Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen with a valid ID
- National Senior Certificate
- Minimum overall academic average of 70%
- Fluent in English and Afrikaans
- Grade 12 learners: latest Grade 11 results and current Grade 12 results
- University students: at least 60% average in major subjects, studying Accounting, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Agricultural Economics, or International Trade and Marketing
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of your South African ID document
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Recent photo
- Academic results
- Full academic record
About Vkb Group Bursary
VKB Group funds bursaries across Accounting, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Agricultural Economics, and International Trade and Marketing. Based in the Free State, VKB is a diversified agricultural business spanning grain trading, agricultural retail, milling, and food processing, and the breadth of its bursary reflects how many different kinds of skills a large agribusiness actually needs beyond farming itself.
Because VKB operates across both English and Afrikaans-speaking rural communities, the bursary specifically requires fluency in both languages - a requirement that sets it apart from most other bursaries on this site.
Funding Details
Full financial details aren't published upfront, but successful applicants complete vacation work at one of VKB's regional head offices, giving them direct exposure to how a large agricultural business runs before they graduate.
Where You Can Study
You need to study at an accredited South African tertiary institution. VKB doesn't publish a narrow list of approved universities beyond that, but your qualification needs to be one of the five funded fields.
About VKB Group
VKB Group is a diversified agricultural business based in the Free State, with operations spanning grain trading, agricultural retail, milling, and food processing across South Africa. As one of the country's larger agri…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You need to be a South African citizen with a valid ID, a National Senior Certificate, and a minimum overall academic average of 70%, fluent in both English and Afrikaans. Grade 12 learners submit their latest Grade 11 results alongside current Grade 12 results, while university students need at least a 60% average in their major subjects and a complete academic record.
Because VKB funds five quite different fields, make sure your specific qualification is one of the approved options before applying.
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
Which fields does the VKB Group Bursary cover?
Accounting, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Agricultural Economics, and International Trade and Marketing.
Do I need to speak more than one language?
Yes - you need to be fluent in both English and Afrikaans.
What average do I need?
A minimum overall academic average of 70%, or at least 60% in major subjects if you're already at university.
Does the bursary include practical experience?
Yes - successful applicants complete vacation work at one of VKB's regional head offices.
How do I apply?
Online through the Simplify HR portal.
What documents do I need?
Certified ID, CV, photo, academic results, and your full academic record, all in PDF format.
When do applications close?
31 August 2026.
What kind of company is VKB?
A diversified agricultural business based in the Free State, spanning grain trading, agricultural retail, milling, and food processing.
