The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) Bursary 2026 Now open for South Africans

The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) Bursary 2026 is an opportunity for South African youth who demonstrate academic potential and financial need. The PIC, a leading asset management company owned by the South African government, is committed to supporting education and empowering disadvantaged communities. Through this bursary programme, the organisation invests in young people who aspire to pursue higher education and contribute to the country’s economic growth.

The bursary targets students from designated groups who plan to study or are already studying toward their first undergraduate qualification at a public institution. Preference will be given to applicants who display innovation, leadership qualities, and a genuine need for financial assistance. The initiative reflects PIC’s long-term goal of building a skilled, inclusive workforce and creating opportunities for sustainable development across all provinces of South Africa.

Eligibility

The PIC bursary will be awarded to students intending to enroll or already studying for their first qualification and at undergraduate level only. No post-graduate qualification and/or second qualification will be funded.

• South African Citizens not older than 25 years.
• The following will be considered during the shortlisting process.
• Matriculants with a minimum of 60% overall pass rate (Mid-year results).
• Applicants at tertiary level with a minimum of 60% overall average pass rate of the most recent results.
• Applicants must be admitted (registered or accepted) to study at a South African Public
• Accredited Institution of Higher Learning.
• Applicants living with a disability are encouraged to apply.

PIC Bursary 2026 Fields

Students who intend studying in the following fields should apply:

• Accounting & Accounting Science (CA stream)
• Actuarial Science
• Applied Development Economics
• Cost and Management Account
• Computer Science
• Economics and Mathematical Science
• Finance/Financial Management
• Information Management/Systems/Technology
• Internal Audit
• Investment Management
• Human Resources Management
• Mathematical Statistics
• Research
• Risk Management
• Bachelor of Law (LLB)

Supporting Documents

• Completed application form.
• A copy of a valid RSA identity document.
• Proof of disability (medical certificate).
• Academic transcripts (if currently enrolled at an accredited tertiary institution).
• Matric Certificate (or Grade 11 and June results if currently in Grade 12).
• Preliminary acceptance letter(s) from an accredited tertiary institution.

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Proof of monthly household income and dependants. Example of household income:

• Salary or wage slips if employed or affidavit if unemployed.
• Death certificate if deceased.
• SASSA letter stating grants received if applicable.
• Affidavit stating annual income if self-employed.
• Letter from the court stating child support amount if parents are divorced or affidavit from parent stating the child support amount received if parents are separated.

Eligible Province

Bursary applications will only be accepted from unemployed youth born and residing in these provinces:

• Mpumalanga
• North West
• KwaZulu-Natal
• Northern Cape
• Eastern Cape
• Western Cape
• Limpopo
• Free State
• Gauteng

Deadline:

• Deadline to apply 31st of October 2025

How To Apply

To submit, visit the website for The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) Bursary 2026 Application