Capitec Bank Bursaries 2027

Capitec invites qualifying South African students to apply for the External Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.

Bursary Application Closing Date: Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 12:00 midday

Bursary Location: DHET or CHE-registered tertiary institutions across South Africa

Capitec External Bursary Programme 2027

Capitec is offering bursary support to academically strong students who are passionate about technology, business, data and the future of financial services.

The bursary is intended for students who will study full-time during the 2027 academic year.

Successful applicants may receive financial support, personal-development opportunities and workplace-readiness assistance to help them transition from university into employment.

Bursary Programme Overview

Bursary provider: Capitec
Programme: Capitec External Bursary 2027
Funding year: 2027 academic year
Study mode: Full-time
Qualification levels: Bachelor’s degree and Honours at NQF Level 7 or higher
Maximum age: 27 years or younger on 31 December 2026
Citizenship: South African citizens
Closing date: 12 August 2026 at 12:00 midday
Application method: Online

What the Capitec Bursary Covers

The bursary may provide funding for:

• Full tuition fees.
• Registration fees.
• Accommodation.
• Textbooks.
• Meal allowance.
• Other approved student support or stipends.

The final funding package will only be confirmed in the successful applicant’s bursary award or pledge letter.

Applicants should therefore not assume that every listed expense will automatically be funded at the same amount.

Additional Support Offered

Successful bursary recipients may also receive:

• Workplace-readiness support.
• An onboarding experience.
• Assistance with transitioning into the working environment.
• Personal-development support.
• Guidance on building a professional brand.
• Opportunities to remain connected to Capitec.
• Exposure to a business focused on innovation and growth.

Eligible Fields of Study

The bursary information lists the following study fields:

• Actuarial Science.
• Computer Science.
• Information Systems.
• Information Technology.
• Digital Marketing.
• Economics.
• Finance.
• Mathematics.
• Quantitative Management.
• Statistics.

However, applicants studying quantitative qualifications are instructed to apply through Capitec’s separate quantitative bursary application.

Quantitative Qualifications

Students studying quantitative fields should apply through the Capitec Quantitative Bursary route.

These fields include:

• Applied Mathematics.
• Pure Mathematics.
• Mathematical Sciences.
• Statistics.
• Statistical Sciences.
• Mathematical Statistics.
• Actuarial Science.
• Computer Science.
• Data Science.
• Quantitative Finance.
• Quantitative Management.
• Econometrics.
• Closely related quantitative qualifications.

Click here to apply for the Capitec Quantitative Bursary 2027

Applicants should use the correct application type for their qualification.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be South African citizens.
• Be 27 years old or younger on 31 December 2026.
• Study full-time during the 2027 academic year.
• Be pursuing an eligible Bachelor’s or Honours qualification.
• Study at an institution accepted under the programme requirements.
• Meet the minimum academic requirements.
• Provide complete and truthful application information.
• Submit all required supporting documents.
• Apply before the closing date and time.

Academic Requirements for Grade 12 Applicants

Grade 12 applicants must have:

• A Bachelor’s Pass.
• An average of at least 65%.

The supplied information also states that the programme allows applications from:

• 2025 Matric learners; or
• Applicants who took a gap year after completing Matric in 2024.

These year references appear inconsistent with a bursary intended for the 2027 academic year. Applicants should rely on the eligibility questions displayed on the official application portal and ensure that their current study status is entered accurately.

Academic Requirements for Tertiary Students

Current tertiary students must have:

• An academic average of at least 65%.
• Satisfactory results for the latest full academic years requested in the application.
• Progress consistent with completing the qualification within the minimum prescribed period.

The supplied information refers to results for 2024 and 2025. Applicants should upload the latest academic records requested by the official portal, including more recent results where the system requires them.

Eligible Qualification Levels

The programme is open to students pursuing:

• Bachelor’s degrees.
• Honours qualifications.
• Qualifications at NQF Level 7 or higher, subject to the programme rules.

The supplied information states that the bursary is not open to:

• N4 qualifications.
• N5 qualifications.
• N6 qualifications.
• Higher Certificates.
• Diplomas.
• Advanced Diplomas.
• Master’s degrees.
• Doctoral degrees.

Institution Requirements

The bursary information states that applicants must study full-time at an institution registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training or the Council on Higher Education.

The following institution or study types are listed as ineligible:

• TVET colleges.
• Community colleges.
• Graduate schools.
• Business schools.
• Distance-learning institutions.
• UNISA or similar distance-learning study.

Applicants should confirm that their institution and study mode meet the requirements before applying.

Full-Time Study Requirement

The bursary is only available to students studying full-time in 2027.

Applicants who are later found to:

• Be studying part-time.
• Have undisclosed paid employment.
• Have supplied incorrect information.
• Have made misleading statements during the application or interview process.

may have their bursary offer or contract cancelled.

