PwC South Africa invites Grade 12 learners, university students and students planning to complete CTA or PGDA to apply for the PwC Chartered Accountant Programme Bursary for the 2027 academic year.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Bursary Location: SAICA-accredited institutions across South Africa
PwC CA Programme Bursary 2027
The PwC CA Programme Bursary supports academically strong South African students who are committed to qualifying as Chartered Accountants.
Applications opened on 1 July 2026 and will close on 31 August 2026. The programme accepts applications from qualifying Grade 12 learners, undergraduate accounting students and students preparing to study towards CTA or PGDA.
PwC states that it supports more than 500 aspiring Chartered Accountants annually through bursary opportunities offering different levels of financial assistance. Successful bursary recipients may also continue their professional development by completing their training and working towards a professional qualification at PwC after graduating. .
Bursary Programme Overview
Bursary provider: PwC South Africa
Programme: CA Programme Bursary 2027
Career path: Chartered Accountancy
Applications opened: 1 July 2026
Closing date: 31 August 2026
Eligible applicants: Grade 12 learners and qualifying university students
Study requirement: Full-time study at a SAICA-accredited institution
Application method: Online
Training opportunity: PwC Chartered Accountant training pathway
Who Can Apply?
Applications are open to:
- Grade 12 learners intending to study towards Chartered Accountancy.
- Undergraduate students currently studying towards an eligible CA qualification.
- Students planning to complete CTA or PGDA.
- South African citizens with valid identity documents.
- Students with strong academic results.
- Applicants who demonstrate the personal qualities required by PwC.
Applicants must study or intend to study full-time at a SAICA-accredited institution. .
Academic Requirements for Grade 12 Learners
Grade 12 applicants must:
- Be committed to studying towards a Chartered Accountancy qualification.
- Intend to study full-time at a SAICA-accredited institution.
- Have at least a B symbol for Mathematics.
- Have at least a B symbol for English as a first or second language.
- Have an overall academic average of at least 75%.
Mathematical Literacy is not accepted for this bursary. Applicants must have Pure Mathematics. .
Academic Requirements for First- and Second-Year Students
First- and second-year undergraduate applicants must:
- Be studying towards a Chartered Accountancy qualification.
- Be registered full-time at a SAICA-accredited institution.
- Be passing all registered courses.
- Maintain an overall academic average of at least 70%.
Students should submit their latest official university transcript showing all completed subjects and results. .
Academic Requirements for Third- and Fourth-Year Students
Third- and fourth-year undergraduate applicants must:
- Be studying towards a CA qualification.
- Be studying full-time at a SAICA-accredited institution.
- Be passing all registered courses.
- Maintain an overall average of at least 65%.
- Qualify for admission to Honours according to their university’s requirements.
PwC does not provide bursaries to students who intend to complete a bridging course to gain entry into a SAICA-accredited qualification. .
CTA and PGDA Students
Students planning to complete a Certificate in the Theory of Accounting or a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting may apply, provided that:
- The programme forms part of the Chartered Accountant qualification pathway.
- The institution is SAICA-accredited.
- The student meets PwC’s academic requirements.
- The student intends to study full-time.
- The applicant meets the relevant university admission requirements.
What the PwC CA Bursary Covers
PwC offers different bursary arrangements depending on academic achievement and financial need.
Support may include:
- Tuition funding.
- A book allowance.
- Tuition top-up funding.
- Accommodation support.
- A once-off living allowance for qualifying students.
The final amount and type of support will depend on the applicant’s academic results, financial circumstances and stage of study. .
Academic Achievement Award
Academically outstanding students may be considered for an academic achievement award.
This may include:
- A fixed bursary amount.
- A book allowance.
- A payment made directly to the university toward tuition fees.
The award is linked primarily to academic performance.
Tuition and Accommodation Bursary
Students who demonstrate financial need may be considered for additional assistance.
Support may include:
- Tuition top-up funding.
- A book allowance.
- Between 20% and 100% of qualifying accommodation costs.
- A once-off living allowance for students with significant financial need.
PwC uses a sliding scale based on the student’s academic performance and financial need when calculating the bursary award,
SAICA Training Contract Opportunity
The PwC bursary is linked to the Chartered Accountant career pathway.
After completing the required university studies, bursary recipients may continue their professional journey through the applicable PwC training programme and work towards completing the practical training requirements for professional qualification.
Applicants should carefully review any bursary and training-contract conditions before accepting an award.
Selection Criteria
PwC considers more than academic performance when assessing applicants.
Candidates should demonstrate:
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Leadership potential.
- Teamwork.
- Commitment to becoming a Chartered Accountant.
- Ability to work effectively with other people.
- Initiative and independent thinking.
- Clear communication skills.
PwC describes suitable applicants as students who can work well with others, assess challenges and contribute to solutions.
Citizenship Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Have a valid South African identity number.
- Provide a certified copy of their identity document.
The supplied information does not specify an age limit.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must prepare:
- A certified copy of their South African identity document.
- A certified copy of their Matric certificate.
- An official university transcript for university applicants.
- Financial documents for each parent or guardian.
The required financial documents include one of the following for each parent or guardian:
- Three recent payslips.
- Official bank statements.
- An affidavit where the parent or guardian is unemployed.
PwC may request further documents during the application or selection process.
Financial Information
Applicants applying for need-based funding should provide complete and truthful information about their household finances.
Financial documents may be used to determine:
- The applicant’s level of financial need.
- The bursary amount.
- Tuition top-up support.
- Accommodation support.
- Eligibility for a once-off living allowance.
Incomplete financial information may delay or affect the assessment of an application.
How to Apply for the PwC CA Programme Bursary 2027
Applications must be submitted online through the relevant official PwC recruitment platform.
Grade 12 Learners
Applicants should select:
Bursary – CA Programme 2027
The official learner application platform confirms that this opportunity closes on 31 August 2026.
University Students
University Students Apply Here.
Applicants should select:
Bursary – CA Programme 2027
The official graduate platform lists the CA Programme Bursary with a closing date of 31 August 2026.
Online Application Steps
Applicants should:
- Open the correct PwC application platform.
- Select the Bursary – CA Programme 2027 opportunity.
- Register or sign in to a candidate profile.
- Complete all compulsory personal and academic sections.
- Upload the required certified documents.
- Upload an official transcript if currently at university.
- Provide the requested household financial information.
- Review all information carefully.
- Submit the application before the closing date.
Applicants should use the Grade 12 portal or university-student portal that matches their current stage of study.
Bursary Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
31 August 2026
The official PwC bursary page confirms that the 2027 application period runs from 1 July to 31 August 2026.
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.
Information Not Confirmed
The official information reviewed does not state:
- A fixed bursary value for every recipient.
- A guaranteed accommodation percentage for every student.
- Whether all applicants will receive a living allowance.
- The selection-interview dates.
- When final bursary outcomes will be communicated.
- Whether application fees are covered.
- Whether study devices or transport costs are covered.
Applicants should rely on the conditions displayed in their application portal and any written offer received from PwC.
Important Application Checklist
Before submitting an application, confirm that:
- You are a South African citizen.
- You have a valid identity document.
- You intend to become a Chartered Accountant.
- You study or plan to study at a SAICA-accredited institution.
- You meet the academic requirement for your study level.
- You have Pure Mathematics if applying from Grade 12.
- Your certified identity document is ready.
- Your certified Matric certificate is ready.
- Your official transcript is available if you are a university student.
- The required parent or guardian financial documents are available.
- You selected the correct applicant portal.
- Your application is submitted by 31 August 2026.