Key Facts
- Status
- Applications Open
- Provider
- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Matriculant or current student in, or intending to study, an approved agriculture-related field (e.g. Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Animal Science, Entomology, Food Science, Veterinary Science)
- Preference given to applicants from rural or disadvantaged backgrounds
- Students with disabilities encouraged to apply
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of ID document
- Certified copy of Matric certificate or latest academic transcript
- Updated CV
- Proof of university registration or acceptance, where applicable
About Dalrrd Bursary
The DALRRD Bursary supports South African students studying towards agriculture-related qualifications, including fields such as Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Animal Science, Entomology, Food Science and Veterinary Science. The programme is aimed at matriculants and current tertiary students from rural or historically disadvantaged communities, and the department strongly encourages applications from students with disabilities.
Note on department naming: the national Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) was formally split into two separate departments, the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Land Reform and Rural Development, with the division finalised on 1 April 2025. This particular bursary funds agriculture-related study specifically (not land reform or rural development functions), and continues to be administered through the legacy DALRRD application channel and email address, so it is presented here under the historical DALRRD name and provider record pending confirmation of a fully separate Department of Agriculture provider listing.
Successful applicants can receive full or partial cover of tuition, registration and academic costs, support for accommodation, meals, books and prescribed materials, and a monthly stipend where budget allows.
Funding Details
- Full or partial cover of tuition, registration fees and academic costs
- Support for accommodation, meals, books and prescribed learning materials
- A monthly stipend or allowance, subject to available budget
Where You Can Study
Any recognised South African public university or TVET college offering an approved agriculture-related qualification.
About Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fishery
The functions formerly held by the national Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries are now split between the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, and the Department of Forestry, Fisher…
View full provider profile →- Address
- Agriculture Place, 20 Steve Biko Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083
- Phone
- +27 12 319 6000
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
- South African citizens who are matriculants or current tertiary students
- Students from rural or historically disadvantaged communities
- Students with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Questions about this application?
Contact Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fishery directly:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is this still called the "DALRRD" bursary if the department has split?
The former Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) was split into the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Land Reform and Rural Development on 1 April 2025. This bursary funds agriculture-related study, not land reform or rural development functions, and still uses the original DALRRD application email and web portal, so it is listed under the historical DALRRD name pending further clarity on the successor department's own branding.
What can I study?
Agriculture-related qualifications such as Agricultural Engineering, Agronomy, Animal Science, Entomology, Food Science and Veterinary Science, among others.
What does the bursary cover?
Depending on available budget, it can cover tuition, registration, accommodation, meals, books and a monthly stipend.
What is the closing date?
Applications for the current cycle close on 30 September 2026. Late submissions are not considered.
What if I am still waiting for my Matric results?
You can still apply and submit outstanding documents, such as final results or proof of university acceptance, within a short window after results are released.
