{"id":23733,"date":"2020-10-15T07:46:09","date_gmt":"2020-10-15T07:46:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/collegeguide.co.za\/?p=6203"},"modified":"2020-10-15T07:46:09","modified_gmt":"2020-10-15T07:46:09","slug":"north-west-provincial-government-bursary-south-africa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/north-west-provincial-government-bursary-south-africa\/","title":{"rendered":"North West Provincial Government Bursary South Africa 2026 &#8211; 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-2438227877\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><p>The North West Provincial Government is one of the departments of the South African government. The Office of the Premier department is responsible for providing leadership for efficient, coordinated and integrated service delivery that will enable the growth and development of the province and its residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The other departments of the North West Provincial Government include: Health; Public Works and Roads; Rural, Environment and Agricultural Development; Local Government and Human Settlements; Education and Sports Development; Community Safety and Transport Management; Finance, Economy and Entreprise Development; Tourism; Social Development; Culture, Arts and Traditional Affairs<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ABOUT THE BURSARY PROGRAMME \u2013 FIELDS COVERED<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The North West Provincial Government will be awarding bursaries within the following fields of study (degree or diploma studies):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ins><\/ins><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Education<\/li><li>Tourism<\/li><li>Agriculture<\/li><li>Culture &amp; Arts<\/li><li>Accounting<\/li><li>Finance<\/li><li>Commerce<\/li><li>Construction<\/li><li>Building and Roads<\/li><li>Mining Engineering<\/li><li>Other Engineering sectors<\/li><li>Health related sectors<\/li><li>Aviation<\/li><li>Law<\/li><li>Mathematics<\/li><li>Sciences<\/li><li>Technology<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Shortlisted candidates will be contacted, should you not receive any feedback within 4 months of the application deadline, please regard your application as unsuccessful.<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>South African citizen<\/li><li>Reside within the North West province<\/li><li>35 years old or younger<\/li><li>Completed Matric OR currently in Matric<\/li><li>Studying or intend on studying full-time within one of the aforementioned fields of study<\/li><li>Studying or intend on studying at a recognized tertiary institution<\/li><li>Unemployed<\/li><li>Proven financial need<\/li><li>Good academic record<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO APPLY FOR THE BURSARY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Download and complete the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.zabursaries.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/North-West-Provincial-Gov-Bursary-Application-Form.pdf\">North West Provincial Gov Bursary Application Form<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;(.pdf)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can collect an application form at one of these Offices\/ Distribution Centers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Office of the Premier: Bursary Offices (Ga-Rona Building, Ground Floor, Dr James Moroka Drive, Mmabatho)<\/li><li>District and Local Municipalities<\/li><li>Labour Centres<\/li><li>High Schools<\/li><li>Traditional Authority Offices<\/li><li>45 Harrington Street, Brits, 0250<\/li><li>Mabe Business Park, Bojanala, Rustenburg, North West, 0299 (Opposite NW FM)<\/li><li>Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati: Vryburg Mini-Garona Building, North St &amp; Molopo Straat, Vryburg, 8601<\/li><li>Dr Kenneth Kaunda: 309 West end Centre, Leask Street, Klerksdorp, 2571<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory \u2013 if any items are missing, your application be disregarded):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>ID document (certified copy)<\/li><li>Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)<\/li><li>Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy) (if not yet available, must be submitted by 10 January 2026, to: bursaries@nwpg.gov.za)<\/li><li>Latest academic record, if at tertiary level (certified copy) (if not yet available, must be submitted by 10 January 2026, to: bursaries@nwpg.gov.za)<\/li><li>Proof of University acceptance (certified copy) (if not yet available, must be submitted by 10 January 2026, to: bursaries@nwpg.gov.za)<\/li><li>Proof of residence (letter from Municipality Office if residing in town\/ farm\/ township, letter from Traditional Authority if residing in a village)<\/li><li>Parents\/ guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed\/ affidavit if unemployed\/ pension statements if on state pension\/ death certificate if deceased)<\/li><li>Proof of disability if disabled (doctors letter\/ medical record)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Applications must be submitted to:<br>Office of the Premier<br>Ground Floor<br>Ga-Rona Building: Bursaries Offices<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>OR to one of the Distribution centres\/ Offices listed above<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CLOSING DATE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>11 January 2026.<br>(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted \u2013 please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the North West Provincial Government directly:<br>Office of the Premier<br>Contact Person: Ms Bonolo Mohlakoana (Acting Head of Communication)<br>Cell: 082 901 2435<br>Tel: 018 388 3705\/ 018 388 1212\/ 018 388 1207\/ 018 388 1259\/ 018 388 1308\/ 018 388 1510<br>Email: bmohlakoana@nwpg.gov.za \/ bursaries@nwpg.gov.za<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-1238610767\"><div style=\"width: 300px; 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NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of <strong>bursaries and loans<\/strong> to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>This guide will walk you through <strong>everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process<\/strong>, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc What is NSFAS?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is a government-funded financial aid scheme aimed at helping students from low- and middle-income households to access tertiary education without the burden of upfront fees.