how long does nsfas take to pay allowance 2024-2025

The dates of allowance payments are the next important information to know now that you have been approved for funding. We also assume that’s why you’re here. The NSFAS allowance payment dates for the 2024 academic year are the subject of this article.

How Long Does Nsfas Take To Pay Allowance

Students receive allowances every first week of the month from NSFAS. In a process known as disbursement, you will receive your allowance funds on a monthly basis. As a result, you won’t receive your NSFAS allowances in one lump sum throughout the entire year you receive funding.

What Does the NSFAS Cover?

The most recent DHET criteria must be followed when allocating funds for housing, living allowance, transportation, and instructional materials.

Accommodation allowance
Transport allowance
Living allowance
Learning material allowance
Incidental/personal care allowance

Nsfas Money Per Month

NSFAS Allowance For TVET College Students	Payable Amount (Monthly)	Payable Amount (Per Annum)
Incidental/Personal Care Allowance	R242	R2900
Accommodation in Rural Areas	R1,312	R15,750
Accommodation in Peri-Urban Area	R1,575	R18,900
Accommodation in Urban Area	R2000	R24,000
Transport	R583	R7000
Transport (up to 40km from the institution)	R613	R7,350

NSFAS monthly allowances for TVET College Students

Additionally, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) covers your tuition and registration costs if you are accepted as a TVET College student. Your educational institution determines the annual or semester-by-semester registration and tuition fees.

NOTE. For more details, applicants can download THE NSFAS ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA AND CONDITIONS FOR FINANCIAL AID HERE.

FOR ANY INFORMATION ON PAYMENT OR RECEIVING OF MONEY PLEASE GO TO THE NSFAS MAIN WEBSITE BY CLICKING HERE OR CALL THEM DIRECTLY ON

Tel No.: 08000 67327
Email: info@nsfas.org.za

RELATED LINKS

Nsfas Online Application links

For more info visit Nsfas Website