Northern Cape Provincial Government Bursary

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Northern Cape Provincial Government Premier’s Bursary Programme for 2025

The Northern Cape Provincial Government invites RSA citizens, specifically unemployed youth aged 18-35 from the Province, to apply for the Premier’s Bursary Programme. This programme supports full-time undergraduate or first-degree studies at any accredited South African Higher Education Institution.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen residing in the Northern Cape.
  • Age: 18-35 years old.
  • Academic Status: Open to Grade 12 learners, recent graduates, and students currently enrolled at a Higher Education Institution.
  • Financial Need: Preference for financially needy applicants with strong academic performance.
  • Fields of Study: Must align with disciplines identified as scarce and critical within the province.
  • Demographic Criteria: Consideration given to race, gender, age, and persons with disabilities.
  • Geographic Area: Preference for applicants from diverse geographic areas within the province.
  • Academic Achievement: Enrolled students must provide their most recent statement of results.
  • Proof of Income: Submit proof of household income or financial means.

Recruitment & Selection Process

  • Completed Application: Ensure the application is completed as per the OTP checklist.
  • Contractual Agreement: Successful candidates will enter into a contractual agreement with the Northern Cape Provincial Government detailing the bursary provisions.

Application Submission

Important Dates

  • Closing Date: 08 November 2024.
  • Notification of Successful Candidates: On or before 29 January 2025.

Additional Information

  • Budget Allocation: The total number of bursaries will be determined based on the available budget.

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