Eskom invites graduates to apply for Bursaries Programme in South Africa.

Eskom is inviting applications for its 2025 bursary programme. If you’re a student with a passion for engineering and looking for financial assistance to pursue higher education, this is a fantastic opportunity. Eskom is offering a total of 138 bursaries, aimed at both university and university of technology students who wish to study engineering-related fields.

Fields of Study Covered by the Eskom Bursary

University (BEng / BSc) Studies:

• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
• Electrical Engineering (Light Current)
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Metallurgy Engineering

University of Technology (Diploma) Studies:

• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
• Electrical Engineering (Light Current)
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Surveying Engineering

Bursary Breakdown

• 79 bursaries will be awarded for University studies.
• 59 bursaries will be awarded for University of Technology studies.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Eskom Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:

University Studies:

• You must be a South African citizen.
• You must be currently in Matric in 2024.
• You must have achieved a minimum of Level 4 for English, Level 5 for Pure Mathematics, and Level 5 for Physical Science in your Grade 11 finals.
• You must intend to study towards one of the qualifications listed above in 2025.
• You must have received conditional acceptance to study at a recognized and accredited university in South Africa in 2025.
• You must not be in receipt of any other bursary funding and must not be registered at any tertiary institution.
• Preference may be given to applicants from under-represented designated groups in line with Eskom’s employment equity goals.
• Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

University of Technology Studies:

• You must be a South African citizen.
• You must be currently in Matric in 2024.
• You must have achieved a minimum of Level 4 for English, Level 4 for Pure Mathematics, and Level 4 for Physical Science in your Grade 11 finals.
• You must intend to study towards one of the qualifications listed above in 2025.
• You must have received conditional acceptance to study at a recognized and accredited university of technology in South Africa in 2025.
• You must not be in receipt of any other bursary funding and must not be registered at any tertiary institution.
• Preference may be given to applicants from under-represented designated groups in line with Eskom’s employment equity goals.
• Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply for the Eskom Bursary

To apply for the Eskom Bursary Programme, follow these steps:

Proof of conditional acceptance at a University/University of Technology (on the institution’s letterhead)

Submit your application online:

Applications must be submitted online at:
Eskom Bursary Application 2025 – University studies
(Reference number: 50691424NP)

Eskom Bursary Application 2025 – University of Technology studies
(Reference number: 50738540NP)

Supporting Documentation: Ensure you submit clear copies of the following documents:

Certified copy of your ID document

Certified copy of your Grade 11 final results

Certified copy of your Matric latest results