Key Facts
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen and permanent resident of the Eastern Cape
- Registered or accepted for undergraduate study at a South African public university
- Studying towards Accounting, Economics, Financial Management, Financial Information Systems or a related field
- Household income within the threshold set by the Provincial Treasury for that intake
- Good academic standing
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of ID document
- Certified copy of latest academic record/transcript
- Proof of registration or letter of acceptance from the institution
- Motivational letter
- Proof of household income
About Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury Bursary
The Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury Bursary is an external bursary programme run by the Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury to build a pipeline of qualified finance, accounting and economics professionals for provincial government departments and public entities. The scheme targets residents of the Eastern Cape studying towards undergraduate qualifications in fields directly relevant to public financial management.
Funding Details
The bursary provides financial support towards tuition and study-related costs for the duration of an approved undergraduate qualification in a relevant field. Exact coverage amounts are determined by the Provincial Treasury on a case-by-case basis and are confirmed directly with successful applicants.
Where You Can Study
Open to students registered at any accredited South African public university, studying towards qualifications in Accounting, Economic Policy Research and Analysis, Financial Information Systems, Financial Management or closely related financial/economics disciplines.
About Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury
The Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury is the provincial government department responsible for public finance management, budgeting and economic governance in the Eastern Cape, overseeing how the province plans, allocates …
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
The bursary is aimed at South African citizens who permanently reside in the Eastern Cape and who are registered, or have been accepted, for undergraduate study in a relevant financial or economics-related field at a public South African university. Preference is given to applicants from households with limited financial means.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as the National Treasury Bursary?
No. This bursary is specific to the Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury and is only open to Eastern Cape residents. It is separate from the National Treasury's own bursary scheme, which is administered nationally.
Is there an application form?
Historically, applicants have applied by email directly to the Provincial Treasury rather than via a formal online form, submitting the required supporting documents with the intake year referenced in the subject line.
What is the household income threshold?
The Provincial Treasury has previously applied a household income cap for this bursary. This threshold can change between intakes, so applicants should confirm the current figure directly with the Treasury before applying.
When do 2027 applications open?
As of August 2026, the Eastern Cape Provincial Treasury had not yet published opening or closing dates for a 2027 intake. Previous intakes have opened in the first part of the year, so prospective applicants should monitor the Treasury's official website and social channels for an announcement.
