Key Facts
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2027
Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Registered, or accepted, at an accredited public tertiary institution
- Studying a qualifying scarce-skills field (Computer & Information Sciences, Engineering, Health Sciences & Pharmacy, Natural Sciences, Economic Management Sciences, Supply Chain & Manufacturing, Human & Social Sciences, or Graphic Design)
- Minimum 70% overall academic average
- Willing to participate in Cipla vacation work and consider its Graduate Skills Programme
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Recent academic records or transcripts
- Study expense invoices or quotes
- Lease or landlord affidavit (for students in private accommodation)
- Curriculum Vitae with photo (PDF format)
About Cipla Bursary
The Cipla SA Bursary Programme is funded by Cipla South Africa, the local arm of the multinational pharmaceutical company Cipla, to support students studying scarce and critical skills at accredited public South African universities. The programme targets high-performing students and is linked to Cipla's Graduate Skills Programme, offering a route into the business after graduation.
Funding is intended to cover core study costs, and successful applicants are generally expected to participate in vacation work with Cipla during their studies.
Funding Details
Past cycles have covered tuition, accommodation, meals, books and study materials, and a laptop allowance (up to R8,000 in recent cycles), plus access to wellness programmes, psychometric assessments and mentorship, alongside vacation work exposure at Cipla.
Where You Can Study
Cipla does not publish a restricted list of universities for this bursary. Any accredited South African public tertiary institution offering the qualifying fields should be eligible.
About Cipla South Africa
Cipla South Africa is the local operating arm of Cipla Limited, a multinational pharmaceutical company founded in India in 1935. Its South African presence grew substantially through the 2013 acquisition of Cipla Medpro …
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South African citizens registered, or planning to register, at an accredited public tertiary institution, studying towards a qualification in a scarce or critical skills field relevant to Cipla's business, and maintaining a minimum 70% overall academic average.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Cipla SA Bursary Programme open for 2027?
Cipla has run this programme annually, most recently closing 17 February 2026 for that intake. As of August 2026, Cipla had not yet published an application window for the 2027 academic year - check Cipla's careers portal nearer the start of the year.
What academic average do I need?
A minimum 70% overall average is required, and needs to be maintained for continued funding.
What does the bursary cover?
Past cycles have covered tuition, accommodation, meals, books and study materials, and a laptop allowance.
Which fields of study qualify?
Scarce and critical skills fields including Computer & Information Sciences, Engineering, Health Sciences & Pharmacy, Natural Sciences, Economic Management Sciences, Supply Chain & Manufacturing, Human & Social Sciences, and Graphic Design.
How do I apply?
Online only, through Cipla's careers portal - the company states no other application method is accepted.
