ISFAP Bursary Programme 2027 Summary
The ISFAP Bursary Programme 2027 provides financial assistance to students from households earning R600,000 or less per year who plan to begin their first year of undergraduate study at an approved South African public university in 2027.
What the bursary may cover
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Books and study materials
- Travel expenses (where applicable)
- Living allowance or stipend
- Academic and social support programmes
Funding benefits depend on the individual funding package awarded.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be currently in Matric or have already completed Matric
- Have been accepted at an approved public university
- Be entering first-year undergraduate study
- Come from a household with a combined annual income of R600,000 or less
- Demonstrate financial need
Required Documents
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Grade 11 final results and latest Matric results (if still in Matric), or Matric certificate
- Signed ISFAP Funding Application Consent Form
- Proof of household income
- Certified copies of IDs for parents, guardians, and other household income contributors
How to Apply
- Register on the ISFAP online application portal.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all required certified documents.
- Review your application carefully.
- Submit before the closing date.
- Keep your confirmation and monitor your email for updates.
Closing Date
31 October 2026
Ideal Candidates
This bursary is best suited for:
- Students from the "missing middle" income group
- Learners who do not qualify for NSFAS but cannot afford university fees
- First-year university students
- Students requiring comprehensive financial and academic support
Funding Value: May cover tuition, accommodation, study materials, living expenses, and additional student support services depending on the approved funding package.
