Key Facts
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2027
Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen or permanent resident
- Generally 35 years or younger
- Resident within the City of Ekurhuleni
- From a financially needy household
- Pursuing a certificate, diploma, or degree, including at TVET colleges
- Preference given to young women and applicants with disabilities
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID (not older than 3 months)
- Proof of residence within Ekurhuleni (not older than 3 months)
- Motivation letter (maximum one page)
- Proof of household income (salary slips, or a stamped bank statement with supporting affidavit)
- Proof of social grant receipt, if applicable
About Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality Bursaries
The City of Ekurhuleni offers bursary support to residents of the municipality through its municipal bursary programme, including the Executive Mayor's discretionary Godfrey Pitje Tertiary Assistance Fund (GPTAF). The fund is aimed at financially needy residents pursuing tertiary qualifications, with particular consideration given to students studying in fields linked to the municipality's growth and development priorities.
Applications are managed through the municipality's dedicated GPTAF online portal rather than a general council office, and the fund gives weighting to redress and equity considerations, including preference for young women and applicants with disabilities.
Funding Details
The fund provides financial assistance towards tuition and related study costs for qualifying residents. The exact amount awarded is assessed on a case-by-case basis according to need and is not a fixed published figure.
Where You Can Study
Recognised South African public universities, universities of technology, and TVET colleges, with some preference reported for students studying at TVET colleges within Ekurhuleni.
About Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality
The City of Ekurhuleni is the metropolitan municipality covering the East Rand region of Gauteng, including Germiston, Boksburg, Benoni, and surrounding industrial areas. Ekurhuleni is one of South Africa's most industri…
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- 15 Queen Street, Germiston, 1400
- Phone
- +27 86 054 3000
- info@ekurhuleni.gov.za
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
Applicants must be South African citizens or permanent residents, generally 35 years or younger, and must reside within the City of Ekurhuleni. The fund targets financially needy households - reported guidance has placed the qualifying family annual income threshold at around R120,000 - and gives consideration to redress and equity factors, including preference for young women and people with disabilities.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
Questions about this application?
Contact Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality directly:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who administers this bursary?
The City of Ekurhuleni, primarily through the Executive Mayor's Godfrey Pitje Tertiary Assistance Fund (GPTAF).
What is the household income requirement?
Reported guidance places the qualifying family annual income threshold at around R120,000, though this should be confirmed on the official GPTAF portal.
Do I need to already be studying to apply?
The fund supports both new and continuing students pursuing certificates, diplomas, or degrees, including at TVET colleges within Ekurhuleni.
How do I apply?
Applications are submitted online by registering and completing the application form on the GPTAF portal.
When do 2027 applications open and close?
A specific 2027 opening or closing date has not been published at the time of writing. Applicants should check the GPTAF portal directly, since if you do not hear back within roughly two months of the advertised closing date, you should treat the application as unsuccessful.
