Sasria SOC Ltd has opened its 2026 bursary applications for eligible South African learners who have completed Matric and are applying for first-year Bachelor’s degree studies in selected fields (insurance/risk, maths/statistics, finance/economics and IT-related degrees).
At a glance
- Sponsor/host: Sasria SOC Ltd
- Level: Undergraduate (Bachelor’s degree – 1st year)
- Fields: Insurance/Risk Management; Mathematics/Statistics; Finance/Accounting/Economics; Computer Science/Information Technology
- Who it’s for: SA citizens aged 16–20 with Matric and a 70%+ average (and Mathematics)
- Income threshold: Household income below R600,000 (as per the application form)
- Closing date: Not stated on the official application form — apply as soon as possible while the form is active
About the sponsor
Sasria is a public enterprise (listed under Schedule 3B of the Public Finance Management Act) and a non-life insurance company that provides cover for damage caused by special risks such as riots, strikes, terrorism and public disorder. Sasria’s bursary forms part of its broader skills and talent development efforts.
Eligibility
- Have a valid South African ID number.
- Be between 16 and 20 years old.
- Have completed Grade 12/Matric.
- Have a 70%+ average (as required on the form).
- Have taken Mathematics (Maths Literacy is not accepted on the form).
- Be applying for your first year of a Bachelor’s degree in an eligible field.
- Household income must be below R600,000.
What it covers
The application form allows applicants to select either a Full Bursary or a Partial Bursary. For partial bursaries, the form indicates options for Tuition or Accommodation. Sasria does not publish a full cost breakdown on the application form—confirm the final funding package and conditions if selected.
Documents to prepare
- Certified copy of your ID (certified copies should not be older than 3 months, as noted on the form)
- Proof of residence
- Certified copy of your latest Grade 12 results
- Proof of household income (or an affidavit if unemployed)
- Any additional supporting documents requested in the online application
Closing date
Not stated on Sasria’s official online bursary application form or in Sasria’s announcement post. Apply as soon as possible while applications remain open.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying when you are outside the 16–20 age band.
- Selecting Maths Literacy (the form indicates applicants must have Mathematics).
- Applying for a qualification outside Sasria’s listed fields.
- Uploading uncertified or outdated certified copies (where certification is required).
- Submitting without income proof / required affidavits.
How this bursary was verified
This opportunity was verified using Sasria’s official web page and bursary application form page on the sasria.co.za domain and Sasria’s “Who we are” page for sponsor background. Sasria also announced the bursary opening on its official LinkedIn account.
How to apply
- Open Sasria’s official bursary application form.
- Complete all required sections (student details, academic details and parent/guardian details).
- Upload the required supporting documents.
- Submit and keep proof of submission (or use “Save and Continue Later” if needed).