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Capitec Bank Bursary Programme 2026

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Company: Capitec Bank
Programme: Capitec Bursary Programme
Academic Year: 2026
Study Level: Bachelor’s Degree / Honours (NQF Level 7+)
Study Mode: Full-time only
Application Status: Currently Closed (for 2026 intake)

 About the Capitec Bursary

The Capitec Bursary Programme supports talented South African students who want to pursue studies in fields that are critical to the future of banking and financial services.

The bursary provides financial support, career development opportunities, and workplace readiness training to help students transition successfully from university into the professional world.

Students also gain exposure to the workplace and develop professional skills while studying.

 What the Bursary Covers

Successful applicants may receive funding for:

✔ Registration fees
✔ Full tuition fees
✔ Accommodation
✔ Textbooks
✔ Meal allowance
✔ Stipends

Final funding details are confirmed only after successful applicants receive their official bursary award letter.

 Additional Benefits

Recipients may also receive:

  • Workplace readiness training

  • Onboarding support

  • Personal brand development

  • Career guidance and mentoring

 Important Conditions

  • The bursary is renewable annually depending on:

    • academic performance

    • student engagement

    • sponsor budget

  • Students are not guaranteed funding for the entire duration of their studies.

Work-Back Obligation

Students must work for Capitec after completing their studies for the same number of years they received bursary funding.

Failure to do so may require repayment of the bursary value plus interest.

Disclosure Requirements

If a student:

  • is not studying full-time

  • has undisclosed employment

  • provided false information

the bursary may be cancelled and funds must be repaid.

 Who Can Apply?

Applicants must:

✔ Be a South African citizen
✔ Be studying full-time in 2026
✔ Be registered at a DHET/CHE accredited tertiary institution

Eligible applicants include:

  • 2025 matric students

  • Gap-year students after matric (2024)

  • University students currently studying

 Academic Requirements

Grade 12 Applicants

  • Bachelor’s pass

  • Minimum 65% overall average

Current University Students

  • Minimum 65% academic average

 Eligible Fields of Study

Students must be studying towards NQF Level 7 or higher qualifications in fields such as:

  • Actuarial Science

  • Computer Science

  • Information Systems

  • Information Technology

  • Digital Marketing

  • Economics

  • Finance

  • Mathematics

  • Quantitative Management

  • Statistics

 Who Cannot Apply

This bursary is NOT open to:

  • N4 / N5 / N6 students

  • Higher Certificate students

  • Diploma / Advanced Diploma students

  • Master’s or Doctoral students

  • TVET College students

  • Distance learning students (e.g. UNISA)

  • Community college students

 Required Documents

All certified documents must be less than 3 months old.

All Applicants Must Submit

  • Certified South African ID copy

  • Parent / guardian ID copies or death certificates

  • Proof of household income

  • SASSA documents or payslips (if applicable)

  • NSFAS confirmation letters or affidavit

  • Proof of other bursaries or affidavit

Matric Students

  • Certified Grade 11 final report

  • Grade 12 Term 2 report

  • Matric certificate (if available)

Current University Students

  • Certified matric certificate

  • Latest academic transcript

  • University fee statement

  • Full tertiary academic records

 Selection Process

Applicants may go through:

1️⃣ Application screening
2️⃣ Shortlisting
3️⃣ Interviews
4️⃣ Psychometric assessments

Bursaries are awarded according to the organisation’s Employment Equity plan.

 How to Apply

Applicants must complete the online application form and upload all required documents.

Incomplete or inaccurate applications will be rejected.

 Application Status

Applications for the 2026 Capitec Bursary are currently closed.

Applicants who do not receive feedback within 3 months after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

 NextStepZA Tip

Before applying for future Capitec bursaries:

✔ Keep your academic average above 65%
✔ Prepare all certified documents early
✔ Ensure your study field matches the banking and technology sectors

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