The South African Revenue Service (SARS) Bursary is a prestigious scholarship program offered to deserving South African students pursuing specific undergraduate degrees at accredited universities within the country.
This bursary program aims to address the financial needs of academically gifted students, particularly those considering careers relevant to SARS’s operations.
About the SARS Bursary
The SARS Bursary program focuses on supporting students in specific fields of study that are in line with the organization’s work.
These fields include:
- Engineering: Chemical, Civil, Electrical (Heavy Current/Electronic), Geology, Industrial, Mechanical, Metallurgy, Mine Survey, and Mining.
- Science: Accounting, Information Systems, Actuarial Science, Chemistry, and Computer Science.
The bursary covers the full cost of tuition fees, a living allowance, and prescribed textbooks.
Also, bursary holders may be offered vacation work opportunities at SARS during their studies.
SARS Bursary Application Form
The SARS Bursary application form is usually available online through the SARS website or partnering bursary platforms like Career Wise.
You have to note that the application window opens and closes on specific dates each year.
Therefore, it’s advisable to frequently check the official SARS website or relevant platforms for application deadlines and updates.
Once the application window opens, you can download the application form, complete it accurately, and gather all the required supporting documents.
These documents usually include:
- A certified copy of your South African ID or permanent resident permit.
- A recent passport-sized photograph.
- Your academic transcripts (Grade 11 results for current Matric students and full academic record for current university students).
- Proof of admission to a recognized South African university (applicable to students already accepted into a program).
- Matric certificate (applicable to students who have completed Matric).
Once you’ve compiled all the necessary documents, submit your completed application form and supporting documents electronically through the designated platform or physically mail them to the address provided by SARS.
SARS Bursary Requirements
To be eligible for the SARS Bursary, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
- Have completed Matric (secondary school graduation) or be currently in your final year of Matric.
- Be enrolled in or intend to enroll for an undergraduate degree at a recognized South African university in one of the fields of study mentioned earlier.
- Demonstrate strong academic performance – a minimum average of 70% in your previous year’s studies is often preferred.
- Demonstrate financial need.
SARS Bursary Closing Date
It’s important to remember that the SARS Bursary application window normally closes on 30 May each year.
The exact dates may vary, so it’s good to stay updated by regularly checking the official SARS website or relevant bursary platforms like Career Wise for the latest information regarding the application window and deadlines.
For any inquiries or clarifications regarding the SARS Bursary, you can contact the SARS Bursary Helpdesk at 086 100 8777 / 086 100 7787.
You may also reach Career Wise through email at any of the following addresses: [email protected] / [email protected].