester 1 or semester 2). Should you not register for the relevant semester of study, you will need to re-apply for admission during the next application period.

    Additional support for this qualification via TVET colleges

    Unisa has an agreement with various Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges to offer classes in a selected number of qualifications. These classes have proved to generally improve the throughput rate of students who enrol for them.
    Take note of the following:

    • Make sure that your TVET college of choice offers support in your qualification.
    • Apply for admission during Unisa’s application period via your TVET college or via Unisa.

    Registration

    Unisa will send the necessary information about registration dates and the registration process to all successful applicants who have confirmed their acceptance of Unisa’s offer. Visit www.unisa.ac.za/register for registration information.

  • Chatsmed Candlelight Nursing School Application 2026/2027

    Chatsmed Candlelight Nursing School Application 2026/2027

    How to Register / Apply:

    Chatsmed Candlelight Nursing School offers online registrations and you can click here to Register Online.

    Application Procedures

    An Application Letter has to be written, posted or emailed request to study at the Campus. If you are successful, an Interview Date will be set with a cost of R500, which is non-refundable.

    Required Documentation

    You would need to have a Matric Certificate and an Identity Document.

    Additional Fees

    R 130.00 for replacement of lost Identification Card R 110.00 for registration with South African Nursing Council as a Student R 220.00 per paper South African Nursing Council Exam Fee.

    Bursary Learners

    Learners sponsored by companies are required to produce a letter from the company stating the amount and the date payment will be issued to Chatsmed Candlelight Nursing School.

    Contact Details:

    Physical Address: 82 Khuzimpi Shezi Street, (formerly Williams Road), Dalbridge, Durban, 4000

    Tel: 031 307 4859 / 031 301 0010 Cell No: 076 041 6590

    Email: info@candlelightnursingschool.co.za

    Website: www.candlelightnursingschool.co.za

  • CRANE MAINTENANCE TRAINING COURSE OF OVERHEAD CRANES

    CRANE MAINTENANCE TRAINING COURSE OF OVERHEAD CRANES

    The crane maintenance training course is specifically designed for Supervisors, Technicians, Artisans and Technician Assistants who are involved in day to day maintenance of cranes, hoists and general lifting equipment.

    The course has a comprehensive focus on the product surrounding Legislation and Standards, where we transfer more than sixty years of our experience in the industry to people who can use the knowledge gained to the benefit of the individual and the company.

     

    COURSE CONTENT (5 DAYS)

    Topics to be covered:

    1. Terminology

    2. OHS Act/Mines and Mineral Act

    3. Classification of cranes

    4. Summary of BS466 (crane specification)

    5. Summary of SANS 6024 (Electrical specifications for cranes)

    6. Summary of SANS 10375 (Inspection, testing and examination of cranes)

    7. Load test procedures

    • Overhead cranes
    • Jib cranes
    • Monorails

    8. Recommended maintenance schedule

    • Daily inspection
    • Service inspection
    • Load testing
    • Major inspections

    9. Crane log books

    • Service inspection reports
    • Repairs as per service reports
    • Load tests and certificates
    • Rope certificates
    • Manuals and data sheets

     

    INCLUSIONS

    Comprehensive Training/Reference Manuals

    Other Stationery

    Course Certificates at successful completion of an examination

     

    The course is held at Morris Material Handling Training Centre, Apex, Benoni. The route map will be e-mailed to delegates on request.

     

    Should companies want training to be conducted at their venue, this can be arranged if there are 12 delegates or more.

     

    The training dates for 2026 are as following:

    1st intake week of   06th – 10th February 2026

    2nd intake week of   3rd – 7th  April 2026

    3rd intake week of   05th – 09 June 2026

    4th intake week of   14th -18th August 2026

    5th intake week of   09th – 13th October 2026

    6th intake week of   04th – 08th December 2026

     

    • PRICE PER DELEGATE is R12, 500, 00 (Twelve Thousand and Five Hundred Rands) excluding VAT.
    • A 10% discount will apply if there are more than five (5) delegates from one company.

     

    FEES ARE PAYABLE AT LEAST ONE (1) WEEK, PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF THE TRAINING COURSE.

    COMPANIES REQUIRING INVOICES MUST FORWARD A PURCHASE ORDER

     

    NB: Hotel accommodation and travelling expenses for delegated are not included in the rates and will be for your account. Should you need to book an accommodation, please contact the ROAD LODGE at Carnival City: 011 915 5800 or you can e-mail to rlcarnival.dm@clhg.com

     

    PLEASE CONFIRM ATTENDANCE NO LATER THAN TWO (2) WEEKS OF THE SPECIFIED DATES.

