Polokwane City Bursary 2026 – Your Chance to Study for Free
The City of Polokwane in Limpopo is offering a bursary for the 2026 school year. This is a scholarship that will pay for your tuition if you come from a family that doesn’t have a lot of money. If you finish Grade 12 or are a Grade 12 student and you want to study at a South African university, college, or technical school, you could qualify. The deadline to apply is 05 December 2025 at 4:30 pm. All documents and forms must be turned in by then – after that, applications won’t be looked at.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the City of Polokwane bursary you need to meet these simple rules:
- High‑school graduate or in Grade 12 – you must have finished or be currently finishing Grade 12.
- Studying for a first degree, national diploma, or N diploma – this could be a university degree, a college diploma, or a technical qualification.
- Live in Polokwane – you must be a permanent resident of the municipality.
- From a disadvantaged background – you should be from a family that needs financial help to study.
- South African citizen – you must hold a South African passport or ID.
- No other bursary – you cannot already be receiving a different scholarship that covers tuition.
If you meet all these points, you can send your application. The city will ask you to sign a contract once you are chosen.
What You’ll Need
Your application must be backed up with recent copies (no older than 3 months) of the following papers:
- Your South African ID
- Your most recent Grade 12 results or certificate if you are still in school
- Your parent’s or guardian’s ID
- A provisional acceptance letter from an accredited South African school (do not use private colleges or universities)
- Proof that you live in Polokwane – this could be a letter from your local community chief or a recent utility bill
- Proof of your household income:
- A payslip or other proof of income if your parent works
- An affidavit if your parent does not work
- A pension or SASSA grant letter if you receive one
- If your parents are divorced, a divorce decree
- If one or both parents have died, a death certificate
- If you have a disability, supporting medical records
All documents must be certified copies – normal photocopies are not enough.
How to Send Your Application
You can get the application form from any of these Polokwane municipality offices:
- City Centre & Cluster Offices – Seshego, Sebayeng, Aganang, Molepo, Mankweng, Chuene, Maja
- Human Resource Development SBU – Offices 905 & 903, at the corner of Landros Mare and Bodenstein Streets
You can also download the form here:
Download the City of Polokwane External Bursary Application Form 2026 (PDF)
Fill out the form and bring all the required documents to one of the offices listed above. Make sure to hand it in before 05 December 2025 at 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications won’t be looked at.
Important Things to Know
- Students with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply if they meet the basic rules.
- The bursary is part of Polokwane’s plan to help young people grow, learn new skills, and build a better future for the city and the wider Limpopo area.
- If you win, you will sign an official bursary contract with the city.
Need More Information?
Call the city at any of these numbers:
- 015 023 5068
- 015 290 2344
- 015 290 2029
Ask for Ms. Thuso Nemugomuni, City Manager if you need help.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re ready, click the link to download the application form:
Apply for the City of Polokwane Municipality External Bursary 2026
Good luck! This bursary could give you a whole new chance to study and build a brighter future.