Key Facts
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- Field of Study
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2026
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen with a valid South African ID
- Currently in Matric or already completed Matric
- Full-time enrolment at a recognised public tertiary institution in South Africa
- Minimum overall academic average of 65%
- Total household income not more than R1,000,000 per year
- Preference given to STEM qualifications, though Humanities fields also qualify
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of ID
- Matric results or certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of registration
- University financial statement
- Textbook invoices
- Household income documentation
About Pps Chairmans Fund Bursary
The PPS Chairman's Fund is the historic name for the bursary programme now run through the PPS Foundation, established in 2016 to widen access to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics education in South Africa. PPS, short for Professional Provident Society, is the only company in South Africa structured as a mutual financial services provider solely for graduate professionals, offering investment, healthcare, and insurance solutions.
Because PPS built its business around supporting professionals, funding STEM and Humanities students through university is a direct extension of that same purpose: helping capable people reach professional careers.
Funding Details
The bursary covers tuition fees, prescribed textbooks, meals, and university residence accommodation. Recipients also receive access to study skills and tutoring support, networking events, career services, and additional on-campus support during their first year.
Where You Can Study
Applicants must study full-time at a recognised public tertiary institution in South Africa, meaning a public university or university of technology. Private colleges do not qualify.
About PPS
PPS (the Professional Provident Society) is a South African financial services group providing insurance, investment, and financial products exclusively to graduate professionals. The society has served the professional …
View full provider profile →- Address
- 6 Anerley Road, Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193
- Phone
- 011 772 2300
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
The PPS Foundation Bursary prioritises STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) qualifications, though Humanities students may also apply. Funding extends from first year of study through to Honours level, based on a combination of financial need and academic performance.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
Applications for this cycle have closed. Check the provider's site for the next intake.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the PPS Chairman's Fund the same as the PPS Foundation Bursary?
Yes. The Chairman's Fund is the historic name for this funding stream, which now operates through the PPS Foundation, established in 2016.
Does the bursary only fund STEM students?
STEM qualifications receive preference, but Humanities students may also apply.
How far does the funding extend?
The bursary can fund a student from first year of study right through to Honours level, depending on financial need and academic performance.
What is the household income limit?
Total household income must not exceed R1,000,000 per year.
When does the application period close?
For the 2026 academic year, applications opened on 15 October 2025 and closed on 20 December 2025, with outcomes confirmed by 31 January 2026.