    NB: CONFIRMATION SECURES DELEGATE/S SEATS, LATE RESPONSE WIIL LEAD TO DISAPPOINTMENT

     

    The course starts at 08H00 and finishes at 16H00 from Monday to Thursday and 14h00 on Friday.

    Lunch and tea is served daily.

     

     

    BANK DETAILS    

     

    ACC NAME                 : MORRIS MATERIAL HANDLING S.A (Pty) Ltd

    BANK NANE              : STANDARD BANK   (SA)

    ACCOUNT NO            : 0220822999

    BRANCH CODE         : 051001

    REFERENCE              : 2026 TRAIN/YOUR SURNAME

    LEARNER ENROLMENT FORM (MAINTENANCE TRAINING)

  • Unisa College of Science, Engineering and Technology Qualification

    Your admission to Unisa is dependent on you meeting the minimum admission requirements for your chosen qualification and college. Meeting these minimum requirements does not, however, mean that your application will automatically be accepted, as each application will be considered individually.

    If you don’t meet the minimum admission requirements…

    If you don’t meet the minimum admission requirements for your qualification of choice, you might want to consider starting with a relevant lower-level qualification (eg a higher certificate or diploma) and then continuing with the degree on completion of your lower-level qualification. Work through the admission requirements for each level of qualification (eg degree, diploma and higher certificate) to determine whether you will be able to apply for a lower-level qualification related to your interests. Remember to keep in mind your career vision and goals, and how any qualification will contribute to these. Click Here to Apply Now

    Bachelor degree (4-year programme)

    Minimum requirements Language requirement Mathematics requirement Physical science requirement
    A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with degree endorsement 50% in the language of teaching and learning 50% in Mathematics 50% in Physical Science if any Chemistry or Physics modules form part of the curriculum of a selected qualification
    A Senior Certificate (SC) with matriculation exemption or qualify for the exemption from the Matriculation Board A D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in the language of teaching and learning A D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in Mathematics A D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in Physical Science if any Chemistry or Physics modules form part of the curriculum of a selected qualification
    Applicants who have not obtained at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, 50% in Mathematics and 50% in Physical Science will be limited to 48 credits at NQF level 5 in their first period of study and must register for the following:

    • To meet the language requirement: two language proficiency modules (ENG1511 and ENN103F)
    • To meet the Mathematics requirement: a Mathematics module (MAT0511)
    • To meet the Physical Science requirement: a Science module (SMI181Q)

    All 48 credits must be passed before the student can continue with degree studies.  Click Here to Apply Now

    Bachelor degree (3-year programme)

    Minimum requirements Language requirement Mathematics requirement Physical science requirement
    A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with degree endorsement 50% in the language of teaching and learning 50% in Mathematics 50% in Physical Science if any Chemistry or Physics modules form part of the curriculum of a selected qualification
    A Senior Certificate (SC) with matriculation exemption or qualify for the exemption from the Matriculation Board A D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in the language of teaching and learning A D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in Mathematics A D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in Physical Science if any Chemistry or Physics modules form part of the curriculum of a selected qualification
    Applicants who have not obtained at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, 50% in Mathematics and 50% in Physical Science will be limited to 48 credits at NQF level 5 in their first period of study and must register for the following:

    • To meet the language requirement: two language proficiency modules (ENG1511 and ENN103F)
    • To meet the Mathematics requirement: a Mathematics module (MAT0511)
    • To meet the Physical Science requirement: a Science module (SMI181Q)

    All 48 credits must be passed before the student can continue with degree studies. Click Here to Apply Now

    Diplomas

    Minimum requirements Language requirement Mathematics requirement Physical science requirement
    A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with diploma endorsement 50% in the language of teaching and learning 50% in Mathematics 50% in Physical Science if any Chemistry or Physics modules form part of the curriculum of a selected qualification
    A Senior Certificate (SC) A D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in the language of teaching and learning A D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in Mathematics A D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in Physical Science if any Chemistry or Physics modules form part of the curriculum of a selected qualification
    Applicants who have not obtained at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning, 50% in Mathematics and 50% in Physical Science will be limited to 48 credits at NQF level 5 in their first period of study and must register for the following:

    • To meet the language requirement: two language proficiency modules (ENG1511 and ENN103F)
    • To meet the Mathematics requirement: a Mathematics module (MAT0511)
    • To meet the Physical Science requirement: a Science module (SMI181Q)

    All 48 credits must be passed before the student can continue with diploma studies. Click Here to Apply Now

    Identifying other study options if you don’t meet the admission requirements for your qualification of choice

    It may be that you do not meet the admission requirements for any qualification at Unisa. You now need to explore options to help you meet the admission requirements for your chosen qualification, or you could reconsider your career goals and how you will plan your career. Read more…

    Applying for credits from other higher education institutions

    Unisa may recognise previous learning from previous formal education. This will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Not all credits achieved at other institutions will count towards a Unisa qualification. Your request for exemption(s) will only be considered once we have received your completed DSAR04 form and a certified copy of an official academic record, a conduct certificate and, in some cases, the syllabus. In the case of international qualifications, SAQA evaluation and the syllabus are required. No exemptions will be finalised on an academic record during the application period.

