National Treasury Bursary

Fields of study

• Accounting
• Economics
• Finance
• Law

What the bursary covers

• Registration fees
• Tuition fees
• Accommodation
• Prescribed material
• Board exams
• Editing costs
• A monthly allowance

Documents you will need

• Completed National Treasury Bursary Application Form 2027 (this is an editable pdf document)
• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric statement of results and certificate
• Tertiary official academic record (from first year up to the latest results available)
• Tertiary certificates, if available
• Motivational letter (see more information on the application form) (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Proof of registration for 2026

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
   • National Treasury Bursary Application 2027
   • Register an account
   • Login

   Applications must be submitted online at: National Treasury Bursary Application 2027

   Applicants will be required to Register an account before they can Login and apply.

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

About National Treasury

National Treasury manages South Africa's public finances, prepares the national budget and oversees financial management in government.