PIC: Bursary Programme 2026

ByRainbow Time

Public Investment Corporation invites South African citizens under the age of 25 to apply for the 2026 bursary program. This opportunity supports first-time undergraduate students pursuing qualifications in fields such as Accounting, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Finance, Law (LLB), and various other disciplines critical to economic and financial development.

Applicants must meet academic requirements, including a minimum 60% pass rate for matriculants and a 60% average for tertiary students, and must be registered or accepted at a South African public accredited institution of higher learning.

Applications require submitting a certified copy of a South African ID, recent academic results, and proof of household income, among other supporting documents. Preference will be given to applicants living with disabilities.

The deadline for submitting the completed application form and documents via email is 31 October 2025. Only successful candidates will be contacted via email following the selection process.

Bursary applications will only be accepted from unemployed youth born and residing in these provinces:  

  • Mpumalanga
  • North West
  • KwaZulu-Natal
  • Northern Cape
  • Eastern Cape
  • Western Cape
  • Limpopo
  • Free State
  • Gauteng

Organization: Public Investment Corporation Program: Bursary Application 2026 Qualifications Covered:

  • Accounting & Accounting Science (CA stream)
  • Actuarial Science
  • Applied Development Economics
  • Cost and Management Accounting
  • Computer Science
  • Economics and Mathematical Science
  • Finance/Financial Management
  • Information Management/Systems/Technology
  • Internal Audit
  • Investment Management
  • Human Resources Management
  • Quantitative Finance
  • Mathematical Statistics
  • Research
  • Risk Management
  • Law (LLB)

Eligibility:

  • Open to South African citizens under 25 years old
  • First qualification only undergraduate level; no post-graduate
  • Preference given to:
    • Applicants living with disabilities
    • Matriculants must have a minimum 60% overall pass rate (mid-year results)
    • Tertiary students must achieve at least 60% per module and an overall 60% average in recent results
  • Applicants must be registered or accepted at a South African Public Accredited Institution of Higher Learning

Requirements:

  • A recently certified copy of your South African identity document (ID)
  • Mid-year 2025 academic results or the latest available results
  • A copy of your National Senior Certificate (Matric certificate), if completed
  • Proof of household income of parent(s) or legal guardian(s)
  • Latest payslip(s) (not older than 3 months)
  • If unemployed: an affidavit declaring unemployment and stating annual income
  • If self-employed: 3 months’ recent bank statements
  • Certified copy of parent(s)’ death certificate(s), if applicable
  • Proof of disability, if applicable to the applicant

How to Apply

To apply for the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) Bursary Programme 2026, start by obtaining the application form. Ensure you have a reliable email account, as all submissions must be sent electronically to [email protected]. Before completing the form, carefully review the eligibility criteria and qualifications covered to confirm your suitability, particularly noting that applications are restricted to unemployed youth born and residing in Mpumalanga, North West, KwaZulu-Natal, Northern Cape, Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Limpopo, Free State, or Gauteng. Gather all required documents, including a certified copy of your South African ID, your latest academic results (mid-year 2025 or most recent), proof of household income, and any applicable supporting documents like an unemployment affidavit or proof of disability.

Once your application form is fully completed and all supporting documents are compiled, attach them to an email and send them to [email protected]. Double-check that every document is certified and up-to-date, as incomplete or uncertified submissions will be disqualified. The deadline for submission is 31 October 2025, so submit your application well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues, especially considering today is 11:04 AM SAST on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, leaving you just over a week to finalize everything. After submission, monitor your email regularly for confirmation or additional requests, though note that only successful applicants will be notified via email, with outcomes expected by early 2026. For any queries, include your contact details in an email to the same address, but avoid last-minute inquiries to ensure timely assistance.

To submit your application, please click on Bursary Application form button, to download the 2026 Bursary Application form.

Download Application Form

Closing Date: 31 October 2025 Notification: Only successful applicants will be notified via email