Thuthuka Bursary Programme 2026
The Thuthuka Bursary Programme, administered by the Thuthuka Education and Upliftment Fund (TEUF) in partnership with NSFAS, is a specialised bursary aimed at supporting aspiring Chartered Accountants (CAs) in South Africa. Designed to address the transformation and skills shortage in the accounting profession, the programme provides full financial and academic support to disadvantaged students who show strong academic potential and a desire to pursue a career as a CA.
The bursary is open to learners who are accepted or provisionally accepted into a SAICA-accredited university, and applicants must meet the academic, financial, and personal criteria. Selection is based on academic performance, National Benchmark Test (NBT) results, and a means test administered by NSFAS.
Thuthuka’s support goes beyond tuition, offering structured support programmes at partner universities to help students succeed both academically and personally.
This bursary is a significant opportunity for talented young South Africans committed to becoming Chartered Accountants and contributing to the country’s financial and economic development.
Bursary Overview:
- Bursary Title: Thuthuka Bursary Programme 2026
- Organisation: Thuthuka Education and Upliftment Fund (TEUF) in partnership with NSFAS
- Location: South Africa (Nationwide)
- Level of Study: Undergraduate (Chartered Accountancy pathway)
- Field of Study: Chartered Accountancy (CA) only
- Closing Date: 31 August 2025 at 00:00 (midnight)
Scholarship Benefits:
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Full financial support (administered jointly with NSFAS)
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Covers tuition, accommodation, books, and living expenses
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Academic and psychosocial support through university partnerships
Eligibility Criteria:
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Must be a South African citizen
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Must intend to study towards becoming a Chartered Accountant (CA)
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Must be accepted or provisionally accepted at a SAICA-accredited university
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Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the NSFAS financial means test
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Selection based on academic performance, National Benchmark Test (NBT) results, and financial background
Required Supporting Documents:
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Signed Thuthuka Consent Form (available for download on the official site)
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Applicant’s certified ID copy
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Parent(s)/Guardian(s) certified ID copies
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Parent(s)/Guardian(s) salary slips or proof of income
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ID copies of all dependents relying on household income
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Final Grade 11 results
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Final Grade 12 results (if already completed)
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Full university transcript (if already studying)
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Provisional university acceptance letter (if still in high school)
Application Process:
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Applications must be submitted online via the official Thuthuka Bursary application portal
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Ensure all fields marked in red are completed and required documents uploaded
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Your application is incomplete until you click “SUBMIT”
Important Notes:
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This is an application only; it does not guarantee funding
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Successful applicants will be required to sign contracts with TEUF and NSFAS
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The bursary cannot be used to settle existing loans or debt
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Incomplete applications will not be considered
Privacy & POPI Compliance:
By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). For full details, visit the TEUF website and review their privacy policies.
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