If you’re a South African student who needs a little extra money to cover tuition, books or living costs for the 2026 academic year, this is your last chance to find a scholarship that fits your plans. Below you’ll find fourteen different bursary programmes that close on or before 31 January 2026. Each one has a short description, the closing date, and a link where you can see what you need to submit and how to apply.
Total bursaries listed: 14
1. African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) Bursaries 2026
ARM is looking for bright South African students to fund.
Closing: 30 January 2026.
Apply for ARM bursaries here
2. CETA Thapelo Madibeng Bursaries 2026
Run by the Construction Education and Training Authority, this one is for anyone studying anything that involves building and construction.
Open: 5 January 2026 at 08:00.
Close: 30 January 2026 at 00:00.
Learn more and apply
3. East London IDZ (ELIDZ) Bursaries 2026
High‑performing students who have been accepted to a South African university can apply.
Closing: 30 January 2026.
Details and application
4. Greater Letaba Municipality Bursaries 2026
Only students who live inside the Greater Letaba Municipality area can qualify.
Closing: 30 January 2026.
See requirements and apply
5. Lephalale Municipality Mayoral Bursary Fund 2026
The local government of Lephalale offers this fund for nearby students.
Closing: 30 January 2026.
More info and application
6. Pyrotec Bursaries 2026
Pyrotec invites anyone interested in their programmes to apply.
Closing: 30 January 2026.
Check details and apply
7. South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) Bursaries 2026
SANAS is offering a scholarship to help you finish your studies.
Close: Friday, 30 January 2026 at 16:30.
Apply now
8. Safety and Security SETA (SASSETA) Bursaries 2026
This one is for students who are currently unemployed and want to study in safety or security.
Close: 30 January 2026 at 23:59.
Find out more
9. Shell South Africa Bursaries 2026
Shell is open to South African students looking for support.
Close: 30 January 2026.
Learn about this bursary
10. West Wits Mining Bursaries 2026
West Wits Mining offers a scholarship for students studying related fields.
Close: 30 January 2026.
Apply here
11. Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) Bursaries 2026
ATNS supports students in aviation‑related courses.
Close: 31 January 2026.
Details and application
12. KN Inzuzo Trust Bursaries 2026
This trust is for Black South African women in their second or third year of university, or who are doing postgraduate work.
Close: 31 January 2026.
See the requirements and apply
13. Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury Bursaries 2026
If you’re from the Eastern Cape, this is a good option.
Close: 31 January 2026.
Learn more
14. Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) Bursaries 2026
This department backs students doing heritage‑related studies.
Close: 31 January 2026.
More info and how to apply
Final Reminder
Most of these bursaries finish between 30 and 31 January 2026. If you miss the deadline, you could lose the chance to get help for the whole academic year.
- Apply right away.
- Make sure you send all the documents the programme asks for.
- Double‑check that you meet the eligibility rules before you submit.
Good luck with your applications!