WATCH | Minister Buti Manamela launches 2027 NSFAS application cycle as funding window opens
Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela is launching the 2027 NSFAS application cycle in Johannesburg on Friday, with the funding window opening for prospective students.
Minister Buti Manamela of the Department of Higher Education and Training is set to launch the 2027 National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) application cycle in Johannesburg on Friday. This marks the official opening of the funding window for prospective students seeking financial assistance for the 2027 academic year. Applications will be open from September 18, 2026, to October 31, 2026, providing students with just over six weeks to apply.
At the launch, Manamela and NSFAS leadership will outline the scheme's readiness to process applications, as well as details on the application process itself and the scheme's preparations in terms of technology, customer support, and operational readiness. A live demonstration of the application process will also be conducted, guiding prospective students on how to navigate and complete their applications.
Eligible students are encouraged to apply early and ensure all required information is correctly submitted before the deadline. The launch also coincides with the approaching deadline for learners seeking admission to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges, which is September 30, 2026.
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