Last call for applications: Transnet Bursary South Africa 2026

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Transnet will be awarding bursaries for undergraduate technical and non-technical studies, including the following fields:
Engineering studies (BSc / BEng):

• Electronics Engineering
  
• Electrical Engineering
  
• Industrial Engineering
  
• Mechanical Engineering
  
• Metallurgy Engineering

Specialised commercial studies (National Diploma / BSc):

• Accounting Science
  
• Computer Science
  
• Data Sciences
  
• Environmental Science
  
• Geographical Information Systems
  
• Information Systems

These bursaries are available as part of Transnet’s pipeline development strategy, for fields that help address the companies skills needs.

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, textbook allowance, accommodation, meals and experiential training. The bursary award will be renewed each year based on satisfactory academic performance.

Transnet service contract

Students may be required to do vacation work at Transnet during the June/July or December/January holidays.

After graduation, bursars may be required to work at Transnet for the equal duration of the bursary award, depending on the availability of vacancies.

Eligibility requirements for Transnet bursary

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 citizen
  
• You must be under 25 years old
  
• You must have completed Matric or you must be currently in Matric
  
• You must be studying or intend on studying full time towards an undergraduate qualification in one of the fields listed above, in 2026
  
• You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa
  
• You must be a top-performing student
  
• You must have achieved a minimum of level 5 (60%) for English and relevant subjects in line with the criteria for your course of study, in Matric
  
• You must have good written and communication skills
  
• You must have basic computer skills
  
• You must be able to work well within a team
  
• You must have good problem solving skills
  
• You must pay close attention to detail
  
• You must be willing to learn
  
• You must have good interpersonal skills
  
• Preference will be given to students from designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organization/ Operating Division
  
• Students with a disabilities are encouraged to apply

Students across all fields of study urged to apply for Willowton Sanzaf Bursary

12 Sep 2025

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online at:
Transnet Bursary Application 2026: Engineering studies (Reference: req3217)
Transnet Bursary Application 2026: Specialised commercial studies (Reference: req3218)

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Transnet bursary.

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

• Completed Transnet Bursary Application Form (.pdf)
  
• ID document (certified copy)
  
• Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
  
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
  
• Full academic record, including most recent results, if currently studying (certified copy)
  
• Proof of tertiary registration or acceptance (on institutions letterhead)
  
• Shortened Curriculum Vitae

Closing date

The deadline for applications if 6 October 2025. (Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

Contact the bursary provider

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Transnet directly:
Department: Bursary Office
Tel: +27 (0)11 584 1194
Fax: 086 582 7236
Email: ten.tensnart@seirasrub

This information was originally published by SA Bursaries. For more bursary opportunities, visit SA Bursaries here.