SAFRIPOL Community is inviting eligible students to apply for the SAFRIPOL Community Bursary for the 2026 academic year. The bursary targets specific engineering fields and is aimed at students from the Wentworth/Jacobs/Bluff area in KwaZulu-Natal (proof of residence is required).
At a glance
- Who it’s for: South African citizens who live in the Wentworth, Jacobs or Bluff area (proof of residence required), and who are prospective or current tertiary students.
- Fields of study: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering (preference indicated).
- What it covers: Bursary funding for qualifying study-related costs as determined by the SAFRIPOL Bursary Committee. Confirm the exact funded items and limits in the bursary terms and application documents.
- Selection: Applicants are evaluated using factors such as APS (Admission Point Score), academic results (where applicable) and field of study; not all eligible applicants can be accommodated.
- Key date: Closing date: 31 January 2026.
Who’s offering this?
SAFRIPOL is a South African plastics manufacturer. The SAFRIPOL Community Bursary Scheme is administered via a bursary committee and is aimed at supporting students from eligible communities who intend to study in specified engineering fields.
What’s on offer
- Bursary support for studies during the 2026 academic year.
- Preference is given to the listed engineering fields (see below).
- Final funding is provided once successful applicants have proof of acceptance at an accredited tertiary institution for 2026.
Fields supported
- Chemical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
Eligibility checklist
- South African citizen.
- Reside in the Wentworth, Jacobs or Bluff area (proof of residence required).
- Intend to pursue or continue tertiary studies in 2026 at an accredited institution.
- Have proof of enrolment or proof of provisional acceptance for 2026 (as required).
Documents to prepare
Your application must include supporting documents. Typical requirements (depending on your study status) include certified ID, academic results/transcripts, proof of acceptance/enrolment, proof of income (where applicable), and proof of residence. Use the official application pack as your checklist.
Closing date
Closing date: 31 January 2026. Late applications may not be considered.
How selection and placement work
All applicants who meet the criteria are evaluated, but funding is limited. Selection is based on factors such as APS and academic performance (where applicable) and is made at the discretion of the SAFRIPOL Bursary Committee.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting after the closing date.
- Missing proof of residence for the eligible areas.
- Leaving out proof of acceptance/enrolment for 2026.
- Uploading unclear scans or documents that are not properly certified (where certification is required).
How to apply
- Get the SAFRIPOL application pack – refer to link below.
- Alternatively, forms may be collected from the listed schools (Fairvale Secondary School, Umbilo Secondary School, Wentworth Secondary School), where applicable.
- Complete the form and attach all supporting documents.
- Email your application to: bursarydurban@safripol.com (use the subject line “SAFRIPOL Community Bursary 2026”).
- Submit before 31 January 2026.
Provider website: safripol.com