The PSIRA 2025 Bursary is offered by the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority to students pursuing security related studies. The bursary assist TVET and University or University of technology students. There are different amounts paid towards fees depending on the qualification pursued. Applicants for this funding opportunity must be between the ages of 19 up to 35 years old.
[ez-toc]WHAT IS PSIRA 2025 BURSARY?
The PSIRA Bursary is a financial aid awarded to successful applicants who are studying towards a Diploma or a Degree. Studies must be undertaken in a TVET college, University or Technology or University. It caters for students enrolled for a qualification in security related fields of studies. It is mainly for undergraduate studies and postgraduate students will not be supported.
FIELDS OF STUDY
The PSIRA Bursary is open to ANY field of study. Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements for 2025 academic year. Only Undergraduate studies will be considered.
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PSIRA 2025 BURSARY ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
If you wish to be considered by PSIRA for 2025 academic year, you must meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must be individuals employed within the security industry or children whose parents are PSIRA registered security officers
- Both the parent and student must be South African citizens
- Applicants must be aged between 19 and 35 years old to qualify
- Applicants must have completed Matric/Grade 12 and be registered at an institution of higher learning
- Applicants must be registered for undergraduate studies
- Postgraduate students will not be funded
PSIRA BURSARY VALUE
- TVET college applicants will receive a tuition fee of up to R25 000 maximum
- University and University of Technology students will receive a maximum of R45 000
- Funding will be allocated for the period of 12 months
PSIRA 2025 BURSARY APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Applicants must submit a fully completed application form (PDF).
- Certified copies of the ID of the legal parent and the learner (certified within the last 3 months).
- Proof of registration for 2025 academic year
- The PSIRA registration number of the applicant’s parent or guardian. The employer must be referenced in the application.
HOW TO APPLY FOR PSIRA BURSARY?
- STEP 1 – Download the official PSIRA 2025 Bursary Aplication Form (.PDF)
- STEP 2 – Complete all sections of the application form
- STEP 3 – Submit your complete application with all requirements to:
- Senior Manager: Human Capital Management
– Email address: financial.aid@psira.co.za
- Senior Manager: Human Capital Management
APPLICATIONS DEADLINE
31 January 2025
(Applications received later than the deadline will not be considered.)
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BURSARY PROVIDER’S CONTACT DETAILS
If you wish to contact PSIRA for queries relating to the bursary, please do so before the closing date. Use the following contact details:
- Phone number: 086 133 3850
*Please note:
- Only South African citizens may apply for this bursary. Applications from non-South African citizens will not be reviewed.
- Ensure all required documents are included with your application. Incomplete submissions will result in disqualification.
- Late applications will not be considered, so submit your application before the closing date.
This article was last updated in January 2025.
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