{"id":5550,"date":"2025-12-24T20:50:23","date_gmt":"2025-12-24T18:50:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sseta.co.za\/?p=5550"},"modified":"2025-12-24T20:50:23","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T18:50:23","slug":"apply-for-sasseta-bursary-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sseta.co.za\/careers\/apply-for-sasseta-bursary-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Unemployed Students Can Apply for SASSETA Bursary 2026 \u2013 Funding Up to R80,000"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SASSETA Opens 2026 Unemployed Bursary Applications for High-Demand Qualifications<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA) has officially opened applications for its <strong>2026 Discretionary Grant \u2013 Unemployed Bursary Programme<\/strong>, offering much-needed financial support to unemployed South African students pursuing studies in <strong>scarce and critical skills fields<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This bursary is aimed at young South Africans who have secured placement at <strong>public universities, universities of technology, or TVET colleges<\/strong> and require funding assistance to complete their studies in priority disciplines such as <strong>Law (LLB), STEM qualifications, and Veterinary Science<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With rising tuition costs and limited funding options, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.student.org.za\">SASSETA Unemployed Bursary<\/a> presents a significant opportunity for eligible students to continue their education in 2026 without the burden of financial strain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">SASSETA 2026 Unemployed Bursary: Key Application Details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants are advised to take note of the following important dates and requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date:<\/strong> 14 December 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Closing Date:<\/strong> 30 January 2026 at 23:59<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Funding Type:<\/strong> Discretionary Grant \u2013 Unemployed Bursary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Application Method:<\/strong> Email submission only<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Official Submission Email:<\/strong> <a>bursaries2026@sasseta.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Late or incomplete applications will <strong>not<\/strong> be considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Is SASSETA and Why This Bursary Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SASSETA is responsible for skills development within South Africa\u2019s <strong>safety and security sector<\/strong>, including policing, legal services, corrections, forensic services, and private security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through its discretionary grants, SASSETA supports students studying in fields that align with national development priorities and workforce shortages. 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class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mathematics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Information Technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Data and related technical disciplines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Veterinary Science<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Veterinary Science qualifications at recognised public institutions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only qualifications offered by <strong>accredited public institutions<\/strong> will be funded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To qualify for the SASSETA 2026 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sseta.co.za\">Unemployed Bursary<\/a>, applicants must meet <strong>all<\/strong> of the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Citizenship and Age<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul 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class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants who do not meet these requirements will be disqualified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Funding Coverage and Bursary Value<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SASSETA bursary offers <strong>tiered funding<\/strong> depending on the type of institution attended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public Universities and Universities of Technology<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Up to R80,000 per year<\/strong> for:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Registration fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tuition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prescribed textbooks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accommodation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Additional allowance:<\/strong> Up to <strong>R10,000<\/strong> for an electronic device (laptop or tablet)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public TVET Colleges<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Up to R50,000 per year<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Distance Learning Institutions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Up to R35,000 per year<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Funding is subject to availability and SASSETA\u2019s internal approval processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Required Documents (Very Important)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants must prepare <strong>certified copies<\/strong> (not older than six months) of the following documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>South African ID document<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Matric certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Latest academic record (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of acceptance or registration for 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Affidavit confirming:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Household income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unemployment status<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Document Submission Rules<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All documents must be <strong>combined into a single PDF<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email size must <strong>not exceed 20MB<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incorrectly named or missing documents may result in <strong>automatic disqualification<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply for the SASSETA 2026 Unemployed Bursary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow these steps carefully to avoid errors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Email the complete application to:<br><strong><a>bursaries2026@sasseta.org.za<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit before <strong>30 January 2026 at 23:59<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applications sent via fax, post, or hand delivery will <strong>not<\/strong> be accepted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sseta.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/2149156402-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"Apply for SASSETA Bursary 2026\" class=\"wp-image-5551\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Selection Process and Important Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verification checks will be conducted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SASSETA reserves the right <strong>not to award all bursaries<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submission of an application does <strong>not guarantee funding<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Funding decisions are final<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants are encouraged to double-check all documents before submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why the SASSETA Bursary Is a Major Opportunity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Covers essential study costs at public institutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supports qualifications with strong employment prospects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Targets unemployed youth who need financial assistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Includes funding for learning devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Backed by a recognised national SETA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For students pursuing law, STEM, or veterinary studies, this bursary can be the difference between dropping out and completing a qualification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the SASSETA bursary only for unemployed students?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. Only <strong>unemployed South African citizens<\/strong> qualify for this bursary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I apply if I am studying at a private institution?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Funding is limited to <strong>public universities, universities of technology, and TVET colleges<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I need proof of acceptance for 2026?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. <strong>Proof of acceptance or registration<\/strong> is mandatory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I submit multiple emails?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. All documents must be submitted <strong>once<\/strong>, in <strong>one email<\/strong>, as a single PDF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I get help if I struggle with the application?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can contact the <strong>SASSETA Call Centre<\/strong> at <strong>011 087 5500<\/strong> for assistance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SASSETA Opens 2026 Unemployed Bursary Applications for High-Demand Qualifications The Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA) has officially opened applications for its 2026 Discretionary Grant \u2013 Unemployed Bursary Programme, offering much-needed financial support to unemployed South African students pursuing studies in scarce and critical skills fields. 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