The Northern Cape Office of the Premier is inviting RSA citizens, unemployed youth (18-35) from the province, to apply for a bursary for fulltime studies at registered public South African Higher Education Institution.

Financially needy applicants, performing academically well will be prioritized.

Applications are welcomed and is open for Grade 12 learners current, completed and students who are already enrolled at a Higher Education Institution.

Applications must adhere to the requirements as set out in the attached checklist.

Recruitment & Selection

The following criteria shall be applied in the selection process:

1. Duly completed application as per OTP checklist
2. South African citizen residing in the Northern Cape province
3. Applied for studies and or already studying at registered HEI's.
4. Fields of study aligned to disciplines identified as scarce and critical within the province
5. Demographic spread (Race, Gender, Age & Persons with Disabilities)
6. Academic achievement of applicants
7. Continuing students – statement of results
8. Household Income / financial means
9. Geographic location (District)