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Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd

Eskom Bursary

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Closes

22 September 2026

Value

Full tuition & study support

Level

Matric / 1st / 2nd Year

For

SA Citizens

Sector

Energy & Utility

Type

Bursary

About this bursary

Eskom is South Africa's national electricity utility responsible for generating and distributing power across the country. Through its bursary scheme, the organization finances higher education for promising students who want to build careers in engineering and supporting industries.

The funding opportunity targets matriculants preparing to start tertiary studies as well as registered first and second year university students. By funding technical and commercial qualifications, Eskom builds skilled human capacity for the national power network.

Bursaries are available for both BEng or BSc degrees at public universities and national diplomas at universities of technology. Qualified applicants living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to submit applications.

Courses of study covered

Chemical Engineering (BEng / BSc / Diploma)
Civil Engineering (BEng / BSc / Diploma)
Data Engineering (BEng / BSc / Diploma)
Electrical & Computer Engineering (BEng / BSc)
Electronic Engineering (BEng / BSc)
Electrical Engineering Heavy Current (BEng / BSc / Diploma)
Electrical Engineering Light Current (BEng / BSc / Diploma)
Electro Mechanical Engineering (BEng / BSc)
Industrial Engineering (BEng / BSc / BEng Tech)
Measurement Control & Instrumentation (BEng / BSc / Diploma)
Mechanical Engineering (BEng / BSc / Diploma)
Mechatronics Engineering (BEng / BSc)
Metallurgy Engineering (BEng / BSc)
Renewable Energy Engineering (BEng / BSc)
Software Engineering (BEng / BSc)
Accounting Science
Actuarial Science
Applied Mathematics
Computer Science
Data Science
Economics & Econometrics
Information Technology
Law
Supply Chain Management

What the bursary covers

Full tuition fees paid directly to the institution
Prescribed textbooks and learning materials
Accommodation allowance for university residence or approved housing
Meal allowances

Who can apply

You qualify if

  • You must be a South African citizen.
  • You must be in Grade 12 or have completed Matric in 2025.
  • Engineering degree applicants in Matric require minimum Level 4 in English, Level 5 in Pure Mathematics, and Level 5 in Physical Science.
  • Engineering diploma applicants in Matric require minimum Level 4 in English, Pure Mathematics, and Physical Science.
  • Current university degree students need a minimum overall average of 60%.
  • Current university of technology diploma students need a minimum overall average of 50%.
  • You must study or plan to study at a recognised public South African university or university of technology.
  • You cannot hold any other bursary or financial aid contract.

You do not qualify if

  • Non-South African citizens.
  • Students holding financial support or bursaries from other institutions.
  • Postgraduate students.
  • Students enrolled at private higher education institutions.

Documents you need to submit

  • Certified copy of South African ID document
  • Grade 11 final report and latest Grade 12 results if currently in Matric
  • Official Matric certificate if you completed Grade 12
  • Full academic transcript if currently studying at university
  • Proof of conditional acceptance from a public South African tertiary institution

Submit clear copies of all required documents with your online application.

How to apply

  1. 1
    Visit the Eskom careers online recruitment portal.
  2. 2
    Select the specific bursary category that matches your field of study and current level.
  3. 3
    Complete all personal, academic, and contact details on the form.
  4. 4
    Upload clear scans of your supporting documents.
  5. 5
    Submit your application before the closing deadline.

Ensure you select the correct application link for matriculant or tertiary status.

How you are selected

1
Eskom assesses candidates based on academic performance and final Matric marks.
2
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 28 days after the closing date.
3
If you do not receive communication within 28 days of closing, consider your application unsuccessful.

Forms, downloads and links

Engineering Matric Application Portal

eskomcareers.ci.hr/?controller=Bursaries&method=view&bursaryid=9ef31e18-b5f5-4e89-a907-5bb21b3fb4a6

Engineering University Application Portal

eskomcareers.ci.hr/?controller=Bursaries&method=view&bursaryid=51ff0f50-73ff-4a55-b9e8-c1f489cf8a6a

Engineering Diploma Application Portal

eskomcareers.ci.hr/?controller=Bursaries&method=view&bursaryid=2081852f-09fc-4863-947b-3dddaf7db4b7

Non-Technical Matric Application Portal

eskomcareers.ci.hr/?controller=Bursaries&method=view&bursaryid=d1f78f41-1093-443d-a134-49e539936e8b

Non-Technical University Application Portal

eskomcareers.ci.hr/?controller=Bursaries&method=view&bursaryid=f50ee8fa-9699-499e-b82b-93a321cf4139

Email candidate support

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Last verified: September 2026   ·   Category: Engineering   ·   Reviewed by grantZA Editorial
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