ISFAP (Ikusasa Student Financial Aid Programme) has opened applications for its Postgraduate Bursary 2027, aimed at financially needy and academically deserving South African students pursuing postgraduate studies in critical fields. Applications close on 31 October 2026.
Bursary Overview
Provider: ISFAP
Programme: Postgraduate Bursary 2027
Location: South Africa (universities nationwide)
Closing Date: 31 October 2026
Target Group: Postgraduate students in scarce and critical skills fields
What the Bursary Covers
Tuition fees
Registration fees
Accommodation (university-approved)
Meals
Textbooks
Monthly stipend
Eligibility Requirements
South African citizen with a valid ID
Enrolled or accepted for postgraduate studies in approved fields
Demonstrated financial need
Strong academic performance
Fields of Study Funded
Engineering
Health Sciences
Actuarial Science
Data Science
Finance and Accounting
Education
Why Apply?
Comprehensive financial support for postgraduate studies
Opportunity to contribute to South Africa’s critical skills development
Access to mentorship and career development programmes
Application Process
Apply via the ISFAP online bursary portal.
Complete all sections of the application form.
Upload required documents:
Certified ID copy
Academic transcripts
Proof of acceptance into a postgraduate programme
Proof of financial need
Submit before 31 October 2026.
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered. If no feedback is received within 6 weeks after closing, consider the application unsuccessful.
This bursary is ideal for postgraduate students in scarce skills fields who need financial support and want to contribute to South Africa’s socio-economic development.
