The Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) is inviting ambitious students to apply for its Bursary Programme for the 2026 academic year.
Bursary Closing Date: 15 October 2025 (extended)
Field of Study: Chartered Accountancy (CA) Stream
Fields of Study Covered
The AGSA bursary is available for the following qualifications:
- BCom Accounting (CA stream)
- Bachelor of Accounting (CA stream)
- BCompt
Bursary Coverage
The AGSA bursary provides full financial support, covering:
- Tuition fees
- University accommodation
- Meals
- Prescribed books
Additionally, recipients will gain valuable workplace exposure and will be required to complete training or articles with AGSA after graduation.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
General Requirements
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must have completed Matric or be currently in Matric.
- Must be studying or intending to study full-time towards one of the listed Chartered Accountancy qualifications.
- Must study at a SAICA-accredited university.
- Must demonstrate leadership potential, determination, and commitment to success.
- Strong English proficiency, communication, and interpersonal skills required.
Academic Requirements by Study Level
Matric students (1st-year entry in 2026):
- Matric exemption with university entrance.
- At least 60% in Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy).
- At least 60% in English.
- Acceptance into a CA-stream qualification for 2026.
1st-year students (applying for 2nd year in 2026):
- At least 60% in Financial Accounting.
- At least 60% in Matric Mathematics and English.
- Entering 2nd year of a CA-stream qualification in 2026.
2nd-year students (applying for 3rd year in 2026):
- At least 60% in Financial Accounting and Management Accounting.
- Entering 3rd year of a CA-stream qualification in 2026.
Final-year students (postgraduate 2026):
- At least 55% in all core modules.
- Accepted into the CTA programme for 2026.
Required Supporting Documents
All applicants must upload certified PDF copies (not exceeding 2MB) of the following:
Matric students:
- ID document
- Grade 11 final results
- Matric mid-year results
- University acceptance letter
1st-year students:
- ID document
- Matric certificate
- Full academic record
2nd-year students:
- ID document
- Full academic record
Final-year students:
- ID document
- Full academic record
- CTA acceptance letter
⚠️ If some results are not yet available, submit the most recent academic results.
How to Apply for the AGSA Bursary 2026
Applications must be submitted online at the official portal:
👉 Click here to apply for the AGSA Bursary 2026
- You will need to register an account before logging in to apply.
- Agree to the data collection consent to proceed with the application.
📌 Closing Date: 15 October 2025
Final Thoughts
The AGSA Bursary 2026 offers aspiring Chartered Accountants a chance to receive full financial support while gaining professional exposure with South Africa’s supreme audit institution. If you are determined, academically strong, and passionate about accounting, this bursary could set you on the path to success.
Apply early to avoid missing out.
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