SETA funding

merSETA bursary

merSETA bursary: Sector-funded study and workplace-learning opportunities in manufacturing and engineering. This page explains the official route without promising an award.

Evidence checked South AfricaCalls open and close during the year
Short answer

Requirements and availability change by funded call, employer and training provider.

What it may cover

Funding and study level

Call-dependent bursary, training or learner support.

bursarylearnershipapprenticeshipinternshipmanufacturingengineeringautomotivemetalplastics

What to do

Prepare without using an old form

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Check how this route worksCalls open and close during the year. Old adverts and screenshots may have expired.

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Compare the rules with your situationRead the short answer above one condition at a time. If a condition is unclear, ask the provider before sending documents.

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Do not submit an old formUse the official provider route to look for a new call. Prepare the listed evidence, but do not send documents until the provider publishes a current application route.

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Keep your records privateSave results, document lists, submitted forms and reference numbers that apply to you. Never share an OTP, password or banking PIN.

Direct answers

merSETA funding opportunities questions

Who should check merSETA funding opportunities?

Requirements and availability change by funded call, employer and training provider.

What can merSETA funding opportunities pay for?

Call-dependent bursary, training or learner support.

Is merSETA funding opportunities open now?

Calls open and close during the year. The official source was checked on 30 August 2026; confirm the live call before sending documents.