SANAS External Bursary Programme 2026 (Re-Issue)

SANAS has opened applications for the SANAS External Bursary Programme for the 2026 academic year. SANAS states the programme is aimed at supporting unemployed South African youth who are committed to advancing their education.

At a glance

• Who it’s for: SANAS states the programme is aimed at unemployed South African youth. The official application form is also used for external applicants and SANAS employee dependants (financial assistance).
• What it covers: Tuition only (SANAS does not state coverage for accommodation, books, transport, meals or other costs on the bursary poster).
• Funding limits: National Diploma/Degree (up to R50 000) and Honours/Postgraduate Diploma (up to R70 000).
• Key dates: Closing date: 30 January 2026 at 16:30.
• How to apply: Email the completed application form and required supporting documents to careers@sanas.co.za.
• Other notes: SANAS states that incomplete applications will not be considered.

Who’s offering this?

This bursary is offered by the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS).

What’s on offer

• SANAS offers tuition support for the 2026 academic year.
• Tuition-only funding limits are specified on the SANAS bursary poster.

What it covers

SANAS states that the bursary programme covers tuition only, up to the following limits:

• National Diploma or Degree: up to R50 000
• Honours or Postgraduate Diploma: up to R70 000

Eligibility checklist

• The bursary poster states the programme is aimed at unemployed South African youth.
• You must be able to complete the official SANAS bursary application form and attach the required documents.
• The application form asks whether you already have a bursary from a government/private institution and whether you are a dependant of a SANAS employee.

Documents to prepare

The official SANAS application form includes separate checklists for External Applicants and for SANAS Employee Dependants. For external applicants, the checklist includes:

• Certified copies of Matric Certificate
• Certified copy of ID document
• Payslip of parent/guardian (main breadwinner)
• Course outline
• Proof of admission/registration by a Higher Education Institution

Closing date

30 January 2026 at 16:30. SANAS states that incomplete applications will not be considered.

How selection works

The SANAS bursary poster does not describe the selection process in detail. In general, expect applications to be checked for completeness and whether they match the programme’s stated purpose and requirements. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee selection.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Submitting after 16:30 on the closing date.
• Submitting an incomplete application (SANAS states incomplete applications will not be considered).
• Missing certified documents (Matric certificate and ID) or leaving out the required supporting documents listed on the checklist.
• Not including a course outline and proof of admission/registration.
• Using the wrong email address or failing to keep proof of submission.

How to apply (step-by-step)

• Download the SANAS bursary poster and the official application form.
• Complete the application form in full.
• Attach the required supporting documents (see checklist).
• Email your application and documents to careers@sanas.co.za before 30 January 2026 at 16:30.

Application Notice