Download the Z83 Form and How to Fill It In

The Z83 is the official application form for jobs and internships in South African national and provincial government departments. Without a correctly completed Z83, your application can be disqualified, even if you meet every requirement.

Download the new Z83 form

Always use the latest Z83 form, marked “Effective 01 January 2021” at the bottom of the first page. Applications on an older version are disqualified.

[Download the new Z83 form (PDF)

You can also get it from the DPSA website or from the department advertising the post. Download a fresh copy for each application.

What to send with your Z83

For most government posts, you send:

1. The Z83 form, fully completed and signed
2. A detailed CV
3. Copies of your supporting documents (ID, matric certificate, qualifications), if the advert asks for them

Since 2022, government departments ask for certified copies only from shortlisted candidates. You bring or send them before your interview. Always follow the advert: some posts, such as SAPS or SANDF, may still ask for certified copies up front.

How to fill in the Z83, part by part

The new Z83 has parts A to G.

• Parts A and B: complete every field, including the post name and reference number exactly as they appear in the advert.
• Parts C and D: complete every field in full.
• Parts E, F and G: if there isn’t enough space, you may write “see attached CV”, but your CV must then contain all the information asked for.
• Part F: answer the questions about conditions that would prevent your re-appointment in the public service, and sign the declaration.

The golden rule: never leave a field blank. If a question doesn’t apply to you, write “N/A” (not applicable). Blank fields can get you disqualified.

Can I fill it in on my phone or computer?

Yes. You can type into the PDF and then sign it. If the department doesn’t accept electronic signatures, print it, sign it by hand and scan it. Never use correction fluid; start a new form if you make a mistake.

Common mistakes that get applications rejected

• Using the old Z83 form
• Leaving fields blank instead of writing “N/A”
• The wrong or missing reference number
• Forgetting to sign the declaration
• Using one Z83 for several posts. Each post needs its own form.
• Sending it after the closing date
• Attaching documents the advert didn’t ask for, making your email too big to send

Where to find government jobs and internships

Government vacancies are published every week in the DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular on dpsa.gov.za. We post verified government opportunities on our Government jobs page and our WhatsApp channel.

Need a CV to go with your Z83? Make one with our free CV builder.

Guide details

• Last checked on: 9 November 2026
• Download button text: Download the new Z83 form (PDF)
  
• Official source link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za