Land Bank External Bursary Programme
Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) (administered in-house by Land Bank Human Resources)
The Land Bank External Bursary Programme funds South African students studying undergraduate agriculture at Agricultural Colleges registered with the Council on Higher Education (CHE). It covers full tuition fees plus prescribed books, a monthly living allowance, and accommodation and meal allowances where applicable. Preference is given to academically strong students from historically disadvantaged backgrounds and rural areas.
- Amount
- Not officially published. Covers full tuition fees plus allowances (no Rand figures stated on the official source).
- Deadline
- To be announced
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) (administered in-house by Land Bank Human Resources) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Aged between 18 and 28 years
- ✓ Strong academic performance in Grade 12 (or equivalent) and at tertiary level
- ✓ Accepted or registered for an undergraduate qualification at a CHE-registered Agricultural College
- ✓ Demonstrate financial need (proof of household income or an affidavit must be submitted)
- ✓ Preference for students from historically disadvantaged backgrounds and rural areas
What's Included
- ✓ Full tuition fee coverage for Agricultural Colleges registered with the Council on Higher Education (CHE)
- ✓ Prescribed books and study materials
- ✓ Monthly living allowance
- ✓ Accommodation and meal allowances where applicable
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) (administered in-house by Land Bank Human Resources) bursary application
- 1
Check the Land Bank bursary opportunities page for the next application window and download the External Bursary Application Form when it is published
- 2
Complete the application form in full and gather all certified supporting documents
- 3
Email your completed form and documents to bursaries@landbank.co.za before the closing date
- 4
Submit before the deadline (the 2026 academic-year intake closed on 5 January 2026) - late or incomplete applications are not considered
- 5
Wait for shortlisting; successful applicants are contacted by Land Bank Human Resources
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
- 📄 Certified copies of your latest academic records (Grade 12 results and tertiary results where applicable)
- 📄 Proof of household income, or an affidavit where income cannot be documented
- 📄 College acceptance or registration letter from a CHE-registered Agricultural College
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible for the Land Bank External Bursary Programme?
- South African citizens aged between 18 and 28 who have strong academic results and are accepted or registered for an undergraduate qualification at an Agricultural College registered with the Council on Higher Education (CHE). Preference is given to students from historically disadvantaged backgrounds and rural areas.
- What does the Land Bank bursary cover?
- It covers full tuition fees, prescribed books and study materials, a monthly living allowance, and accommodation and meal allowances where applicable. No specific Rand amounts are published on the official source.
- When is the Land Bank External Bursary deadline?
- The 2026 academic-year intake closed on 5 January 2026, after opening late in 2025. As of 12 October 2026 Land Bank's bursary page said no bursaries were available and the next window had not been announced. Late or incomplete applications are not considered.
- How do I apply for the Land Bank bursary?
- When a window opens, download the External Bursary Application Form from the Land Bank bursary opportunities page, complete it, and email it with your certified supporting documents to bursaries@landbank.co.za before the closing date.
When do 2027 applications open?
Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) (administered in-house by Land Bank Human Resources) has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.
The 2026 intake closed on 5 January 2026, with applications opening late in the preceding year. On 12 October 2026 Land Bank's bursary page said no bursaries were currently available, so the window for 2027 had not opened and no dates had been announced.
Check Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) (administered in-house by Land Bank Human Resources)'s official siteNeed help? Contact Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) (administered in-house by Land Bank Human Resources):
Email: bursaries@landbank.co.za
Phone: 012 686 0500 (or 0800 00 52 59)
Information verified 2026-10-12. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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