NERSA Bursary

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Intend on studying towards a Masters or PhD Degree within one of the fields above, in 2026
• Have been accepted to study at a University or University of Technology in South Africa
• Have a strong academic record
• Demonstrate potential for academic success
• Be from a previously disadvantaged background
• Be in financial need
• Not be in receipt of any other bursary funding
• Be interested in following a career in the energy sector

What the bursary covers

• Registration fees
• Tuition fees
• Accommodation
• Prescribed books/a laptop

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Full tertiary academic record of highest qualification completed (certified copy)
• University or University of Technology acceptance letter (on institutions letterhead)
• Motivational letter explaining why you should be awarded a bursary (approximately 500 words) (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copies)
• Parents or guardians household proof of income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, proof of grant or pension if applicable)

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
   Email [email protected]Email [email protected]

   – Post: The National Energy Regulator of South Africa Human Resources Department PO Box 40343 Arcadia Pretoria 0007
   – Hand delivery: NERSA Offices Kulawula House 526 Madiba Street Arcadia Pretoria 0007

   Students who meet the above criteria, may apply via any of the following methods (only apply via 1 method): – Email: [email protected] (Insert the words “NERSA Bursary 2026” in the email subject line).

   Note: applications must be marked for the attention of Ms Lena Rankhumise or Mr Nkanyiso Magwaza.

   Note: there is no application form to be completed for this bursary application – students need only submit the list of documents below to apply.

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around February. 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 012 401 4600

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

About NERSA

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) regulates electricity, piped gas and petroleum pipelines.