Fund Your Skills
Development
Programme
Apply for NSF funding, manage your contracts, and submit project reports — all in one secure digital platform. Trusted by 1,200+ Skills Development Providers across South Africa.
From Registration to Funding in 8 Steps
NSF Connect digitises every stage of the funding lifecycle — from RFP discovery to final payment disbursement.
Register & Verify
Create your SDP profile and complete automated verification against CIPC, SARS, CSD, and QCTO databases.
Browse & Apply
Explore published RFPs, read the TOR, and submit a complete application with all required documents online.
Evaluation
Your application undergoes admin compliance verification and structured technical evaluation by NSF assessors.
Due Diligence
Selected SDPs undergo a due diligence assessment covering governance, finance, and delivery capacity.
Award & Contract
Successful SDPs receive award letters. MOA is compiled, reviewed, and signed digitally via Adobe Sign.
Project Delivery
Deliver your skills programme and track learner participation. Submit quarterly reports via the portal.
Reporting & Review
Submit QFR and PIR reports quarterly. NSF reviews, signs off, and processes payment tranches.
Receive Funds
After report approval, funds are disbursed directly to your verified bank account within 3–5 business days.
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Everything You Need in One Place
A fully digital, secure, and transparent platform that simplifies every step of the NSF funding process.
Secure & Verified
Automated verification against CIPC, SARS, CSD, QCTO, and Home Affairs. Your data is protected and compliant with POPI Act.
Digital Signatures
Sign contracts and reports digitally via Adobe Sign. No printing, scanning, or couriering required. Legally binding under the ECTA.
Transparent Payments
Track every tranche payment in real-time. Payments processed directly to your verified bank account within 3–5 business days after approval.
Simplified Reporting
Pre-populated QFR and PIR templates. Upload learner evidence once — system validates and routes for review automatically.
Real-Time Tracking
Monitor your application status from submission through evaluation, due diligence, and award — at every stage, in real time.
Mobile Friendly
Access the portal from any device. Submit documents, check status, and sign contracts from your phone or tablet — anywhere, anytime.