Time is running out – the Ivanplats Bursary Opportunity 2026 closes on 22 May 2026. If you want financial help to finish a degree that could lead to a mining career, act now.
What the Ivanplats Bursary 2026 offers
Ivanplats (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of Ivanhoe Mines, runs a modern underground mining project near Mokopane, Limpopo. The company will fund students from the surrounding communities to study at a recognised South African university.
Bursary location: Mokopane, Limpopo, South Africa.
Who can apply
- South African citizen
- Completed Grade 12
- Enrolled in the first year or higher of an undergraduate programme
- Studying at a recognised South African university
- Living in a recognised Ivanplats mining community
Fields of study supported
- Mining
- Engineering
- Mine Survey
- Environmental Studies
- Geology
- Services‑related qualifications
What you will receive
- Full bursary funding for an undergraduate qualification
- Support for up to four (4) years of study
- Possibility of future work on underground and surface operations (if you study a mining‑related course)
How to apply – step by step
- Gather all required documents (see list below).
- Save them as PDF files and ensure each copy is certified where required.
- Visit the official application page: Apply for Ivanplats Bursary 2026.
- Complete the online form before the deadline on 22 May 2026.
- Submit the form and keep a screenshot of the confirmation page.
Required documents
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Certified copy of Grade 12 results or other qualifications
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of university registration or an acceptance letter
- Letter from your Tribal Authority or Ward Councillor confirming your residence
Tips to improve your chances
- Double‑check that you meet every eligibility point before you start the application.
- Make sure all certificates are signed and stamped by the issuing authority.
- Ask your Tribal Authority or Ward Councillor for the residence letter early – processing can take time.
- Verify that you are medically fit for underground work if you are applying for a mining‑related course.
- Submit the application well before the closing date; late entries are not accepted.
- Keep a copy of every document you upload in case the portal glitches.
Important notes
- Late applications will not be considered.
- Preference is given to Historically Disadvantaged South Africans (HDSA) from the local mining communities.
- If you do not hear back within 14 days after the deadline, you can assume the application was not successful.
Next steps
Start preparing your documents today. When everything is ready, log onto the official portal and submit your application before 22 May 2026. This could be the first step toward a rewarding career in mining.
