f you applied for NSFAS funding for the 2026 academic year, you’re probably waiting anxiously to find out whether your application was successful. NSFAS has officially confirmed the release date for the 2026 funding outcomes — and the wait is almost over.
NSFAS 2026 Application Results Release Date
NSFAS will begin communicating 2026 funding application results from:
📅 15 December 2025
All applicants will receive updates through their myNSFAS accounts, where they can track their application status, view required documents, and access funding decisions.
How to Check Your NSFAS Application Status
You can check your result by logging into your NSFAS profile:
👉 Track your NSFAS status here: https://my.nsfas.org.za/
Once logged in, you will be able to see:
- Your application status
- Whether NSFAS needs additional documents
- Your final funding decision once processed
- Any next steps required
Important Things Applicants Should Know
- No late applications will be accepted for the 2026 funding cycle.
- NSFAS primarily communicates through the myNSFAS portal, so applicants must log in regularly.
- Make sure your contact details (cellphone number & email) are updated on your profile.
- Applicants may receive SMS or email notifications, but the portal remains the official source of results.
What to Expect After Receiving Your NSFAS Result
Once your result is released, you may see one of the following statuses:
- Approved for funding
- Awaiting academic results or admission status
- Provisionally funded (pending registration)
- Rejected (with reasons)
If approved, your funding will only activate once you’ve successfully registered at a public university or TVET college.