Bursaries Closing in October 2026

Selected South African bursaries closing in October 2026 for 2027 study funding, with application planning and deadline checks.

Information reviewed 20 September 2026

The table below highlights selected 2027 study-funding opportunities publicly listed with deadlines in this month. Use it as a planning aid and confirm the final provider deadline before submitting.

Selected deadlines

OpportunityClosing date
DFFE Bursary2 October 2026
Samancor Chrome Bursary2 October 2026
Metacom Foundation Bursary3 October 2026
Waitrose Foundation Southern Africa Bursary3 October 2026
Pharmaceutical Society of South Africa Bursaries5 October 2026
Chevening Scholarship6 October 2026
Tiso Foundation Bursary8 October 2026
Auditor-General of South Africa Bursary15 October 2026
Etion Create Bursary16 October 2026
SAIBPP Bursary16 October 2026
KN Inzuzo Trust Bursary18 October 2026
Magalies Water Bursary23 October 2026
KPMG Bursary30 October 2026
KZN EDTEA Bursary30 October 2026
Martin & East Gap Year and Bursary30 October 2026
SAAFoST Bursary30 October 2026
Cape Wools SA Bursary Fund31 October 2026
ISFAP Undergraduate Bursary31 October 2026
ISFAP Postgraduate Bursary31 October 2026
South African Institute of Valuers Bursary31 October 2026

Before you submit

Confirm that the date has not been extended, check the qualification and institution requirements and make sure every attachment is readable.

Avoid deadline pressure

Application portals can slow down near closing dates. Submit early and keep proof of submission.

Related Student Funding Guides

Independent guidance: funding providers, universities and government programmes can change eligibility, dates and documents. Confirm the final requirements before sending sensitive information or making financial decisions.