Shell Bursary

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Studying towards a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) related qualification
• Be in your final year of study
• Have achieved a minimum result of 65% for 1st semester or previous year for year modules
• Be studying at a recognised and accredited public university or public TVET college in South Africa
• Not be receiving NSFAS funding or another full bursary (partial bursary holders can be considered)
• Have outstanding study fees
• Be from a disadvantaged/ underprivileged background

What the bursary covers

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Latest academic transcript
• University/ TVET acceptance letter
• Motivational letter to support your 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
   Shell Bursary Application 2026

   Applications must be submitted online at: Shell Bursary Application 2026

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 Shell

Shell is a global energy company with fuels, lubricants and other businesses in South Africa.