The Eastern Cape Department of Transport has made available their 2026 bursary application programme for all interested applicants to apply. To apply for this bursary program, you need to follow the details below to proceed.
Closing Date: 28th January 2026
Bursary Requirements:
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must have completed Matric
- You must be studying or intend on studying part-time and full-time, within one of the Transport-related fields listed above
- You must be studying or accepted to study at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
Bursary Coverage:
The Eastern Cape Department of Transport is inviting students to apply for bursary funding, for the 2026 academic year.
Bursaries will be awarded for studies within Transport-related fields (part-time and full-time):
- Aeronautical studies
- Aviation Maintenance studies
- Civil Engineering (3 year qualification)
- Maritime Engineering (3 year qualification)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Road Traffic Engineering studies
Method of Application:
Download and complete the Eastern Cape Department of Transport Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf)
Supporting Documents:
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Full academic record, including most recent results
- Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed)
- Proof of admission to a tertiary institution
Applications must be posted to:
The Directorate: Human Resources Development
Bursaries Section
Department of Transport
Private Bag
X0023
Bisho
5608