SARB Bursary

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Be under 30 years old
• Have completed Matric or be currently in Matric
• Intend on studying full-time, towards an undergraduate degree qualification, in a field of study that is not be limited to the functions and activities of the SARB
• Be entering your 1st year of study in 2027
• Have been accepted or provisionally acceptance to study at a recognised and accredited university in South Africa
• Have achieved a minimum overall average of 70% for your Matric June exams
• Be in financial need
• Be unable to afford to attend university without a bursary
• Be from a disadvantaged background

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric June results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
• Matric final results/ certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Proof of acceptance/ provisional acceptance at university for the 2027 academic year (on institutions letterhead, with student number)
• Motivational essay to support your application (approximately 250 words) (read our tips on writing a motivational letter for your bursary application)

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

1. Check the requirements

   Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

2. Prepare your documents

   Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

3. Apply through the official channel
   • SARB External Bursary Application 2027
   • SARB External Bursary Application Form 2027

   Email [email protected]

   Option 1: Apply online for the SARB External Bursary Application 2027
   Option 2: Download and complete the SARB External Bursary Application Form 2027 (.pdf) Submit your completed application form and supporting documents in any of the following ways: Email: [email protected] Post: Dimpho Nkoana, POSTNET Suite 101, Private Bag X153, Bryanston, 2021

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around September. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.

Genuine bursaries never charge an application fee. How to spot bursary scams

Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]
• Phone 010 746 4366

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About SARB

The South African Reserve Bank, established in 1921, sets interest rates, issues banknotes and oversees the banking system.