The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) invites applications for its Scholarship Programme for the 2026 academic year. This initiative supports South African learners from Grade 8 to Grade 12 by providing financial assistance and academic support to enable learners to excel in their studies.
What Is This Scholarship Programme?
The SANRAL Scholarship Programme provides financial assistance and holistic support to learners at registered South African schools. The scholarship covers:
- School fees and boarding school fees (where applicable)
- Books and stationery
- School and sports uniforms (where applicable)
- Transport costs (where applicable)
- Registration fees (where applicable)
- Extra Maths and Science lessons
- Access to the SANRAL Wellness Programme
Learners with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Who Can Apply
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be South African citizens
- Be registered at an endorsed South African school
- Be applying for Grade 8 to Grade 12
- Achieve a minimum overall academic average of 60%
- Have a total household income of less than R550,000 per annum
- Complete an online application and upload all required supporting documents
Required Documentation
Applicants must submit the following certified documents:
Letters of Motivation:
- From parents/guardians
- From the applicant (2 pages) explaining why they deserve the scholarship
- From the school
Academic & Identification Documents:
- June academic results
- Certified ID/birth certificate (applicant)
- Certified ID copies of parents/legal guardians
Proof of Income:
- Latest salary slips or affidavit (not older than 3 months)
- Proof of legal guardianship where applicable
- Death certificates of parents (if applicable)
- Proof of registration for siblings in tertiary institutions
- Divorce agreements, Home Affairs letters, or affidavits for separated or single parents
Additional documents may be required depending on family circumstances, such as proof of foster care, marriage certificates, or proof of unemployment.
The Bursary Sponsor – SANRAL
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) is responsible for the development, maintenance, and management of South Africa’s national road network. Through its scholarship programme, SANRAL invests in educational development, empowering learners from diverse backgrounds to achieve academic excellence.
Closing Date
30 September 2025
Applications open on 1 June 2025 and must be completed online.
How to Apply
Applications must be completed online via the SANRAL Scholarship Portal.
For enquiries, contact:
Email: scholarships@sanral.co.za
Phone: Refer to SANRAL’s website for assistance.
⚠️ Important Notes:
- Incomplete, emailed, late, password-protected, or corrupted applications will not be considered.
- If you have not received feedback by 31 January 2026, consider your application unsuccessful.