The current notice requires South African citizenship, Northern Cape residence, age 18 to 30, admission or current study at a registered institution, and an approved field. Academic results, district spread, disability and household means are considered.
What it may cover
Funding and study level
The published award bands are up to R120,000, R100,000 or R80,000 depending on combined household income, subject to selection and contract.
What to do
Apply before the published deadline
Check how this route works2027 applications open; published deadline 31 October 2026. Old adverts and screenshots may have expired.
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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Direct answers
Northern Cape Premier bursary questions
Who should check Northern Cape Premier bursary?
The current notice requires South African citizenship, Northern Cape residence, age 18 to 30, admission or current study at a registered institution, and an approved field. Academic results, district spread, disability and household means are considered.
What can Northern Cape Premier bursary pay for?
The published award bands are up to R120,000, R100,000 or R80,000 depending on combined household income, subject to selection and contract.
Is Northern Cape Premier bursary open now?
2027 applications open. The official source was checked on 30 August 2026; confirm the live call before sending documents.