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As Semester 2 of the 2025 academic year begins, thousands of students are checking their NSFAS application status to confirm whether they’ve been approved for funding. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has urged applicants to regularly monitor their profiles and stay updated with key announcements.
Whether you’re a first-time applicant or a returning student, knowing how to track your NSFAS status is essential to avoid delays in funding for tuition, accommodation, transport, and learning materials.
How to Check Your NSFAS Status in 2025
You can check your application status by following these steps:
- Visit: www.nsfas.org.za
- Click on “myNSFAS” at the top right corner.
- Log in using your ID number and password.
- Click “Track Funding Progress” to view your current status.
What Your NSFAS Status Means:
- Application in Progress: Your application is still being reviewed.
- Awaiting Academic Results/Admission: NSFAS is waiting for your institution to confirm your admission or final results.
- Provisionally Funded: You’re conditionally approved, subject to final checks.
- Approved: Your funding is confirmed.
- Unsuccessful: Your application was not approved (you may appeal).
Need Help?
If you encounter issues, contact the NSFAS Call Centre at 0800 067 327, or email info@nsfas.org.za. You can also follow official updates on Twitter and Facebook via @myNSFAS.
Students are advised to ensure their contact details are up to date, and to regularly check for SMS or email notifications from NSFAS.
DON’T MISS IMPORTANT DEADLINES AND PAYMENTS
Get clear updates on SASSA, applications, funding and local opportunities — including how to fix common issues and avoid delays.
Visit the official NSFAS website and log in to your myNSFAS account using your ID number and password.
Navigate to the “Application Status” tab to view the progress and outcome of your 2025 application.