The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government is inviting eligible students to apply for its 2026 Bursary Programme, aimed at supporting studies in key priority skills areas across various provincial departments.
Closing Date
15 February 2026
About the Bursary
The KZN Government Bursary provides financial assistance to deserving students pursuing studies aligned with the province’s development needs.
The bursary covers approved study-related expenses to support students throughout their academic journey.
Fields of Study
Department of Human Settlements
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Construction Studies
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
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Agricultural Entomology (BSc)
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Agricultural Engineering (BSc)
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Industrial Engineering (National Diploma)
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Veterinary (Bachelor’s Degree)
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Veterinary Science (BVSc)
Department of Transport
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Civil Engineering (BSc)
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Maritime Studies (Bachelor’s Degree)
Bursary Coverage
The bursary may cover the following expenses:
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Tuition fees
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Accommodation
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Meals or stipend
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Prescribed textbooks (where applicable)
How to Apply
Application Forms
Application forms can be collected from:
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Operation Sukuma Sakhe War Rooms
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Department of Education District Offices
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Student Funding Offices at Institutions of Higher Learning
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Local Municipalities
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Libraries
Submission of Applications
Department of Human Settlements
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Post:
The Director, Organisational Development
Department of Human Settlements
Private Bag X54367
Durban, 4000 -
Hand Delivery:
The Director, Organisational Development
14th Floor, Eagle Building
353–363 Dr Pixley Kaseme Street
Durban
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
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Post:
The Director, Human Resource Development
Private Bag X9059
Pietermaritzburg, 3200 -
Hand Delivery:
R103 Cedara Off-Ramp
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Pietermaritzburg
Department of Transport
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Post:
The Bursary Section
Private Bag X9043
Pietermaritzburg, 3200 -
Hand Delivery:
Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumalo House
172 Burger Street
Pietermaritzburg