The SAIEE Bursary Scheme 2027 is open for undergraduate engineering students who meet the South African Institute of Electrical Engineers’ bursary requirements. SAIEE’s official bursary application page confirms that completed applications close on 30 September each year.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: South African Institute of Electrical Engineers (SAIEE)
Opportunity type: Undergraduate engineering bursary
Who it’s for: Undergraduate students in SAIEE-aligned engineering study routes
Study level: Undergraduate study only
Fields: Electrical / Electronic Engineering and related engineering study routes, as set out by SAIEE
Closing date: 30 September 2026
Last verified: 14 July 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
SAIEE’s application instructions are strict. Applicants must include a handwritten motivation letter with the downloaded application form, and failure to submit the motivation letter can disqualify the application.
This is an undergraduate bursary route. SAIEE states that bursaries are only awarded for undergraduate studies, so postgraduate applicants should not use this application route unless SAIEE publishes a separate postgraduate opportunity.
About the sponsor
The South African Institute of Electrical Engineers is a professional institute serving electrical, electronic and related engineering professionals in South Africa. Its bursary scheme supports deserving undergraduate students and helps build the engineering skills pipeline.
Source Link: SAIEE Bursary
What it covers
The public SAIEE bursary application instructions confirm the bursary application route and eligibility notes, but do not publish a fixed rand value on the visible application page. Applicants should confirm award value, payment process and renewal conditions directly with SAIEE if shortlisted.
Eligibility
- Must be applying for undergraduate study support
- Must be in a SAIEE-aligned engineering field, including Electrical / Electronic Engineering routes
- Must submit a complete SAIEE application form
- Must include a handwritten motivation letter
- Must provide proof of parents’ or guardian’s salary
- Must ensure certified Grade 12 certificate or certified year-end examination results reach SAIEE by 14 January
Documents to prepare
- Completed SAIEE bursary application form
- Handwritten motivation letter
- Proof of salary of parents or guardian
- Certified copy of Grade 12 certificate or certified year-end examination results
- Any additional documents required in the downloaded application form
Closing date
30 September 2026.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Leaving out the handwritten motivation letter
- Submitting after the 30 September closing date
- Applying for postgraduate study through the undergraduate bursary route
- Forgetting proof of parents’ or guardian’s salary
- Not sending certified Grade 12 or year-end results by the January follow-up deadline
How this opportunity was verified
Verified against SAIEE’s official bursary application page and SAIEE’s bursary provider information, including the 30 September closing date, undergraduate-only rule and required supporting documents.
How to apply
- Open the SAIEE bursary application page.
- Download the bursary application form from the SAIEE website.
- Complete the form and write the required motivation letter by hand.
- Attach proof of parents’ or guardian’s salary and other supporting documents.
- Return the completed application to the SAIEE Secretary at the address specified by SAIEE before the closing date.