Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Application Closing Date: 25 August 2025
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the National Treasury Bursary Scheme 2026, applicants must meet the following requirements:
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South African citizen.
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Registered for full-time undergraduate studies at a local accredited University or University of Technology.
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Achieved an academic average of 65% or above in the latest exams (mid-year/June 2025).
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In the second year of studies or higher.
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Demonstrate financial need (combined household income must not exceed R600,000 per annum).
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Preference will be given to high-performing students with top grades.
Fields of Study Covered
The bursary supports students studying towards qualifications in the following fields:
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BCom Accounting
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BCom Economics
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Diploma in Logistics
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Degree/Diploma in Graphic Design
What the Bursary Covers
The National Treasury Bursary provides funding for:
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Registration fees
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Tuition fees
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Accommodation
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Prescribed textbooks
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Monthly allowance
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following:
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Completed application form (available here).
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Certified copy of South African ID.
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Grade 12 certificate and statement of results.
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Official academic transcript (1st-year mid-year/June 2025).
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Certified copies of parent(s)/guardian(s) IDs.
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Proof of income (salary slips) or affidavit if unemployed.
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Death certificate if parent(s) are deceased.
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Affidavit if parent(s) are not in your life.
How to Apply
Submit your completed application form and supporting documents to:
Email: bursaries@treasury.gov.za
Important: Applications submitted via post, fax, hand delivery, or after the closing date will not be considered.
Employment Equity
The National Treasury is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities.