Student funding

National Treasury bursary

National Treasury bursary: External bursary funding for students pursuing qualifications relevant to National Treasury's work. This page explains the official route without promising an award.

Evidence checked South Africa2027 applications open · deadline
Short answer

The 2027 call requires the current advert and application form. Academic performance, intended field and household circumstances are assessed by National Treasury.

What it may cover

Funding and study level

Approved study costs stated in the bursary agreement.

undergraduateeconomicsfinanceaccountingpublic policy and other Treasury priority fields

What to do

Apply before the published deadline

1

Check how this route works2027 applications open; published deadline 30 September 2026. Old adverts and screenshots may have expired.

2

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.

3

Use the official applicationOpen the provider route on this page and use its own form or portal before the published deadline.

4

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

National Treasury External Bursary questions

Who should check National Treasury External Bursary?

The 2027 call requires the current advert and application form. Academic performance, intended field and household circumstances are assessed by National Treasury.

What can National Treasury External Bursary pay for?

Approved study costs stated in the bursary agreement.

Is National Treasury External Bursary open now?

2027 applications open. The official source was checked on 30 August 2026; confirm the live call before sending documents.