CSIR-SASOL Foundation Bursary 2026 for South Africans

The CSIR, in collaboration with the Sasol Foundation, provides a comprehensive bursary for full-time, unemployed students pursuing qualifications in priority fields. The bursary covers registration, tuition, books, accommodation, living allowances, and a once-off laptop, with additional benefits such as mentorship, work placements opportunities, and support services. It targets South African citizens who are either current Grade 12 learners intending to enroll at a South African public university or current university students planning to study full-time at a South African university.

Covers academic costs (fees, books, accommodation), living allowances, a laptop allowance, mentorship, potential work placements, and wellness/support services.

Current Grade 12 learners who are South African citizens and intend to enroll full-time at a South African public university; English (Level 5), Mathematics (Level 6), and Physical Science (Level 6). Current university students who are South African citizens planning to enroll full-time at a South African university for 2025 and have passed all registered courses for the completed study period.

Submit the required documents (updated CV, certified ID, latest academic record, Grade 11 results for Grade 12 learners) via the official application portal.