Applied for NSFAS funding? It’s essential to track your NSFAS application status promptly. This guide shows you step by step how to check your status via the myNSFAS portal
To track your myNSFAS Application Status, follow these steps:
- Visit the myNSFAS Portal
- Go to the NSFAS website: www.nsfas.org.za
- Click on myNSFAS button at the Top right corner of the homepage.
- Log in to Your Account
- Enter your registered email address and password.
- Complete the CAPTCHA to verify your identity.
- Click Sign In.
- Check Your Application Status
- Once logged in, look for the Track Application Progress or Application Status tab.
- Click on it to view the current status of your application.
- Understand the Status Terms
- Application Submitted: Your application has been received and is being processed.
- Documents Missing: You need to upload the required documents.
- Under Review: Your application is being reviewed to confirm eligibility.
- Approved: Your funding has been approved.
- Rejected: Your application did not meet the requirements (reason will be provided)..
- Check Your Application Status
Check regularly for updates or further actions needed, such as uploading missing documents or accepting your funding.
What to Do Based on Your Current Status
1. Submitted or Application in Progress
- Action: No immediate action—your application has been received and is being processed.
- Tip: Log in weekly to check for further updates
2. Filtering / Validation / Evaluation
- Action: These are internal processing steps—NSFAS cross-references your details, income, academics, etc.
- Tip: Make sure your email and phone number on myNSFAS are correct—NSFAS may reach out. Keep copies of IDs, income proofs, school results, etc., ready
3. Awaiting Additional Documents (if displayed)
- Action: Promptly upload the required documents (IDs, income statements, consent forms) via your myNSFAS portal.
- Tip: Missing these can delay or negatively affect your applicatio
4. Funding Eligibility / Awaiting Academic Results
5. Provisionally Funded / Awaiting Registration
- Action: Register for your course with your institution ASAP.
- Tip: NSFAS needs registration confirmation from the institution to process bursary agreements
6. Signing of Agreement
- Action: Sign your NSFAS bursary agreement (NBA/SOP/LAF) online via myNSFAS or at your institution.
- Tip: This is required before any funds are released
7. Funded / Payments
- Action: Funds will be disbursed either to your institution or via the mobile wallet.
- Tip: Confirm with your institution when fees, allowances, and stipends will be paid
8. Rejected / Declined
- Action: Review the rejection reason and gather supporting evidence.
- Tip: Submit an appeal within 30 days if you believe you qualify (e.g. missing documents, changed circumstances). Otherwise, plan to reapply next cycle
General Follow-Up Steps
- Contact NSFAS: Call 0800 067 327 or email info@nsfas.org.za for guidance.
- Visit your institution’s financial aid office: They can often verify your registration and help escalate delays
- Stay informed: Check your portal, email, and SMS regularly—even if it seems like nothing’s happening!
Quick Reference Table
| Status | Your Action |
|---|---|
| Submitted/In Progress | Monitor only |
| Filtering/Validation | Ensure contact details are current |
| Awaiting Documents | Upload required documents |
| Academic/Financial Checks | Register with institution |
| Signing Agreement | Sign bursary agreement ASAP |
| Funded/Payments | Check when allowances and fees will be disbursed |
| Rejected/Declined | Appeal within 30 days or prepare to reapply |
Final Tips and Conclusion
- Keep your contact info up-to-date—NSFAS may reach out via SMS or email.
- Act quickly if additional documents are requested.
- Maintain academic eligibility if you’re a continuing student.
- Bookmark your myNSFAS dashboard and check regularly to track progress.
