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