NSFAS R5,200 Allowance 2025 : South African students with NSFAS funding can finally expect some certainty on the month of payment. NSFAS has now officially stated the September 2025 stipend dates. These allowances reach thousands of students in the university and TVET college to pay expenses for daily sustenance, accommodation, and transport during their study period.
When Will Students Be Paid?
NSFAS declares allowances amounting to R5,200 for September 2025 will be paid starting on:
- Monday, 8 September 2025
Payments are being made directly to the bank account or wallet of the students in NSFAS. It has been requested by the scheme itself, for the students to please check that their bank details are correct and updated so as not to cause delays. Should the payment have been made, the funds shall remain within the account, to be withdrawn at will.
What Does The R5,200 Allowance Cover?
The allowance is meant to help meet up with expenses associated with studying. Arriving at the full amount of R5,200 paid monthly, the allowance is made up of:
- Living allowance- meant to be used for meals, personal needs, and transport.
- Book and study materials allowance- to buy textbooks and academic material.
- Accommodation support-if applicable, based on whether the student is in university residence or a private accommodation.
Slight changes might be made to the breakdown per institution, but every student is entitled to an overall allocation that makes it possible for them to concentrate more on academics and less on financial worries.
Who Is Eligible For The NSFAS Allowance?
The NSFAS allowance is offered to students who:
- Are South African citizens.
- Have a combined household income of less than R350,000 per annum (or R600,000 if the student is disabled).
- Are enrolled for a course at any public universities or TVET colleges.
- Have been approved by NSFAS for that particular 2025 academic year.
Students should keep checking the NSFAS portal for updates on funding.
Why This Matters For Students
For many South Africans, the NSFAS allowance of R5,200 is a matter beyond financial assistance: it is the difference between pursuing studies and dropping out. With the costs of living and education always rising, sources of funds such as these provide avenues for thousands of students to seek higher education.
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