The Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) supports skills development across South Africa’s services sector. Its bursary programme may assist eligible students pursuing further education in services-related fields.
According to a bursary listing updated in 2026, applications for the Services SETA Bursary 2027 are open until 31 October 2026. However, applicants should confirm the current intake, participating institution and application procedure with Services SETA before submitting their documents.
Services SETA Bursary 2027: At a Glance
Bursary provider: Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA)
Academic year: 2027
Study level: Undergraduate and postgraduate, subject to the current intake’s rules
Fields of study: Selected services-sector qualifications
Reported closing date: 31 October 2026
Official website: https://www.servicesseta.org.za/
Enquiries: customercare@serviceseta.org.za
What Does the Bursary Cover?
The available bursary listing reports that support may include:
Full or partial tuition fees.
Accommodation and meals for eligible unemployed students.
Travel and research allowances for eligible postgraduate students.
The exact benefits and funding limits for the 2027 intake have not been confirmed in an official advert available for verification. Applicants should check the terms that apply to their institution and qualification.
Who Can Apply?
The current third-party listing gives the following indicative eligibility requirements:
Be a South African citizen with a valid identity document.
Be studying, or have been accepted to study, an NQF Level 5 or higher qualification in a relevant services-sector field.
Have an overall academic average of at least 50%.
Meet the financial-need requirements.
For unemployed applicants, be between 18 and 35 years old.
Please note: These requirements have not been independently confirmed against an official 2027 application document. Additional conditions may apply, and the host institution may determine the application process.
Which Fields of Study May Qualify?
Services-sector qualifications can include areas such as:
Business management
Human resource management
Marketing and communication
Public administration
Personal care
Real estate and related services
Other qualifications aligned with the services sector
Not every qualification in these areas will necessarily qualify for funding. Applicants should confirm that their specific course is supported in the current intake.
Documents to Prepare
The bursary listing identifies the following documents as potentially required:
Certified copy of your South African ID.
Latest academic transcript or results.
Proof of registration at the relevant institution.
Proof of household income.
The official application instructions may require additional documents. Prepare clear copies, but submit them only through the verified application channel.
How to Apply for the Services SETA Bursary
The application route may depend on which institution is administering the current bursary cycle. Do not assume that there is one universal application form for every applicant.
Follow these steps:
Visit the official Services SETA website: https://www.servicesseta.org.za/
Contact Services SETA to confirm whether the 2027 bursary intake is accepting applications and which institution is administering it.
If you are studying at a university or TVET college, contact its financial aid office to ask whether it is participating in the current funding cycle.
Request the official application form, eligibility criteria and document checklist.
Submit your application through the confirmed channel before the applicable deadline.
Reported closing date: 31 October 2026. Because this date comes from a third-party bursary listing, verify it directly before relying on it.
Contact Services SETA
For enquiries, use the contact details published on the official Services SETA website:
Telephone: 011 276 9600
Website: https://www.servicesseta.org.za/
Final Reminder
The Services SETA Bursary 2027 is listed as open by a third-party bursary information website, with a reported deadline of 31 October 2026. Before applying, confirm the intake, host institution, eligible qualifications, funding benefits and submission method with Services SETA or the relevant institution.
NextStepZA recommends using official sources for final application requirements and avoiding unverified application links.