KPMG South Africa is accepting applications for its bursary programme for students pursuing a SAICA-accredited qualification and a future career as a Chartered Accountant or CA(SA). Two bursary options are available: a Pure Merit Bursary and a Merit Bursary with financial need.
At a glance
Sponsor: KPMG South Africa
Study field: SAICA-accredited accounting qualification
Study mode: Full-time
Bursary options: Pure Merit; Merit with financial need
Closing date: Not published — contact KPMG to confirm
About the KPMG bursary
The programme supports students completing a SAICA-accredited qualification and working towards becoming a Chartered Accountant. KPMG decides which bursary option an applicant qualifies for and the value of any award.
Bursary options
- Pure Merit Bursary: awarded based on academic results.
- Merit Bursary with financial need: intended for academically strong students who also require financial assistance.
Eligibility requirements
Applicants should:
- Be studying full-time towards a SAICA-recognised degree.
- Complete the qualification within the minimum prescribed number of years.
- Meet KPMG’s academic requirements for their current year of study.
- Be prepared to enter into a KPMG learnership or training contract after completing a CTA or GDA qualification if awarded the bursary.
Academic requirements
- Matric: four A symbols, excluding Life Orientation.
- First year: 65% average and 70% for Accounting.
- Second year: 65% average and 65% for Accounting.
- Third year: 60% average and 60% for Accounting.
- Honours/CTA: 50% average and 55% for Accounting.
Documents to prepare
KPMG requires applicants to complete the online application and upload the supporting documents requested on the application platform. Check the current instructions carefully before submitting.
Closing date
No closing date is currently published on KPMG’s official bursary page. Applicants should email Bursarysupport@kpmg.co.za and ask KPMG to confirm the closing date before applying. Do not assume that the programme will remain open indefinitely.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying without first confirming the current deadline with KPMG.
- Selecting a qualification that is not recognised by SAICA.
- Studying part-time when the programme requires full-time study.
- Leaving required supporting documents out of the online application.
- Assuming that meeting the minimum requirements guarantees an award.
How this opportunity was verified
Last checked on 5 September 2026 using KPMG South Africa’s official bursary page. The page states that bursary applications are open and lists the two bursary options, but it does not provide a closing date.
How to apply
- Email KPMG at Bursarysupport@kpmg.co.za to confirm the closing date and application availability.
- Read the eligibility and academic requirements on KPMG’s official bursary page.
- Open the application platform and register or sign in.
- Complete the online form and upload every required supporting document.
- Submit the application before the deadline confirmed by KPMG.