NDMC External Bursary Programme 2026
- Issued by: Department of Cooperative Governance (DCoG)
- Managed by: National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC)
- Closing Date: 30 September 2025
- Apply online at: https://onlinebursary.ndmc.gov.za
Who Can Apply?
South African citizens who are:
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Accepted, registered, or applying to study a full programme in:
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Disaster Management, OR
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Fire Technology / Fire Engineering
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Studying at a public higher education institution in South Africa.
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Pursuing one of the following levels of study:
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Undergraduate
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Post-Graduate Diploma
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Advanced Diploma
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Master’s
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Note: Certificate and PhD programmes are not eligible.
Required Documents
For Undergraduate / Post-Graduate / Advanced Diploma:
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Certified copy of SA ID
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Certified copy of Matric Certificate
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Most recent academic transcript or results (minimum 60% average)
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Proof of application, acceptance, or registration for a full programme
For Master’s Students:
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Certified copy of SA ID
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Certified copy of Matric Certificate
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Most recent academic transcript (minimum 65% average)
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Brief CV (max 2 pages)
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Proof of application, acceptance, or registration for a full programme
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Master’s Research Proposal aligned with one of the NDMC’s 16 Priority Thematic Areas
Click here to view the Research Agenda PDF
What the Bursary Covers
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100% tuition and registration fees
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Research allowance (for Master’s students only, capped at R11,000)
Important Notes
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No email submissions will be accepted.
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No late, incomplete, or corrupted applications will be considered.
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Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Need Help?
General Queries:
bursary@ndmc.gov.za
012 848 4614 / 4628 / 4654
Technical (ICT) Queries:
bursary@ndmc.gov.za
012 848 4631 / 4676