Sasria SOC Limited invites South African matriculants to apply for the Sasria Bursary Scheme 2026.
The bursary is aimed at financially deserving learners who have demonstrated strong academic performance and wish to pursue undergraduate studies in fields aligned with the insurance and financial services sector.
What Is the Sasria Bursary Scheme?
Sasria SOC Limited is South Africa’s state-owned specialist insurer providing cover for special risks such as civil unrest, riots, strikes, and public disorder—risks typically excluded from standard commercial insurance policies.
As part of its corporate social investment strategy, Sasria funds tertiary education for talented young South Africans who would otherwise struggle to access university due to financial constraints.
The programme focuses on developing skills in:
- Insurance and Risk Management
- Finance and Accounting
- Economics
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Computer Science and Information Technology
Who Can Apply for the Sasria Bursary 2026?
Applicants must meet ALL of the following requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen with a valid SA ID
- Must be between 16 and 20 years old
- Must have completed Grade 12 (Matric)
- Must have achieved a minimum average of 70% in Matric
- Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy) is compulsory
- Household income must be below R600,000 per annum
- Must not be related to a current Sasria employee
Failure to meet any of these criteria will result in disqualification.
Fields of Study Funded
The Sasria Bursary supports bachelor’s degree studies in:
- Insurance or Risk Management
- Mathematics or Statistics
- Finance
- Accounting or Economics
- Computer Science or Information Technology
Studies must be undertaken at a recognised South African university or university of technology.
Institutions include major public universities across all nine provinces.
Full Bursary vs Partial Bursary
Applicants must indicate whether they are applying for:
- A Full Bursary, or
- A Partial Bursary (tuition fees or accommodation only)
This decision should reflect the applicant’s financial circumstances.
Required Supporting Documents
All documents must be certified and not older than three months. Each uploaded file must not exceed 8 MB.
Required documents include:
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Proof of residence
- Certified copy of latest Grade 12 results
- Parent/guardian certified ID copies
- Proof of income (or affidavit if unemployed)
- Self-employment affidavit and 3 months’ bank statements (if applicable)
- Death certificate (if parent deceased)
- Affidavit if applicant lives alone
Incomplete applications will not be processed.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for Sasria Bursary 2026:
👉 https://sasria.co.za/bursary-application-for-2026/
The application is completed entirely online and consists of six sections:
- Eligibility screening
- Personal and student details
- Academic details
- Parent/guardian information
- Financial information
- Short survey
Applicants must consent to Sasria’s Privacy Policy and POPIA requirements before proceeding.
The platform allows you to save progress and return later.
Motivational Paragraph Requirement
Applicants must submit a short motivational paragraph (approximately 10 lines) outlining:
- Academic achievements
- Leadership experience
- Career goals
- Reasons for deserving the bursary
This section is extremely important and should be clear, honest, and well-structured.
Why This Bursary Matters
The cost of higher education remains a barrier for many South African families. The Sasria Bursary provides an opportunity for academically strong students to pursue degrees in high-demand fields without the burden of tuition debt.
By investing in young talent, Sasria contributes to skills development and transformation in the financial services sector.
Enquiries
For bursary-related queries, contact:
Email: contactus@sasria.co.za
Telephone: +27 11 214 0800
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