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City of Ekurhuleni Bursary 2027

Application Status● Open
Closing Date30 November 2026
Bursary ProviderCity of Ekurhuleni
Bursary Programme Full NameCity of Ekurhuleni Community Bursary Programme
Study LevelUndergraduate and TVET technical, artisan and apprenticeship qualifications
Academic Year2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE CITY OF EKURHULENI BURSARY COVER?

The City of Ekurhuleni Community Bursary Programme supports eligible students pursuing selected undergraduate qualifications and TVET technical, artisan and apprenticeship training. The programme focuses on study areas that develop skills relevant to the municipality’s needs.

The approved study areas include the following:

BUILT ENVIRONMENT

  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Property Studies
  • Building and Construction Management
  • Geomatics/GIS

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

  • Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology in Internet of Things (BICT in IoT)
  • BSc in Computer Science and Informatics specialising in Artificial Intelligence
  • BSc in Information Technology (BSc IT)

FINANCE

  • BCom Accounting and Finance
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH SCIENCES

  • Environmental Health
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Water Quality
  • Waste Management

TVET TECHNICAL, ARTISAN AND APPRENTICESHIP QUALIFICATIONS

The programme also supports selected technical, artisan and apprenticeship qualifications offered through TVET colleges. The listed options are:

  • Electrical Engineering (NATED)
  • Civil Engineering (NATED)
  • Electrical Infrastructure Construction
  • Building and Civil Construction

An N3 entry level is required for the listed TVET technical, artisan and apprenticeship qualifications.

Applicants should ensure that their intended qualification matches one of the study areas listed in the current bursary programme before submitting an application.

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WHAT ARE THE CITY OF EKURHULENI BURSARY REQUIREMENTS?

Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements set by the City of Ekurhuleni to be considered for the Community Bursary Programme.

To qualify, applicants must:

  • Be a South African citizen.
  • Permanently reside within the City of Ekurhuleni and provide proof of residence.
  • Be between 18 and 35 years old.
  • Have completed Grade 12 (Matric).
  • Have secured an acceptance letter or proof of registration for the relevant academic year.
  • Intend to study full-time towards an approved undergraduate qualification or eligible TVET technical, artisan or apprenticeship qualification.
  • Study at an accredited South African university, university of technology or TVET college.
  • Have an annual household income that does not exceed R600,000.

The bursary is renewable annually, subject to academic performance. Successful applicants must sign a bursary contract with the City. The municipality reserves the right to withdraw funding in cases of poor academic performance or misconduct.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE CITY OF EKURHULENI BURSARY?

Applications must be completed online through the City of Ekurhuleni Bursary Application 2027 official page.

Applicants should follow these steps to submit an application:

STEP 1: VISIT THE OFFICIAL BURSARY APPLICATION PORTAL

  1. Visit the City of Ekurhuleni Bursary Application Portal to begin the application process.
  2. Select Register and create a user profile by providing the required personal and contact information. Use a valid email address because the municipality uses email to activate applicant profiles and communicate application acknowledgements and outcomes.
  3. Check your email for the account activation message and follow the instructions to activate your profile. Once activated, log in to the bursary application portal.
  4. After logging in, select Community Bursary and click Apply to access the application form.
  5. Complete the online application accurately and attach the required supporting documents. Check that your personal details, residential information and supporting documents are correct before submitting.
  6. After submitting the application, the system generates a reference number. Keep this number for your records as proof of submission and for future enquiries about your application.
  7. Applicants can monitor the progress of their applications by logging into the portal and checking the My Applications section.

WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE CITY OF EKURHULENI BURSARY?

Applicants must submit certified copies of the following supporting documents:

  • Certified copy of your South African identity document.
  • Certified acceptance letter or proof of registration at an accredited institution.
  • Certified proof of residence within the City of Ekurhuleni.
  • Proof of household income.

Proof of household income may include the following, depending on your circumstances:

  • Salary slips.
  • A stamped bank statement accompanied by an affidavit.
  • Proof of a social grant, where applicable.

All certified documents must have been certified within the previous three months. Proof of residence must also not be older than three months.

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE CITY OF EKURHULENI BURSARY?

30 November 2026.

Late applications will be rejected.

HOW DO I CONTACT THE CITY OF EKURHULENI ABOUT THE BURSARY?

Applicants who need more information about the bursary can contact the municipality using the following telephone numbers:

  • Telephone: 011 999 3516
  • Telephone: 011 999 7772
  • Telephone: 011 999 8231
  • Telephone: 011 999 0547

Online application portal: https://bursaries.ekurhuleni.gov.za/

Applicants should use the official application portal for registration, submission and progress checks. Keep your application reference number available when making an enquiry about a submitted application.

ABOUT THE CITY OF EKURHULENI

The City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality is a metropolitan municipality in Gauteng, South Africa. It is responsible for local government administration and service delivery across its municipal area.

Through its Community Bursary Programme, the City supports academically deserving and financially needy residents who intend to pursue selected tertiary and technical qualifications. The programme aims to develop skills in areas relevant to the municipality and its service delivery needs.

The bursary provides eligible residents with an opportunity to pursue approved undergraduate or TVET technical and artisan studies, subject to the programme’s eligibility requirements and the municipality’s bursary conditions.

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