Closing Date: 31 December 2025
Location: All Provinces, South Africa
Company: Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA)
Apply: Email application to financial.aid@psira.co.za
Bursary Details: External study bursaries for registered security officers or their legal children to fund accredited tertiary education in South Africa.
Eligibility Criteria
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Private Security Sector Link: Applicant or parent/guardian must be a registered security officer.
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Citizenship: Applicant and parent/guardian must be South African citizens.
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Age: 19–35 years old.
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Education: Completed Matric; accepted or enrolled at a DHET-registered TVET college, university, or university of technology for 2026.
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Location: Open to all provinces.
Fields of Study
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Any accredited certificate, diploma, or undergraduate degree.
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Postgraduate studies are NOT funded.
Bursary Value
| Study Level | Max Amount per Year (VAT inclusive) |
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| TVET College | R25,000 |
| University / University of Technology | R45,000 |
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Funding covers tuition fees only for full-time studies.
Required Documents
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Fully completed PSIRA Application Form
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Certified copy of learner’s ID
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Certified copy of parent/guardian’s ID
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Abridged birth certificate (showing parentage)
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Proof of acceptance or registration for 2026
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PSIRA registration number of parent/guardian
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Affidavit for legal guardianship (if applicable)
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Latest academic results (for current tertiary students)
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Outstanding fee statement (if previously funded)
⚠️ Applications missing any required documents will not be considered.
How to Apply
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Download & Complete Application Form:
PSIRA Bursary Application Form PDF -
Prepare Supporting Documents (certified copies within last 3 months)
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Review Application to ensure form is fully completed, signed, and all attachments included
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Submit via Email:
📧 financial.aid@psira.co.za
Attention: Senior Manager – Human Capital Management -
Submit before 31 December 2025 – late or incomplete applications will not be accepted