PPS Foundation Bursary South Africa 2026

The PPS Foundation was formed in 2016, with the main goal of improving access to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields and nurturing the talent of youth in South Africa. Since the foundation was formed, over 105 students have received funding for their tertiary studies. The PPS Foundation was formed by PPS, an authorised financial services provider, who provides customised investment, healthcare and insurance solutions for graduate professionals. PPS is the only company in South Africa that is a mutual financial services solely for graduate professionals.

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered): You must be a South African citizenYou must be currently in Matric or have completed MatricYou must be studying or enrolled to study full time, at recognised public tertiary institution in South Africa (University or University of Technology)You must have demonstrate academic excellenceYou must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65%You must have a household income of NOT more than R1 million per annumPreference will be given to students pursuing studies towards a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) degree

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Applications must be submitted online at:PPS Foundation Bursary Application 2026 Students may read theHow to Guide, which outlines the steps of the application process. Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the PPS Foundation bursary. Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified): ID document (certified copy – not older than 3 months)Matric certificate/ statement of results if certificate is not yet available (certified copy)Full academic record to date, including most recent transcripts, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)Proof of registration for current academic year (on institutions letterhead)Financial Statement from University student finance departmentProforma invoices for prescribed booksLease agreements, if living in private accommodationProof of parents or guardians household income (latest payslips if employed/affidavitif unemployed/ proof of grant or pension if applicable/ death certificate if deceased) Note: preliminary academic results must be submitted by no later than 20 December 2025, and final academic transcripts must be submitted by no later than 16 January 2026 for students who are shortlisted.