Key Facts
- Status
- Applications Open
- Provider
- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Minimum 70% overall average in Matric (or equivalent tertiary academic record)
- Studying or planning to study in an eligible field such as Engineering, IT, Finance, or Logistics
- Applications must be submitted online only; email or hand-delivered applications are not accepted
About Mercedes Benz Bursary
The Mercedes-Benz South Africa Bursary Programme is run by Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA), based at its East London manufacturing plant, to support high-achieving Matric and tertiary students with full financial backing for their studies alongside workplace exposure at the company.
Funding Details
The bursary covers tuition fees, meals, accommodation, stationery, and allowances. Recipients may also be offered vacation work at the Mercedes-Benz plant in East London during university holidays.
Where You Can Study
Fields of study include Engineering, Information Technology, Finance, and Logistics, among other business- and technical-related disciplines relevant to Mercedes-Benz's automotive operations.
About Mercedes-Benz
About Mercedes-Benz South Africa Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) is the local arm of the German carmaker. Its plant in Gately, East London, in the Eastern Cape, has built vehicles since the late 1950s. Today the plant …
View full provider profile →- Address
- 7 Settlers Way, Gately Industrial Township, East London, 5200
- Phone
- +27 43 706 9111
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
Open to South African students who have achieved a minimum overall average of 70% in Matric (third-term results for current Matric applicants, or final results for those already at tertiary level), and who are studying or intend to study in a qualifying field.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did the most recent intake close?
The most recently published Mercedes-Benz South Africa bursary round for the 2026 intake closed on 28 November 2025. That window has passed.
When does the next intake open?
As of this page's last verification (28 August 2026), Mercedes-Benz South Africa had not yet advertised its next bursary intake on its careers portal. Check the official Mercedes-Benz careers site for the current opening.
How will I know if I was successful?
Historically, Mercedes-Benz South Africa has advised that shortlisted candidates are contacted within six weeks of the closing date, and applicants who hear nothing by then should consider their application unsuccessful.
Can I apply by email?
No. Applications must be submitted through the official online careers portal; email and hand-delivered applications are not accepted.
