Applicants must be South African citizens, show financial need, have public-university or university-of-technology admission and achieve at least 65% in major and required subjects. Mathematics Literacy is not accepted, and shortlisted households undergo income verification and assessment.
What it may cover
Funding and study level
The Nedbank Educational Trust determines the approved study support in its bursary offer; the current programme page does not publish one fixed award amount for every recipient.
What to do
Prepare without using an old form
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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.
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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Direct answers
Nedbank External Bursary Programme questions
Who should check Nedbank External Bursary Programme?
Applicants must be South African citizens, show financial need, have public-university or university-of-technology admission and achieve at least 65% in major and required subjects. Mathematics Literacy is not accepted, and shortlisted households undergo income verification and assessment.
What can Nedbank External Bursary Programme pay for?
The Nedbank Educational Trust determines the approved study support in its bursary offer; the current programme page does not publish one fixed award amount for every recipient.
Is Nedbank External Bursary Programme open now?
Check the current application cycle. The official source was checked on 30 August 2026; confirm the live call before sending documents.