The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has made an announcement stating that an amount of R5,200 is going to be issued as the monthly financial aid for the qualifying students for November 2025. This amount will be spent on the basic necessities such as food, transportation, and books, by the students. This is one of the many initiatives put forward by NSFAS to support poor but deserving students enrolled in public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa. The distribution for November is one of the various interventions under the 2025 funding cycle which consists of digital verification improvements, faster direct disbursements, and strict eligibility checks to guarantee that the intended students are receiving the benefits.
R5,200 Allowance Breakdown
The monthly allowance of R5,200 is composed of a number of support areas and its purpose is to guarantee that students at least get the minimum amount needed to cover both their academic and personal needs:
- R1,500 – Living allowance (food, daily expenses) ͏
- R2,000 – Accommodation support (for off-campus and private housing) ͏
- R1,000 – Transport allowance (for students living within 40 km of campus) ͏
- R700 – Book and study material allocation ͏
Not every student is granted the full amount of R5,200—the exact sum is based on the type of institution, learning method, and where the student resides. College students in universities generally get the total amount while those in TVET colleges get smaller stipends which are based on students’ presence and performance according to the criteria set.
Who Qualifies for the NSFAS Payment in November 2025?
The enumeration displayed here is going to determine which students will see the NSFAS fund’s payment in November 2025:
- Enrollment in an institution financed by NSFAS: You need to be either a full-time or a part-time student at one of the public universities or TVET colleges that NSFAS finances.
- Financially needy: The income of your family/household should not exceed R350,000 a year, or R600,000 if you are a student with disabilities.
- Academic Performance: You should not only meet but even exceed the minimum performance criteria of the institution.
- Verification Clearance: Students will have to go through biometric and banking verification processes via the NSFAS-approved portal or via payment partners. Those who do not pass the October verification will receive their November payment only after being revalidated, provided they update their documents and have them verified before the deadline.
How to Claim NSFAS Allowance of R5,200?
Currently, NSFAS is performing direct transfers to learners via NSFAS Bank Account method, which is supported by chosen financial service providers. If you prefer receiving your November payment:
- Activate Your NSFAS Bank Account: Go to https://my.nsfas.org.za Enter your ID number and cell phone number you have registered with. Follow the procedure for bank account activation and identity verification.
- Check Your Payment Status: When you log in, press “My Payments” to find out about the release date of your money. Confirm that your account details are accurate so that there are no delays.
- Withdraw or Use Money: You can either take money from ATMs or shop online with it through partner applications and retail networks.
Important Updates and Deadlines
- Payment Date: November allowances will start reflecting from Tuesday, 4 November 2025.
- Verification Deadline: Students must complete all verification checks before 15 November 2025 to ensure payment within the same cycle.
- Unclaimed Funds: Balances will roll over to December if not used, but must be spent by the semester end.
also read: R7500 NSFAS Monthly Allowance 2025: Eligibility, Priority Courses & Payment Details