Can Nsfas Stop Funding A Student

Can Nsfas Stop Funding A Tvet Student; Nsfas Terms And Conditions

NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme) can stop funding a student under certain conditions, and understanding these factors is crucial for those relying on financial support. While NSFAS provides essential funding for students from low-income households, the continuation of this funding depends on maintaining academic performance and meeting other eligibility criteria. Funding may be discontinued if a student fails to meet the minimum academic requirements, exceeds the maximum study period (according to the “N+1” rule), or if their financial situation changes significantly. Additionally, students may lose their funding if they provide false information during their application process. Knowing these conditions helps students ensure they remain eligible for NSFAS support throughout their studies.

Are you a student of any of the public Universities or Tvet colleges in South Africa who have been enlisted and confirmed to receive funds from Nsfas to pay for your education? If yes is your answer, then you must follow all the established guidelines, terms and conditions and policies as well as the requirements that govern the scheme. NSFAS reserves the right to confirm that all applicants have followed the proper procedures and are qualified to apply for the funding. The information an applicant supplied when submitting his/her application is examined before they are validated to receive the funds. If a student ceases to oblige to the policies of the scheme, NSFAS has the discretion to stop supporting them.

Who Is Qualified For Nsfas Funds In 2025

All applicants of Nsfas must fall under the following to be eligible:

• 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 a 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.

Nsfas Terms And Conditions

Read: Nsfas Bursary Agreement

Who Is Not Qualified For Nsfas Funds In 2025

All students of Nsfas who fall under the following are not eligible to apply:

• Students that have completed a previous qualification.
• Students with a combined household income of more than R350 000 per annum.
• Students who have already applied, qualified and received funding. They are automatically funded for the duration of their studies provided they pass their modules and meet the academic requirements.
• Foreign students (any student who is not a South African citizen).

How Can Nsfas Stop Funding A Student In 2025-2026

The following are what Nsfas looks to stop providing funds for students:

• If a student has refused to report an increase in household income,(which would affect their eligibility for financial aid).
• If the applicant or student has also provided fake information.
• If applicants have already completed their undergraduate studies

Note:
Nsfas assistance is only available to students whose household income is below R350 000, and R600 000 for students with impairments.

Read Also: Nsfas Requirements 2025

What Do The Nsfas Cover

Amounts indicated for accommodation, living allowance, transport and learning materials need to be aligned with the approved latest DHET guidelines:

UNIVERSITY

• 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, of 000  per annum
• Book allowances R5200 per annum
• Incidental/personal care allowance of R2900 per annum for students in catered residences

TVET STUDENT

• Accommodation in an urban area is R24,000 per annum
• Accommodation in a peri-urban area 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 NSFAS

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact NSFAS directly:

• Tel: 0860 067 327
• Email: info@nsfas.org.za

I hope the information given has been helpful to you, leave your comments in the comments section. Better still you can visit the official website of NSFAS for more details.