Bursaries 2026 South Africa
Find verified South African bursaries for university, TVET, undergraduate and postgraduate students. Browse trusted funding opportunities with eligibility requirements, closing dates and direct application links.
Apply early and secure funding for your studies before deadlines close.
SASSETA Bursary 2026
A bursary for unemployed South African youth (18–35) to study at public universities, TVET colleges or selected institutions in priority fields such as law (LLB), STEM, veterinary science and other high-demand qualifications.30 January 2026 at 23:59.
KN Inzuzo Trust Bursary — Multiple Fields 2026
KN Inzuzo Trust Bursary funds tuition for deserving South African students in engineering, science, commerce & built environment.
Vhembe District Municipality Bursary 2026
Vhembe District Municipality’s bursary for Vhembe residents studying at South African public universities/TVETs. Covers tuition/expenses depending on field and need. Closes 23 Jan 2026. Apply with form and documents.
CETA Thapelo Madibeng Bursary 2026
CETA’s Thapelo Madibeng Bursary helps unemployed South Africans study built‑environment qualifications at public institutions — covering tuition, books, living costs & more. Apply online before 30 Jan 2026
Lephalale Municipality Bursary 2026
Lephalale Municipality bursary funds studies in scarce skills (engineering, planning, mining, etc.) for eligible residents. Complete the form with required documents and submit by 30 Jan 2026. �
Health Science Bursary Fund-IMASA 2026
Fund Welcome to the IMASA Health Science Bursary Fund! At the Islamic Medical Association of South Africa,
NSFAS Bursary (National Student Financial Aid Scheme) 2026
Government bursary funding for South African students studying at public universities and TVET colleges.
ITHUBA Bursary 2026
ITHUBA Holdings RF (Pty) Ltd (The 3rd National Lottery Operator), is on a quest to ensure that South African youth, from previously disadvantaged communities, receive the education they deserve and to bridge the social divides that exist in the country. ITHUBA is again awarding qualifying students with 100% bursaries for the year 2024, and applications are now open.
EIT Women in Engineering Scholarship 2026
Value: 25% discount on tuition fees for the next term/semester combined with mentorship with one of EIT’s female engineers
The MQA Bursary Scheme 2026
The MQA Bursary Scheme was established to increase the number of students taking careers in the mining and minerals sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
A bursary is financial support given to students to help cover study costs such as tuition fees, textbooks, and accommodation.
Most bursaries do not need to be repaid, but some require a work-back agreement after graduation.
High school learners, TVET students, university students, and postgraduate students can apply depending on requirements.
Click on any bursary listing, read requirements, and follow the official application link provided.