| Application status | OPEN |
| Closing date | 23 October 2026 |
| Provider | George Municipality |
| Programme | George Municipality External Bursary |
| Fields of study | Municipal and related fields, with preference for listed scarce-skill fields |
| Study level | Tertiary study |
| Citizenship | South African citizens residing within the George Municipal area |
| Academic year | 2027 |
- WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?
- WHAT ARE THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY REQUIREMENTS?
- WHAT DOES THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?
- HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?
- WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?
- WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?
- HOW DO I CONTACT GEORGE MUNICIPALITY ABOUT THE BURSARY?
- ABOUT GEORGE MUNICIPALITY
WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?
The George Municipality Bursary supports tertiary study in municipal, local-government and related fields. Preference is given to applicants studying in areas identified by the municipality as scarce skills.
- Financial-related study fields
- Building Control and Inspection
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Environmental Management and Biodiversity
- Renewable Energy Technology
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrician
- Plumber
- GIS and Land-use Management
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering – Roads and Water Management
- Information Technology
Related Bursaries:
- See other Government Bursaries and Scholarships in South Africa.
- See other General Bursaries and Scholarships available.
- See other Bursaries Still Open for Applications in year 2027.
WHAT ARE THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY REQUIREMENTS?
- You must be a South African citizen.
- You must permanently reside within the George Municipal area.
- You must be a current Grade 12 learner, have completed Grade 12 in 2024 or 2025, or be a recurring George Municipality bursary recipient.
- Your intended study field must be within the municipal, local-government or related study fields supported by the municipality.
- Preference is given to applicants studying in the municipality’s listed scarce-skill fields.
- Your joint annual household income must not exceed R350,000.
- You must provide documentary proof of academic performance.
- Applicants from designated groups are given preference.
WHAT DOES THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY COVER?
The George Municipality may award a bursary covering all or part of the total cost of studies.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?
Applicants must be completed online through the George Municipality External Bursary Application Form 2027 official page.
WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?
- Certified copy of your South African identity document or birth certificate, not older than six months
- Registration letter indicating the course and subjects enrolled for, together with a quotation or proof of payment for registration and quotations for tuition fees and books
- Letter of provisional acceptance or acceptance from the educational institution
- Curriculum vitae of no more than two pages
- Previous year’s academic results if applying for continuation of studies
- Proof of residence, such as a municipal account or another relevant document
- Grade 12 results or certified copies of your latest progress report
- Certified documentary proof of the combined income of your parents or guardians
- Statement outlining your parents’ or guardians’ monthly household expenses
- Proof of indigent household status, where applicable
WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE GEORGE MUNICIPALITY BURSARY?
23 October 2026.
Late submissions will be rejected.
HOW DO I CONTACT GEORGE MUNICIPALITY ABOUT THE BURSARY?
For bursary enquiries, contact the George Municipality’s bursary officials:
- Nondumiso Mbi: 044 801 9387
- Juanee November: 044 801 9457
- Email: gmun@george.gov.za
- Website: www.george.gov.za
ABOUT GEORGE MUNICIPALITY
George Municipality is a local government authority in the Western Cape. Its external bursary programme supports South African residents of the George Municipal area pursuing tertiary studies in municipal, local-government and related fields, with preference given to identified scarce-skill areas. The programme forms part of the municipality’s youth development and skills development efforts.