Premier's Bursary Programme

Applicants must be RSA citizens aged 18–30, unemployed and resident in the Northern Cape, and have applied to or be studying at a registered higher education institution.

Open · closes 31 Oct 2026 Bursary Northern Cape

Applications close 31 October 2026 Closing date; no late applications will be considered.

About

The bursary supports unemployed Northern Cape youth aged 18–30 who are RSA citizens and pursuing full-time undergraduate or first-qualification studies at an accredited South African higher education institution. Current Grade 12 learners, completed Grade 12 learners and students already enrolled at a higher education institution may apply. Financial need and academic performance are considered, with awards based on combined household income.

What it covers

R120 000 for combined household income R0–R350 000; R100 000 for R350 001–R550 000; R80 000 for R550 001–R800 000.

Bursary award amounts based on combined household income

Who can apply

RSA citizen residing in the Northern Cape

Unemployed youth aged 18–30

Applied for studies or already studying at a registered higher education institution

Undergraduate or first-qualification studies

Field of study aligned to scarce, critical and hard-to-fill positions in the province

Financial means and academic achievement are considered; STEM fields and persons with disabilities are prioritised

Documents to prepare

Completed application and supporting documents as per the OTP checklist

How to apply

1Obtain an application form from one of the listed offices.
2Submit the completed application and supporting documents to the Office of the Premier, T&I Office Building, 69 Memorial Rd, Monument Heights, Kimberley, 8301, or email it to BursAdmin@ncpetf.onmicrosoft.com by 31 October 2026.

Sources

Official sourceNorthern Cape Provincial GovernmentVisit the official website for the latest information.

Checked against www.northerncape.gov.za on 14 Oct 2026. Govnet is independent — always confirm with the provider.