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.
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.
SA Police Service Bursary 2026
The South African Policing Union (SAPU), founded in November 1993, represents a broad range of members within the policing sector, including those in the South African Police Service (SAPS), Department of Correctional Services (DCS), Metro Police, and Traffic Departments. SAPU is dedicated to being a non-racial, non-sexist, apolitical, and democratic organization. Its mission is to offer professional services to the nation, its members, and the community, driven by transparent and responsible leadership.
INSTITUTIONAL BURSARY APPLICATIONS – 2026 ACADEMIC YEAR 2026
The National Arts Council is pleased to announce the call for bursary applications for the academic year beginning in January 2026. The Bursary funding aims to provide support to aspirational arts practitioners in the acquisition of relevant arts qualifications and arts-related knowledge and skills base.
DSTI-CSIR Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme (IBS) 2027 South Africa 2026
The <strong>Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) Inter-Programme Bursary Scheme (IBS)</strong> is one of South Africa’s leading postgraduate funding opportunities for students pursuing advanced studies in science, engineering, technology, and research-related fields.
Gauteng City Region Academy (GCRA) Bursary 2026
Short description: Offers full-cost bursaries to qualifying South African youth, with preference given to applicants from Gauteng.
Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) Bursary 2026
Supports young South Africans pursuing degrees in leadership, public administration, or social sciences.
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.