TVET Colleges Bursaries 2026

TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) college bursaries are financial awards or scholarships given to students who aspire to study vocational and technical education programs at these colleges. These bursaries are intended to reduce the financial constraints that sometimes come with pursuing higher education, particularly in technical and vocational fields.

Bursaries are essentially a type of financial aid that assists students in covering different educational costs such as tuition, textbooks, supplies, and, in some cases, living expenses.TVET college bursaries can be granted by a variety of sources, including government agencies, business organizations, non-profit organizations, and the colleges themselves.

TVET Colleges Bursaries Eligibility Requirements

To be qualified for a TVET College bursary you must meet the following requirements:

• A minimum academic qualification of Grade 9 (nine) is required, with a minimum average of 40%.
• The annual gross income of your household must not exceed R 122 000.
• You must have an acceptable academic record and demonstrate the capacity to complete the program successfully.
• You must consent to continued counseling and academic evaluation.
• The Bursary will pay the cost of classes.
  It may also pay a portion of the cost of living and/or travel.
• Before any funds are given, the student must sign a bursary agreement for the bursary to be completely effective.

Requirement To Apply For TVET College Bursaries

Bursary qualifications can range significantly, from academic achievement and field of study to financial status and disadvantaged communities. The general requirements are:

• Signed bursary application form
• 5 Certified copies of I.D.
• Proof of income (grant, pensions, etc) of both parents OR
• The affidavit, if parents/sponsor/guardians are unemployed, deceased, or their whereabouts, are not known
• Latest academic results of the applicant (average of 40%)
• Proof of residence
• I.D. or birth certificates of all household members
• Reports of all students in the household

TVET Colleges Bursaries 2026

The due dates for bursary applications will be reported after the Scholarly Year/Period. This date is regularly around the conclusion of November each year, but understudies ought to keep an eye on their Facebook, Twitter, or site for more data.

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Documents Required To Apply For TVET College Bursaries 2026

On each bursary listing, you will find instructions on how to apply for the specific bursary program. Some bursaries have an online bursary application, while others require students to download an application form, which will then be submitted via email, fax, post, or hand delivery. Students are always required to submit supporting documentation when applying, which may include (but is not limited to):

• A certified copy of your South African ID document (or South African permanent residence if applicable)
• A certified copy of your academic records (Matric latest results if currently in Matric, Matric certificate if completed Matric, full academic record if currently studying at tertiary level)
• Proof of tertiary application, registration, or acceptance (on the institution’s letterhead)
• A motivational letter explaining why you should be selected for the bursary award
• Proof of household income showing financial need (this will include your parents/guardians’ proof of income or proof of unemployment)
• Proof of residence – this only applies if the bursary specifies that it only covers students residing in a certain region

How To Put In An Application TVET College NSFAS Bursaries 2026

NSFAS bursaries can be sent through the NSFAS online application or their offices. On the other hand, if you are applying online, you can follow the steps below;

• Create a profile:

Create a myNSFAS account via this link: https://my.nsfas.org.za/ or download the NSFAS App on Google Play or App Store. Your ID number will be your username.

• Apply now:

Click on the “Apply’ tab to update your personal information and upload your application supporting documents, as indicated.

• Complete:

Submit your application

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Bursaries are essentially a type of financial aid that assists students in covering different educational expenditures such as tuition, textbooks, supplies, and, in some cases, living expenses. Bursaries, unlike loans, are often awarded based on merit, financial necessity, or a mix of the two, and they are not returned. For more information visit the TVET Colleges official website.