The Capitec Bank External Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year is currently open for applications. Capitec is specifically looking to fund high-performing students pursuing tech, data, and business-focused degrees that align with the future of banking.
Key Overview
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Application Closing Date: 12 August 2026 at 14:00 (sharp)
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Academic Year Funded: 2027
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Study Mode: Strictly Full-Time
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Target Level: NQF Level 7 or higher (Bachelor’s Degrees and Honours only)
What the Bursary Covers
Capitec provides a comprehensive financial and professional support package, which includes:
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Full tuition and registration fees
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Accommodation costs
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Textbooks and learning materials
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Meal allowances and student stipends
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Bonus Perks: Workplace readiness training, onboarding support, personal branding development, and networking opportunities within the bank.
Eligible Fields of Study
To secure this bursary, your qualification must directly link to Capitec’s digital and financial environment:
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Computer Science / Information Technology / Information Systems
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Data Science / Statistics / Mathematics
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Actuarial Science / Quantitative Management
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Finance / Economics
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Digital Marketing
⚠️ Exclusions: This bursary does not cover Higher Certificates, Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, N4–N6 qualifications, Master’s, or Doctoral degrees.
Eligibility & Academic Requirements
General Criteria
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Must be a South African citizen.
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Must be entering your 1st, 2nd, 3rd (final) year, or Honours year in 2027.
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Must be registered (or planning to register) at a DHET/CHE recognized public or private higher education institution.
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Note: Students at TVET colleges, community colleges, business schools, or distance-learning institutions (like UNISA) are not eligible.
Academic Cut-offs
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Current Matriculants (Grade 12 in 2026): Must be on track for a Bachelor’s Pass with a minimum overall average of 65%.
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Current University Students / Gap-Year Applicants: Must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% for your latest completed academic semesters (2025 and 2026 mid-year).
Important Conditions: The “Work-Back” Obligation
The bursary is awarded for one year at a time and is renewed annually based on your academic performance. Upon graduating, you are required to work for Capitec for a period equal to the duration of the funding you received. This is a massive plus for career building, but keep in mind that failing to honor this agreement means you will have to pay back the bursary with interest.
How to Apply
Applications must be processed online through the official Capitec application portal managed via Aura AMS.
Documents to have ready (Certified within the last 3 months):
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Your ID and your parent/guardian’s ID.
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Proof of household income.
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For Matriculants: Final Grade 11 report and your latest Grade 12 (Term 2) report.
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For University Students: Matric certificate, official 2026 academic transcript, and your latest university fee statement.
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NSFAS funding status confirmation or a signed affidavit stating you have never received it.
