SIOC-CDT Bursary Programme 2027 Summary
The SIOC Community Development Trust (SIOC-CDT) Bursary Programme 2027 provides comprehensive funding for students from selected communities in the Northern Cape and Limpopo. The bursary includes tuition, accommodation, study materials, a laptop, and a monthly stipend.
What the Bursary Covers
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Prescribed study materials
- A once-off laptop
- Monthly stipend
- Assistive devices for students with disabilities
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Live in or originate from Gamagara, Ga-Segonyana, Joe Morolong, Tsantsabane, or Thabazimbi
- Be 35 years old or younger
- Have acceptance or provisional acceptance at a public higher education institution
- Have a combined household income of R600,000 or less per year
- Have a minimum NSC average of 65%
- Postgraduate students may also apply
- Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Required Documents
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified latest matric results or latest academic results
- Final NSC certificate (if matriculated before 2026)
- Proof of acceptance, provisional acceptance, or application to a public institution
- Proof of residence dated within the last three months
- Parent or guardian proof of income, or affidavit of unemployment
- SASSA grant certificate (if applicable)
- Three months' bank statements
- Medical certificate confirming disability (if applicable)
How to Apply
- Confirm that you qualify based on area of residence or origin.
- Gather all required certified documents.
- Complete the SIOC-CDT bursary application form online or via the manual application form.
- Submit the application according to the provided instructions.
- Ensure your application is received before the closing date.
Closing Date
30 November 2026 at 12:00 midday
Ideal Candidates
This bursary is best suited for:
- Students from mining communities in the Northern Cape and Limpopo
- Learners with strong academic performance (65% average or higher)
- Students from households earning R600,000 or less annually
- Undergraduate and postgraduate students needing full financial support
Funding Value: Covers tuition, accommodation, prescribed study materials, a laptop, monthly stipend, and disability support where applicable.
