Applications are now open for the 2026 South African Reserve Bank External Bursary Scheme. The SARB serves the economic well-being of all South Africans through maintaining price stability and financial stability. It is responsible for regulating the South African financial sector, designing and distributing banknotes and coin, managing interest rates, setting the cash reserve requirement for banks, and ensuring the stability of both the banking sector and the wider financial system.
Requirements
For students to be considered for the bursary, they must meet the following requirements:
have provisional acceptance into an undergraduate degree at a South African university;
have achieved an average pass mark of 70% in the June Grade 12/Matric examinations, with the final awarding of the bursary subject to final results;
be younger than 30 years of age; and
be in financial need (unable to afford to attend university without a bursary).
Method of Application
The closing date for the submission of applications is Tuesday, 30 September 2025. Late applications will not be considered.
Examination results, proof of acceptance at a recognised institution (a student number) and any other supporting documents must be submitted with the application.
Use PROMO CODE: SARB2026.Submit by post to:Dimpho NkoanaPOSTNET Suite 101Private Bag X153Bryanston2021orEmail: sarbbursary@ttibursaries.co.zaorOnline applications: https://ttibursaries.co.za/students/Bursary agreement
Potential external bursars will be required to avail themselves for interviews. Successful applicant(s) for the bursary will be expected to sign an agreement with the SARB
For More Information,
Visit the Official Webpage
Application Deadline: 30 September 2025.