Capitec may also require repayment of bursary benefits already paid.

Age Requirement

Applicants must be:

27 years old or younger on 31 December 2026

Applicants who will be older than 27 on that date do not meet the stated age requirement.

Academic Performance

Applicants should have a minimum average of:

65%

Academic performance will be considered together with the applicant’s field of study, progression and overall suitability.

Preference may be given to students who are on track to complete their qualification within the minimum required period and are not in an extended N+1 study year.

Candidate Qualities

Capitec is seeking students who demonstrate:

• Academic excellence.
• Learning agility.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Curiosity.
• Innovation.
• Accountability.
• Collaboration.
• A strong interest in technology, data or business.
• A forward-looking mindset.
• Commitment to personal development.

Applicants should show these qualities through their academic record, motivation and assessment performance.

Annual Renewal of the Bursary

The bursary is renewable annually.

Renewal may depend on:

• Academic performance.
• Student engagement.
• Compliance with bursary conditions.
• Availability of sponsor funding.
• Capitec’s approved bursary budget.

Students will not automatically receive funding for the full duration of their qualification from the first year of the award.

Each year’s funding must be renewed or confirmed.

Work-Back Obligation

Bursary recipients will be required to work for Capitec after completing their studies.

The work-back obligation applies for every year of funding received.

A recipient who does not fulfil the obligation may be required to repay:

• The value of bursary benefits received; and
• Interest calculated at the prime lending rate.

Applicants should carefully review the bursary agreement before accepting an award.

Employment Equity

Bursaries will be awarded in line with Capitec’s Employment Equity Plan.

Preference may be given to applicants who support the organisation’s transformation and employment-equity objectives.

Meeting the academic and eligibility requirements does not guarantee funding.

Selection Process

Depending on the application stage, candidates may be required to complete:

• Initial screening.
• Shortlisting.
• Interviews.
• Psychometric assessments.
• Academic and document verification.
• Further suitability assessments.

Applicants should ensure that their contact details remain correct throughout the process.

Required Application Documents

Applicants must attach all documents requested by the official bursary platform.

These may include:

• A copy of the South African identity document.
• Grade 12 results or Matric certificate.
• Latest academic records.
• Proof of registration.
• Proof of acceptance for 2027 where applicable.
• Proof of full-time study.
• Curriculum Vitae where requested.
• Any additional declarations or documents required by Capitec.

Incomplete applications may be disregarded.

Accuracy and Disclosure Requirements

Applicants must provide information that is:

• Complete.
• Accurate.
• Truthful.
• Current.
• Supported by valid documents.

Applications containing misrepresentations may be rejected immediately.

A bursary awarded on the basis of false or incomplete information may later be cancelled.

How to Apply for the Capitec External Bursary 2027

Applications must be submitted online through the official Capitec bursary portal.

Click here to apply for the Capitec External Bursary 2027

Applicants should:

1. Open the official Capitec bursary portal.
2. Select the Capitec External Bursary 2027 application.
3. Read all instructions and eligibility conditions.
4. Complete every required section.
5. Enter accurate personal and academic information.
6. Upload all required supporting documents.
7. Confirm that the correct bursary type was selected.
8. Review the application carefully.
9. Submit it before 12:00 midday on 12 August 2026.

Bursary Application Closing Date

Applications close on:

Wednesday, 12 August 2026 at 12:00 midday

Applications submitted after midday may not be considered.

Applicants should apply early to allow enough time to complete the form and upload all documents.

Application Outcome

Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

Successful candidates will be required to sign a formal bursary agreement containing the programme’s terms and conditions.

Important Application Conditions

Applicants should note that:

• The bursary is for the 2027 academic year.
• Full-time study is compulsory.
• The bursary is limited to eligible Bachelor’s and Honours programmes.
• Applicants must be 27 or younger on 31 December 2026.
• A minimum academic average of 65% is required.
• Distance-learning students are not eligible.
• Diploma, Master’s and doctoral students are not eligible.
• Quantitative students must use the separate quantitative bursary link.
• Funding is renewed annually and is not automatically guaranteed for the entire qualification.
• A work-back obligation applies.
• False information may lead to disqualification, termination and repayment.
• Final funding details are confirmed only in the official award letter.

Application Checklist

Before submitting the application, confirm that:

• You are a South African citizen.
• You will be 27 or younger on 31 December 2026.
• You will study full-time in 2027.
• Your institution is eligible.
• Your qualification level is eligible.
• Your field of study is supported.
• You have an academic average of at least 65%.
• You selected the correct external or quantitative bursary application.
• All required documents are attached.
• Your information is complete and truthful.
• You understand the annual renewal conditions.
• You understand the work-back obligation.
• You submit the application before 12:00 midday on 12 August 2026.