What is the N3TC Touching Lives Community Bursary 2026?
The N3 Toll Concession (RF) Proprietary Limited (N3TC) is looking for students who live along the N3 Toll Route in South Africa to help pay for their university fees in 2026. If you’re in your third or fourth year, or about to start an Honours degree, and you study one of the five listed subjects, this bursary could cover a big part of your tuition and other school costs.
Quick facts about the program
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | N3TC Touching Lives Community Bursary 2026 |
| Who runs it | N3 Toll Concession (RF) Proprietary Limited (N3TC) |
| Who can apply | 3rd‑year, 4th‑year or Honours students in 2026 |
| Subjects covered | Civil Engineering, Accounting, Marketing, Information Technology, Maths & Science Teaching |
| Where | Municipalities along the N3 Corridor: Alfred Duma, Dipaleseng, iNkosi Langalibalele, Mafube, Maluti‑a‑Phofung, Mpofana, Okhahlamba, Phumelela, uMngeni |
| Citizenship | South African only |
| Application method | Online only |
| Deadline | Monday, 26 January 2026, 12 h 00 (midday) |
| Late or missing paperwork | Not accepted |
Who can apply?
You need to meet all of these conditions:
- Study level – you must be a third‑year or fourth‑year student in 2026, or a student preparing for an Honours degree in 2026. First‑ or second‑year students are not eligible.
- Field of study – you must be studying exactly one of the following:
- Civil Engineering
- Accounting
- Marketing
- Information Technology (IT)
- Maths and Science Teaching
(Both degree and Honours programmes are acceptable.)
- Location – you must live in one of the N3 Toll Route municipalities listed above. Proof of residence is required and will be checked.
- Citizenship – only South African citizens can apply.
- Academic ability – you must show you can keep up with your studies.
- Financial need – you must prove you need help. The bursary is given based on both merit and need.
What the bursary can help you with
The exact amount is not set, but the money usually goes to:
- Paying for tuition fees
- Covering other academic costs
How the total is split depends on:
- How much money is available
- Your personal situation
- Whether all the documents you send match the requirements
Be honest and accurate when you fill out the application. Giving false information could stop you from receiving the bursary.
How to apply – step by step
Step 1 – Gather your documents
Before you start the online form, collect:
- A certified copy of your South African ID
- Proof that you live in a qualifying municipality (utility bill, lease, or a similar document)
- Your most recent academic transcript
- A document that shows you’re registered or accepted for 2026 (enrolment letter, admission notice, etc.)
- Proof of financial need (bank statement, a letter from a social worker, or a similar document)
Step 2 – Fill in the online application
Only the online form can be used. It will ask for the details above and for your personal information.
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Step 3 – Submit before the deadline
- Deadline: Monday, 26 January 2026, 12 h 00 (midday) – be sure to log in before it ends.
- Any application that arrives after midday or is missing paperwork will not be considered.
Got questions?
Use this email address only for general inquiries. We do not accept applications or documents by email. If you need help, you can still reach out, but you won’t be able to submit your bursary paperwork this way.
Remember the closing date
CLOSING DATE: 26 JANUARY 2026 – make sure you finish everything in time.
Good luck with your studies and your application!