The Department of Public Service and Administration has released DPSA Vacancy Circular 28 of 2026, featuring the latest government job opportunities available across South African national departments and provincial administrations.
DPSA Circular Posting Date: 07 August 2026
Vacancy Locations: Various government departments and provinces across South Africa
DPSA Vacancy Circular 28 of 2026
Job seekers looking for employment in the South African Public Service can now access DPSA Circular 28 of 2026, which was officially posted on Friday, 7 August 2026.
The circular contains vacancies from a range of national government departments as well as provincial administrations.
Applicants should carefully read the requirements, duties, salary information, reference numbers and application instructions for each vacancy before applying.
Click here to download the full DPSA Circular 28 of 2026
National Departments with Vacancies
Circular 28 of 2026 contains vacancies from the following national departments:
- Agriculture
- Electricity and Energy
- Employment and Labour
- Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
- Higher Education and Training
- Home Affairs
- International Relations and Cooperation
- Justice and Constitutional Development
- Land Reform and Rural Development
- National School of Government
- Office of the Chief Justice
- Public Service and Administration
- Tourism
- Traditional Affairs
- National Treasury
- Water and Sanitation
- Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities
Applicants can open the individual departmental PDF to view vacancies specifically advertised by that department.
Provincial Government Vacancies
DPSA Circular 28 of 2026 also includes vacancies from the following provincial administrations:
- Eastern Cape Government Vacancies
- Gauteng Government Vacancies
- KwaZulu-Natal Government Vacancies
- Limpopo Government Vacancies
- Mpumalanga Government Vacancies
- Northern Cape Government Vacancies
- Western Cape Government Vacancies
No Free State or North West provincial administration section was included in the list supplied for Circular 28 of 2026.
Types of Government Jobs Available
Applicants should consult each departmental PDF for the exact positions available.
Depending on the department, DPSA vacancy circulars may include opportunities across areas such as:
- Administration
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Information and Communication Technology
- Legal Services
- Supply Chain Management
- Agriculture
- Environmental Management
- Education
- Water and Sanitation
- Justice
- Public Works
- Policy and Planning
- Management and supervisory positions
- Clerical and support services
The exact vacancies, qualifications, salary levels and closing dates differ from one department to another.
Who Can Apply?
Eligibility depends on the requirements of each advertised position.
Vacancies may be suitable for applicants with qualifications ranging from:
- Grade 10 or Grade 12 where specified
- National Certificates
- National Diplomas
- Advanced Diplomas
- Bachelor’s degrees
- Honours degrees
- Postgraduate qualifications
- Professional registrations
- Relevant work experience
Applicants should not assume that all DPSA positions require a university degree.
Each vacancy should be assessed individually.
How to Apply for DPSA Circular 28 of 2026 Vacancies
Click here to apply for DPSA Circular 28 of 2026 Government Vacancies
Applicants should first open the complete circular or select the relevant department from the links above.
For each position:
- Read the minimum requirements.
- Check the salary and location.
- Note the vacancy reference number.
- Confirm the closing date.
- Follow the application method stated by the relevant department.
- Complete the required application form where applicable.
- Attach only the supporting documents requested.
- Submit the application to the correct address or online portal.
Application methods differ between departments and may include online applications, email, post or hand delivery.
Z83 Application Form
Many Public Service vacancies require applicants to complete the latest Z83 Application for Employment form.
Applicants should ensure that:
- The latest version of the Z83 form is used.
- All compulsory sections are completed.
- The form is signed where required.
- The correct vacancy reference number is quoted.
- A comprehensive CV is included where required.
Applicants should follow the specific instructions contained in each departmental vacancy notice because application requirements may differ.
Check the Closing Date Carefully
There is no single closing date for every vacancy contained in DPSA Circular 28 of 2026.
Each department sets its own deadline.
Applicants should therefore check the closing date listed under the specific vacancy they want to apply for.
Applications received after the relevant deadline may not be considered.
DPSA Circular WhatsApp Channel
Job seekers can also follow the official DPSA Vacancy Circular WhatsApp Channel for vacancy updates.
Click here to follow the DPSA Vacancy Circular WhatsApp Channel
Important Tips Before Applying
Applicants should make sure that:
- They meet the minimum qualification requirements.
- Their CV is updated.
- Their contact details are correct.
- They quote the correct reference number.
- They use the required application method.
- Their Z83 is complete where required.
- They apply to the correct department.
- They check whether certified documents are required at application stage.
- They submit before the relevant closing date.
- They do not pay anyone to apply for a government position.
Download DPSA Circular 28 of 2026
The full Public Service Vacancy Circular can be accessed below:
Download DPSA Circular 28 of 2026 PDF
Posting Date: 07 August 2026
Applicants can also use the individual departmental links above to avoid searching through the entire circular.