Key Facts
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- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2026
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Permanent resident of Polokwane Municipality
- Completed Matric, or due to complete it in 2025
- Enrolled or accepted at a recognised institution of higher learning
- Studying toward a First Degree, National Diploma, or National N Diploma
- Preference given to financial management, water and sanitation, electrical engineering, or civil engineering
Documents Needed
- Certified copies of Grade 12 results
- Proof of admission from a tertiary institution
- Proof of parents' or guardians' income
- Proof of residence
About City of Polokwane Bursary
The City of Polokwane Bursary is an External Bursary Programme run by the Polokwane Municipality in Limpopo's Capricorn District. It supports permanent residents of the Polokwane municipal area who want to study toward a first degree, National Diploma, or National N Diploma.
The municipality gives preference to fields tied directly to its own service delivery needs, particularly financial management, water and sanitation, and electrical or civil engineering, though it also considers other scarce and critical skills within commerce, business, and government.
Funding Details
The bursary enables recipients to pursue diplomas or degrees at recognised institutions. The municipality has not published a detailed public breakdown of the exact rand amount or every cost item covered, so applicants should confirm the full benefit package once shortlisted.
Where You Can Study
Recipients may study toward a first degree, National Diploma, or National N Diploma at any recognised university, university of technology, or technical college.
About Polokwane Municipality
Polokwane Municipality is a local municipality in Limpopo's Capricorn District, governing the city of Polokwane and its surrounding areas. As with other South African municipalities, it is responsible for delivering basi…
View full provider profile →- Address
- Cnr Landdros Mare & Bodenstein Streets, Polokwane, 0700
- Phone
- 015 290 2344
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
Grade 12 learners who have completed matric, or who are due to complete it, may apply, along with students already enrolled at a recognised institution of higher learning. Preference goes to applicants studying financial management, water and sanitation, electrical engineering, or civil engineering, while other scarce or critical skills in commerce, business, and government are also considered.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
Applications for this cycle have closed. Check the provider's site for the next intake.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply for the City of Polokwane Bursary online?
No. Applications are not submitted online. Forms must be collected and handed in at Polokwane Municipality offices, including the City Centre and various cluster offices, or posted to the municipality.
Which fields of study get preference?
Financial management, water and sanitation, and electrical or civil engineering receive preference, though other scarce and critical skills in commerce, business, and government are also considered.
Do I need to be a Polokwane resident?
Yes. Applicants must be permanent residents of the Polokwane Municipality area.
What documents do I need to submit?
Certified copies of Grade 12 results, proof of admission from a tertiary institution, proof of parents' or guardians' income, and proof of residence.
When does the application period close?
For the 2026 academic year, applications closed on 5 December 2025 at 16:30, with no late applications accepted.