    You must meet the admission requirements for the qualification for which you are applying for credits and/or exemptions. A maximum of 50% of the prescribed credits may be awarded in the form of credits and exemptions. No exemptions will be granted for Unisa’s signature modules. Unisa reserves the right to grant and/or decline applications for exemptions or credit transfers. Click Here to Apply Now

    I wrote matric before 2009. Do I qualify?

    If you do NOT hold a Senior Certificate with an endorsement indicating that you have been exempted from the matriculation requirement, please refer to the documents below to ascertain whether or not you are eligible to apply for admission to undergraduate degree studies (not applicable to students who wrote the National Senior Certificate examinations from 2008):  Click Here to Apply Now

  • Walter Sisulu University NSFAS Details 2026

    Walter Sisulu University NSFAS Details 2026

    NEW NSFAS ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS TO IMPROVE STUDENTS’ ACCESSIBILITY

    The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has started the roll-out of the Student Centered Model by opening online applications as from Monday, 01 August 2016 until 30 November 2016.

    The Student Centered Model is meant to open a direct relationship between NSFAS and its students, from registration phase to completion of their studies. The system will help in alleviating payment delays and new applications for funding every year.
    The application requirements are as follows:
    • Students who have never received NSFAS funding must apply online
    • All students who were previously funded by NSFAS but are not funded in 2016 must apply online
    • All students who have signed their Loan Agreement Forms (LAF) or Schedule of Particulars (SOP) for 2016 and are currently receiving NSFAS funding DO NOT HAVE TO REAPPLY. Funding will be granted provided you meet the academic requirements. Academic results from exams, including supplementary exams, will be submitted to NSFAS by WSU. All funded NSFAS students are requested to update their information online. Please log onto www.nsfas.org.za and create the MyNSFAS account to verify your details https://my.nsfas.org.za/sites/selfservice

    All paper applications forms can be sent to NSFAS Head Office in Cape Town either by email to apply@nsfas.org.za or Fax 086 644 2822 or by post to: The 2026 Online Applications, NSFAS Loans & Bursaries Department, Private Bag X4, Plumstead, 7801.
    The Student Centered Model will ensure that students receive their allowances sooner than in previous years. The allowances will be paid directly to the students.

    The deadline for 2026 applications is 30 November 2016
    For further details, applicants can contact NSFAS Offices on 0860 067 327 (sharecall) or Website: www.nsfas.org.za

  • University of the Western Cape NSFAS Approved List

    University of the Western Cape NSFAS Approved List

    Applications Reopen 9 January 2026

    NSFAS will reopen 2026 applications as from 9 January 2026. Learners and students are encouraged to make use of this application period if you have not applied during the 1 August 2016 to 30 November 2016 application period. This reopened application period will close on 20 January 2026 for learners and students who will be studying at a public university, and on 14 February 2026 at a TVET College.

    Application results for applicants who applied during the 1 August 2016 to 30 November 2016 period will receive communication via SMS as from 5 January 2026, thus it is important that we have your correct cellphone number. Update your contact details by calling the NSFAS Contact Centre on 086 006 7327.

    To all 2026 first year students

    All students who will register at public universities/ TVET Colleges for the first time in 2026 and need financial support can apply directly to NSFAS for financial assistance as from 9 January 2026. Applications will remain open between 9 January 2026 to 20 January 2026 for those who will be studying at a university and 9 January 2026 to 14 February 2026 for those who will be studying at a TVET College .

    To all current university/ TVET college students already funded by NSFAS

    NSFAS is in a process to receive all your information and details from the university/college where you are currently enrolled. You will be automatically migrated to the student-centred model, and will be notified by SMS/post once NSFAS has received and registered your details.

    To all current university/TVET college students, who are not funded by NSFAS, but intend to apply for NSFAS assistance for the 2026 academic year

    All the above mentioned students – including those who were previously on a government funded bursary programme not offered by NSFAS – can apply for NSFAS financial assistance for the 2026 academic year as from 9 January 2026 to 20 January 2026 for those who will be studying at a university and 9 January 2026 to 14 February 2026 for those who will be studying at a TVET College .