The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Bursary aims to address South Africa’s skills shortage by supporting deserving students who are financially challenged. Matric/Grade 12 learners and first-year university students are invited to apply. They must be intending or pursuing studies in critical fields listed in this article.
This bursary program reflects the Bank’s commitment to education and social responsibility. Whether you are interested in economics, actuarial sciences, or medicine, this bursary could be your gateway to academic success.
SARB Bursary Eligibility Requirements
If you are interested in submitting your application for the SARB bursary you must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- you ,must have achieved an average pass mark of 70% in the June Grade 12/Matric examinations, with the final awarding of the bursary subject to final results;
- you must be younger than 30 years; and
- you must be in financial need (unable to afford to attend
university without a bursary).
SARB Bursary Fields of Study
If you are a South African student and you want your studies in any local university but have limited financial resources, you must apply. The bursary programme is open to applicants in these fields of study:
- Economics,
- Actuarial Sciences,
- Mathematical Statistics,
- Information Technology,
- Finance,
- Law
- Accounting
- Medicine,
- Dentistry and
- Social Work
A bursary will be awarded to first year applicants and is first reviewed each year. Successful applicants will not need to apply every year. The number of beneficiaries of this programme will be reviewed on a yearly basis.
The Reserve Bank (SARB) will provide bursars with vacation work opportunities that are funded by the Bank.
Over and above the criteria set out in paragraphs 1 to 3 above, the following will be used as guidelines in the awarding of bursaries:
- Bursaries will be awarded to qualifying bursary applicants who obtained an average of at least 70 percent in the June Matric/Grade 12 examinations with final awarding subject to final results and enrollment acceptance at a South African university.
- Bursaries will be awarded to South African citizens only.
- Only students who do not have the financial means of attending university would be considered for a bursary.
How To Apply?
Apply via SARB Bursary Application 2026 official page
Alternatively
Send examination results, proof of acceptance at a recognised institution (a student number) and any other supporting documents to:
Dimpho Nkoana
POSTNET Suite 101
Private Bag X153
Bryanston
2021
or
Email: sarbbursary@ttibursaries.co.za
Remember to use PROMO CODE: SARB2026
Closing Date
30 September for 2025
Bursary Contact Information
If you have queries regarding the SARB Bursary opportunity, feel free to contact them directly via:
- Phone: 010 746 4366
- Email: info@ttibursaries.co.za
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