City of Ekurhuleni Bursary 2026 Now Open: Students Can Apply for Funding in Engineering, IT, Finance and More

City of Ekurhuleni Bursary 2026 Now Open: Students Can Apply for Funding in Engineering, IT, Finance and More

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City of Ekurhuleni Opens Community Bursary Programme for 2026

The City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality has officially opened applications for the Community Bursary Programme for the 2026 academic year.

The bursary forms part of the municipality’s commitment to empowering young people, expanding access to higher education, and developing skills that support local service delivery.

Students living within the municipality who plan to study in 2026 are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

Fields of Study Supported

The bursary prioritises qualifications that contribute to infrastructure development, public services, and economic growth within the municipality.

Students can apply if they intend to study in one of the following fields:

  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Town and Regional Planning
  • Architecture
  • Environmental Science
  • Finance
  • Accounting and Auditing
  • Information Technology
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Health Sciences

Only qualifications offered by accredited South African institutions will be considered, including:

  • Universities
  • Universities of Technology
  • TVET Colleges

Who Can Apply?

To qualify for the City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality Community Bursary Programme, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Must be a South African citizen
  • Must be 18 to 35 years old
  • Must reside within the City of Ekurhuleni (proof required)
  • Must have completed Grade 12
  • Must have an acceptance letter or proof of registration for 2026
  • Must provide proof of total household income

Students currently studying or planning to study at TVET colleges are also encouraged to apply.

Youthscope :

Documents Required

Applicants must submit certified copies (not older than three months) of the following documents:

  • South African ID document
  • Matric certificate
  • Acceptance letter or proof of registration from an accredited institution
  • Proof of residence within Ekurhuleni
  • Motivation letter (maximum one page)
  • Proof of household income (salary slips or stamped bank statements with an affidavit)
  • Proof of social grant, if applicable

Submitting complete and accurate documents will improve the chances of your application being considered.

What the Bursary Covers

Depending on available funding, the bursary may cover:

  • Registration fees
  • Tuition fees
  • Prescribed textbooks
  • Accommodation and meals (where applicable)

This support helps students focus on their studies while reducing the financial burden of higher education.

Conditions for Successful Applicants

Students awarded the bursary must comply with several conditions, including:

  • Signing a bursary agreement with the municipality
  • Maintaining a minimum academic average of 70%
  • Participating in vacation work within municipal departments
  • Maintaining good academic and disciplinary standing

Funding may be renewed annually provided the student continues to meet the required academic performance.

City of Ekurhuleni Bursary 2026 Now Open: Students Can Apply for Funding in Engineering, IT, Finance and More

How to Apply

Application forms can be downloaded from the official website of the City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality.

Applicants can access the form at:

 www.ekurhuleni.gov.za

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted during the selection process.

Contact Details

For further information about the bursary programme, applicants can contact the municipality:

011 999 3516
011 999 9230
011 999 1946
011 999 1758
011 999 1844

Closing Date

 3 April 2026

Students who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply as early as possible to avoid missing the deadline.

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