How Many Months Does NSFAS Pay 2026?

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How Many Months Does NSFAS Pay 2026?

How Many Months Does NSFAS Pay 2026? What is the payment cycle for NSFAS?

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) plays a pivotal role in providing financial support to eligible students across South Africa, enabling them to pursue higher education without the burden of tuition and living expenses. For the year 2025, NSFAS has outlined a detailed schedule for the disbursement of allowances to ensure students receive their funding on time. These payments are distributed monthly throughout the academic year, with a set schedule for both the first and second semesters. Additionally, the NSFAS appeals process is available for students whose applications are denied or whose funding has been withdrawn, provided they meet specific criteria.

When will I receive my NSFAS allowances for 2026?

NSFAS allowances will be paid during the first week of each month for 10 months.

First Semester NSFAS Payment Date 2026:

Cycle 1 – All Campuses, 26 February 2026
Cycle 2 – All Campuses 06 March 2026
Cycle 3 – All Campuses 22 April 2026
Cycle 4 – All Campuses 20 May 2026
Cycle 5 – All Campuses Monday, 17 June 2026

Second Semester NSFAS Payment Date

Cycle 6 – Medical School 01 July 2026
Cycle 6 – All Other Campuses 08 July 2026
Cycle 7 – All Campuses 05 August 2026
Cycle 8 – All Campuses 02 September 2026
Cycle 9 – All Campuses 07 October 2026
Cycle 10 – All Campuses (Final payment for 2026) 04 November 2026

Who can appeal In 2026?

A student whose application for financial aid is rejected or whose financial aid is withdrawn may appeal to the NSFAS.

The appeal decisions are subject to budget availability.
Appeals will only be considered for students who have applied to NSFAS for financial aid.

Who cannot appeal In 2026?

Students are not permitted to appeal if they:

Are registered for a qualification that NSFAS does not fund;
They have reached N+2 (or N+3 in the case of students with disabilities).
The student is a gap year student whom NSFAS previously denied financial aid to because s/he did not meet the academic eligibility criteria.
If the institution has not submitted its registration record to NSFAS or has submitted an incorrect registration record, such inquiries should be directed to the institution.

NSFAS Contact

For all other queries regarding students:

Tel No.: 08000 67327
Email: info@nsfas.org.za
Physical Address
The Halyard, 4 Christiaan Barnard St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001

Visit the NSFAS Official website here. Hope the provided information is helpful, share your thoughts below in the comment section. Understanding the NSFAS payment duration is crucial for students planning their finances while pursuing higher education in South Africa.

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