National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC) Bursary South Africa 2025

The National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC) is a South African Development Finance Institution (DFI) established in 1996.

Their mission is to make housing finance accessible to low- and middle-income households, ultimately contributing to improved socio-economic conditions in South Africa.

The NHFC Bursary Fund was created to empower students from underprivileged backgrounds by providing financial assistance for studies related to the housing finance sector.

This initiative aims to cultivate a skilled workforce to address housing sector needs within the country.

About the National Housing Finance Corporation Bursary

The NHFC Bursary supports undergraduate (second year and above) and postgraduate students pursuing qualifications in various fields relevant to the housing sector.

These fields include:

  1. Built Environment
  2. Construction Economics
  3. Developmental Studies
  4. Economic Development
  5. Energy Efficiency
  6. Finance
  7. Housing
  8. Housing Construction
  9. Human Settlements
  10. Property Markets
  11. Real Estate
  12. Risk Management  

The bursary covers essential expenses like tuition fees, prescribed textbooks, and other study materials.

In some cases, depending on the NHFC’s discretion, student accommodation and other living expenses may also be included.

The NHFC bursary is renewable annually, provided the recipient maintains satisfactory academic performance.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the NHFC.

If you don’t receive any communication after the application deadline, assume your application was unsuccessful.

National Housing Finance Corporation Bursary Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for the NHFC Bursary, ensure you meet the following minimum requirements:

  1. You must be a South African citizen.
  2. You must have completed your Matriculation certificate.
  3. You must be enrolled in an undergraduate (second year or above) or postgraduate program in one of the fields listed above.
  4. You must have completed your first year of study and be entering your second year or higher.
  5. You must be registered at a recognized and accredited tertiary institution within South Africa.
  6. You must demonstrate a strong academic record.
  7. You must come from a financially disadvantaged background.

National Housing Finance Corporation Bursary Application Requirements

The application process for the National Housing Finance Corporation Bursary involves the following steps:

  1. Download Application Form: Download the NHFC Bursary Application form.
  2. Complete Application Form: Fill out the application form accurately and comprehensively.
  3. Supporting Documents: Prepare clear, certified copies of the following documents to be submitted with your application:
    • ID document
    • Matric certificate
    • Full tertiary academic record with transcripts on official university letterhead (most recent)
    • Proof of university admission (for first-year students only)
    • Parents or guardians’ ID documents (certified copies)
    • Proof of household income for parents/guardians (latest payslips or affidavit if unemployed)
    • Certified copies of ID documents or birth certificates for all dependents residing in your household
  4. Email Submission: Submit your completed application form and all supporting documents via email to bursary@nhfc.co.za with the subject line “NHFC Bursary Application 2025”.

Incomplete applications with missing documents will not be considered.

How to Contact

For any inquiries related to the NHFC Bursary Program, please contact the NHFC directly: bursary@nhfc.co.za.