<\/p>\n<p>NSFAS <strong>offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bursaries<\/strong>: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loans<\/strong>: For students who do not meet all bursary criteria or who are pursuing postgraduate qualifications not funded under bursary schemes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\u2705 Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?<\/h2>\n<p>To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a <strong>South African citizen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>financially needy<\/strong>, with a household income of <strong>less than R350,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Have a <strong>valid South African ID<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>enrolled or accepted<\/strong> to study at a <strong>public university or TVET college<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain satisfactory <strong>academic progress<\/strong> (returning students).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcda Courses Funded by NSFAS<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS primarily funds <strong>undergraduate qualifications<\/strong>, but certain <strong>postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB)<\/strong> may be considered under the <strong>NSFAS loan scheme<\/strong>, not bursaries.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re studying:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undergraduate degree or diploma<\/strong>: You are likely eligible for a full NSFAS bursary.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Postgraduate study<\/strong>: You may qualify for a loan, depending on the course and funding availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc4 Required Documents for NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of income<\/strong> (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consent Form<\/strong> signed by your parent(s)\/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic transcripts<\/strong> (for continuing or postgraduate students).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online<\/h2>\n<h3>Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Visit the NSFAS Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Go to: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Create an Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cMyNSFAS\u201d<\/strong> and register your profile.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll need a <strong>valid email address<\/strong> and <strong>South African cellphone number<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Login and Start the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>After registration, log in to your <strong>MyNSFAS<\/strong> account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cApply\u201d<\/strong> to begin a new application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Fill in Your Personal Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Input your <strong>ID number<\/strong>, name, surname, and other details exactly as they appear on your ID.<\/li>\n<li>Provide <strong>household income information<\/strong> and living arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Upload Required Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Upload all supporting documents in <strong>PDF or JPEG format<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Review your application for accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSubmit\u201d<\/strong> and wait for a confirmation message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Track Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in regularly to check your application status.<\/li>\n<li>You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Important NSFAS Dates (2025)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date<\/strong>: September 1, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: January 31, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appeals Period<\/strong>: February 2026 (if rejected)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disbursement<\/strong>: After registration and approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcb8 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS funding typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodation (if living away from home)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meals and transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>loans<\/strong>, repayment is only required <strong>once you start working and earn above a threshold<\/strong> (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd04 NSFAS Loan Repayment<\/h2>\n<p>Repayments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Income-contingent<\/strong> \u2013 you only repay when you can afford to.<\/li>\n<li>Administered by <strong>DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest-bearing<\/strong>, but interest rates are low and favorable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also apply for a <strong>partial loan conversion to a bursary<\/strong> if you perform well academically.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd01 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log into your MyNSFAS account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cTrack Funding Progress\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If rejected, click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Appeal\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Upload any missing or corrected documents.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a clear explanation or motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf1 NSFAS Contact Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:info@nsfas.org.za\">info@nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Toll-Free Number<\/strong>: 08000 67327 (Monday\u2013Friday, 8 AM\u20135 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/myNSFAS\">@myNSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myNSFAS\">NSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Final Tips Before Applying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid system overload near the deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>your own email and cellphone number<\/strong> (do not use someone else\u2019s).<\/li>\n<li>Double-check that all your documents are <strong>certified and legible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a <strong>copy of your submission confirmation<\/strong> for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams\u2014without the burden of immediate financial pressure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The North West Provincial Government is one of the departments of the South African government. 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