The NSFAS application for Mopani South East TVET College for the 2026–2027 academic year is now open. This is an important opportunity for students who have been admitted to the college or current students who have never received NSFAS funding before to apply for financial support. NSFAS provides bursaries and loans that cover tuition fees, learning materials, and other essential educational costs, helping students focus on their studies without worrying about finances.

Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year are open until November 15, 2025. Students are encouraged to apply as early as possible to ensure that all required documents are submitted correctly and on time. Late applications may not be considered, so acting promptly is important. Early submission also allows students to address any issues that may arise during the application process, giving them a better chance of receiving funding.

The application process is straightforward but requires careful attention to detail. Applicants must complete the online application form, upload certified copies of their identity documents, academic results, and proof of residence. Following these steps carefully ensures that your application is processed without delays. This guide will provide a step-by-step overview of the Mopani South East TVET College NSFAS application process for 2026–2027.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a South African government initiative aimed at providing financial assistance to underprivileged students who wish to pursue tertiary education but lack the financial means to do so. The scheme covers tuition fees and accommodation, and even provides allowances for meals and study materials. The following is what the bursary pays for Mopani students:

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

Mopani South East TVET College students interested in applying for an NSFAS bursary for the 2026–2027 academic year can do so from now until November 15. Submitting your application early is recommended to ensure all documents are in order and to improve your chances of securing funding for tuition, study materials, and other educational costs.

You qualify for an NSFAS bursary if you are a South African citizen who plans to study in 2026 or you are already studying at a public university or TVET college and meet the following requirements:

• South African citizens or permanent residents
• SASSA grant recipients
• Applicants whose combined gross household income is not more than R350 000 per year
• Persons with disabilities whose combined gross household income is not more than R600 000 per year.
• Must have an email account and cell phone number

 Required Documentation For Mopani South East TVET College NSFAS Application 2026-2027

Nsfas applicants for the 2026-2027 academic year are to have the following documents uploaded together with their application form:

Students with disabilities must provide:

• A completed and signed Disability Annexure Form. Please ensure that the medical report is merged with this disability annexure when you create a file to submit with your application.

*Students must download the NSFAS 2026 Consent form:

• NSFAS reserves the right to validate all information and details provided by the applicant and parent/guardian/spouse against an independent third-party data source.

Students must download the NSFAS Orphan or Vulnerable Child Declaration form:

• This form is only to be completed by applicants who are under the age of 18 and who are orphans OR who are vulnerable children in that they have been exposed to abuse, neglect, exploitation, risk of violence and substance abuse.

*Students must download the NSFAS Declaration form:

• This form only applies to applicants who are 34 years old or younger. This form is used to verify parental/guardian details.

Other documents that may be required, if applicable:

• Retrenchment letter
• Death certificate/s
• Divorce Decree
• Proof of legal guardianship
• Marriage certificate
• Other documents may be required for appeal purposes, eg retrenchment letter

NB: Based on the application type, the system will generate a list of required documents for upload.