Compensation Fund Bursary 2026 Open for Applications
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October 12, 2025
Overview
The Compensation Fund invites unemployed COID beneficiaries with permanent disablement (PWDs), their dependents, and the dependents of fatally injured employees to apply for the 2026 External Bursary Scheme.
This bursary aims to provide financial assistance to eligible applicants studying at Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Colleges, Community Education and Training (CET) Colleges, and Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across South Africa.
What the Compensation Fund Bursary Covers
The bursary offers comprehensive financial support, including:
- Tuition fees
- Prescribed study materials
- Monthly stipend
- Accommodation
The award is renewable annually, subject to good academic performance and availability of funds.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be unemployed and a COID beneficiary with a permanent disablement, or a dependent of a permanently disabled or fatally injured employee.
- Have proof of acceptance or registration at a recognised TVET, CET, or HEI institution.
Compensation Fund Application Details
- Closing Date: 31 March 2026
- Applications Open: Throughout the 2026 academic year
- Note: If you do not receive feedback within two months after submitting your application, consider your application unsuccessful.
Useful Links
- Internship Opportunities in South Africa – Jobfinders24
- Online Courses for Career Advancement – Vuka Matric
- Government Job Vacancies in South Africa – SiyaQasha
How to Apply
Download and complete the official Compensation Fund External Bursary Application Form 2026, available below, and submit it as instructed in the form.
Application Form:
Download Application Form (PDF)
Compensation Fund Bursary Flyers by Language
Below are the official flyers for the Compensation Fund External Scheme 2026, available in multiple South African languages:
| Language | Download Flyer (PDF) |
|---|---|
| English | Download |
| Afrikaans | Download |
| isiZulu | Download |
| isiXhosa | Download |
| isiNdebele | Download |
| Sesotho | Download |
| Sepedi | Download |
| Setswana | Download |
| TshiVenda | Download |
| Xitsonga | Download |
| isiSwati | Download |
Important Notes
- Applicants are encouraged to apply early before the 31 March 2026 closing date.
- The bursary is subject to academic performance and funding availability each year.
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