Bursary Application Checklist 2025

Note: It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that the application adhere to the stated requirements. Failure to do so will result in the application being disqualified.

The following required documents must be submitted with the prescribed application form:

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Document
1
Certified copy of Identity Document
 2 Certified copy of full academic record / results (matric / academic results from Institution of
Higher Learning)
 3 Certified proof of provisional (conditional) / final acceptance by Higher Education Institution
 4 Proof of registration at Higher Education Institution
 5 Curriculum plan of intended field of study
 6 Certified proof of income of both parent(s) / guardian(s) / spouse
 7 Latest 3-month bank statements of both parents / guardians / spouse
 8 Child grants and pension slips should be confirmed by official documents from SASSA
 9 In case where the parent (s) guardian (s) or spouse are unemployed, proof of such from the Department of Labour or an affidavit must be attached
 10 Self-employed person must attach the latest Financial Statement and Tax Assessment
 11 Letter from all registered banks confirming account details / status of both parents / guardians
etc.
 12 Copy of Certified Identity Document of the parent(s) / guardian(s) / spouse
 13 Certified copy of the death certificate of the parent(s) / guardian(s) / spouse
 14 Certified copy of the marriage certificate
 15 If parents are divorced, a certified copy of the divorce decree must be attached
 16 If the Applicant is an orphan or fostered child, authentic legal documents from SASSA, Social
Development or the Department of Justice & Constitutional Development must be attached
 17 In case of a single parent, proof of such from school principal or affidavit must be attached
 18 The legally appointed guardian must submit the related documents issued by the court /
magistrate stating that he /she is taking care of the child
 19  Signed Application form

NB: It is important to note that any misrepresentation of information and or failure to disclose information shall result in immediate disqualification and terminated, if it has already been granted.