Eskom Bursary Programme 2027
About this opportunity
Bursary for South African students in engineering, science, commerce, and other selected fields for 2027 intake. Separate routes for school-leavers and current students. Deadline: 2026-09-22.
Eskom Engineering Degree Bursary Programme is a financial support opportunity for South African matriculant students aiming to pursue engineering degrees. This bursary covers tuition and other study-related expenses while fostering critical skills for South Africa’s energy sector. The programme targets students who will begin their first-year studies in 2027, with a focus on engineering disciplines aligned with Eskom’s needs. Preference is given to candidates from under-represented groups under Eskom’s employment equity policy, and applicants must meet strict academic requirements in English, Mathematics, and Physical Science. The selection process includes psychometric assessments and conditional university acceptance for specified engineering fields. Eskom reserves the right to not fill advertised positions and encourages applicants with disabilities to apply. The application is online, with a deadline of 22 September 2026 for the 2027 intake.
Key details
South AfricaWhat you get
- **Financial support for tuition and study-related expenses**
- Development of critical skills for South Africa’s energy future
Documents needed
- **Grade 11 final results or Grade 12 Certificate**
- Conditional university acceptance letter for specified engineering disciplines
- South African National ID number or Passport
- CV (PDF, DOCX, TXT, max 10 MB)
How to apply
- Register on the Eskom Careers portal with an email, password, mobile number, and personal details (first name, last name, citizenship verification via ID/passport).
- Upload a **10 MB or smaller** CV in PDF, DOCX, or TXT format.
- Submit the application by the deadline of **22 September 2026** for the 2027 intake.
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