PPS Foundation Bursary
Any Level
Various
Amount not specified
South African Citizens Only
About This Bursary
PPS Foundation Bursary South Africa 2026
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – PPS FOUNDATION
The PPS Foundation was formed in 2016, with the main goal of improving access to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields and nurturing the talent of youth in South Africa. Since the foundation was formed, over 105 students have received funding for their tertiary studies.
The PPS Foundation was formed by PPS, an authorised financial services provider, who provides customised investment, healthcare and insurance solutions for graduate professionals. PPS is the only company in South Africa that is a mutual financial services solely for graduate professionals.
ABOUT THE PPS FOUNDATION BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
The PPS Foundation is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the
2026 academic year
.
Bursaries will be awarded for degree studies within
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics)
fields, which are
scarce and critical sectors
in the country. Bursaries are also available for studies within the
Humanities
field.
www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the PPS Foundation Bursary.
Bursaries will be awarded based on 2 main criteria: financial need and academic performance. The bursary is available from the 1st year of study, through to Honours level.
** RELATED BURSARIES **
View our other
Science, Technology and Mathematics Bursaries and Scholarships
here
.
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here
.
View our other
Bursaries and Scholarships OPEN for application
here
.
ABOUT THE PPS FOUNDATION BURSARY PROGRAMME – COVERAGE VALUE, OBLIGATIONS & SELECTION
The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, text books, meals and accommodation at university residence. Students will also receive access to other resources, to reduce the challenges of the learning and teaching experience.
Bursary
recipients in the 1st year of study will be required to attend on-campus contact support sessions, facilitated by the PPS Foundation, at certain times throughout the year.
Bursary recipients are required to submit their statement of results at the end of each semester, as soon as they are received, in order to continue receiving funding.
All applicants will be notified on the status of their application by 31 January 2026.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PPS FOUNDATION BURSARY
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
You must be a South African citizen
You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
You must be studying or enrolled to study full time, at recognised public tertiary institution in South Africa (University or University of Technology)
You must have demonstrate academic excellence
You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65%
You must have a household income of NOT more than R1 million per annum
Preference will be given to students pursuing studies towards a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) degree
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE PPS FOUNDATION BURSARY
Applications must be submitted online at:
PPS Foundation Bursary Application 2026
Students may read the
How to Guide
, which outlines the steps of the application process.
Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the PPS Foundation bursary.
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
ID document (certified copy – not older than 3 months)
Matric certificate/ statement of results if certificate is not yet available (certified copy)
Full academic record to date, including most recent transcripts, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)
Proof of registration for current academic year (on institutions letterhead)
Financial Statement from University student finance department
Proforma invoices for prescribed books
Lease agreements, if living in private accommodation
Proof of parents or guardians household income (latest payslips if employed/
affidavit
if unemployed/ proof of grant or pension if applicable/ death certificate if deceased)
Note: preliminary academic results must be submitted by no later than 20 December 2025, and final academic transcripts must be submitted by no later than 16 January 2026 for students who are shortlisted.
CLOSING DATE FOR THE PPS FOUNDATION BURSARY
20 December 2025.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
CONTACT THE PPS FOUNDATION BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the PPS Foundation directly:
Email: infoppsfoundation@pps.co.za
Please do NOT contact the PPS Foundation if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here:
https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/
This bursary listing was last updated in October 2025.
SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.
What's Covered
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Eligibility Criteria
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Application Requirements
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Important Dates
Application Deadline:
Feb 07, 2026
Bursary Details
Category:
General
Study Level:
Any Level
Funding Type:
Full Funding
Reference:
BUR-2BCE0A34