PSG invites qualifying South African students to apply for the PSG Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 20 December 2026
Bursary Location: South Africa
PSG Bursary Programme 2027
PSG is offering bursary funding to academically strong South African students who are in financial need and will be entering their final year of undergraduate study or postgraduate studies in 2027.
The bursary supports selected qualifications in Science, Engineering and Commerce.
Bursary Programme Overview
Organisation: PSG
Programme: PSG Bursary Programme 2027
Reference Number: PSG-96800
Academic Year: 2027
Citizenship: South African
Target Group: Final-year undergraduate and postgraduate students
Financial Need: Required
Closing Date: 20 December 2026
Application Method: Online
Fields of Study
Bursaries are available for studies in the following fields.
Bachelor of Science:
- Actuarial Science
- Computer Science
- Mathematical Science
Bachelor of Engineering:
- Computer Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Bachelor of Commerce:
- Insurance and Risk Management
- Investment Management
Applicants should ensure that their qualification falls within one of the listed fields before applying.
What the PSG Bursary Covers
The bursary will provide funding for:
- Registration fees.
- Tuition fees.
- Accommodation.
- Textbook allowance.
- Meal allowance.
- Monthly allowance.
Graduate Internship Opportunity
The supplied information states that after graduation, bursary recipients will join a:
Certified Graduate Internship Programme
The programme is intended to provide further professional development and workplace exposure after completion of studies.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Have completed Matric.
- Have a strong academic record.
- Be studying towards a degree in one of the listed fields.
- Be entering their final year of undergraduate study or postgraduate studies in 2027.
- Demonstrate financial need.
Applicants who do not meet the stated requirements may not be considered.
Academic Requirements
The supplied information requires applicants to have a:
Strong academic record
However, no exact minimum academic percentage is specified in the information provided.
Applicants should therefore ensure that their academic transcript is complete and up to date when applying.
Required Supporting Documents
Applicants must submit clear copies of:
- Certified South African ID document.
- Full academic record or transcripts on the institution’s letterhead.
- Curriculum Vitae.
These documents are compulsory according to the supplied information.
How to Apply for PSG Bursary Programme 2027
Applications must be submitted online through the PSG careers platform.
Click here to apply for PSG Bursary Programme 2027
Reference Number: PSG-96800
Applicants who do not already have a PSG careers account may need to register before applying.
Click here to register a PSG careers account
Click here to log in to the PSG careers portal
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The supplied information states that candidates who do not receive feedback within:
Four weeks
should consider their application unsuccessful.
Bursary Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
20 December 2026
Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted.
Enquiries
For enquiries regarding the PSG Bursary Programme, contact:
Telephone: 021 918 7800
Email: recruitment@psg.co.za
The email address is provided for enquiries and should not be treated as an alternative application method unless PSG specifically instructs otherwise.
Important Application Notes
Applicants should note that:
- South African citizenship is required.
- Matric must already be completed.
- Applicants must have a strong academic record.
- Applicants must be studying in one of the listed fields.
- Applicants must be entering their final undergraduate year or postgraduate studies in 2027.
- Financial need forms part of the eligibility criteria.
- The bursary covers tuition, registration, accommodation, textbooks, meals and a monthly allowance.
- Certified ID, academic transcripts and a CV are compulsory.
- The application reference number is PSG-96800.
- Applications close on 20 December 2026.