KZN Office of the Premier Discretionary Bursary

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   Confirm the current application cycle directly with the Office of the Premier bursary office, as the bursary is not advertised in the media

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   Ensure you are referred to the bursary office through the relevant channels

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   Register and apply on the KZN OTP eBursary platform at https://kznotpbursaries.azurewebsites.net/ during the application window (typically January to March each year)

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   Complete the online application in full and upload all required supporting documents

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   If successful, sign the bursary contract committing to complete your studies

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   Confirm the current cycle with the office, as the eBursary homepage still displays a dated '2021 Applications opened!' banner

Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for the KZN Office of the Premier Discretionary Bursary?

It is aimed at deserving youth from KwaZulu-Natal, with priority given to indigent, orphaned and vulnerable young people who have academic potential but lack the financial resources to fund their studies. You must either be currently studying at a South African tertiary institution, or have completed matric and been admitted to study at a South African tertiary institution. Applicants are referred to the bursary office through the relevant channels.

How much funding does the bursary provide and which fields are covered?

This is a discretionary bursary towards tertiary studies, and the specific amount and coverage are not published on the official source. Funding supports fields and priority areas that add value to the KwaZulu-Natal Province, though the exact list of qualifying fields is not published.

How and when do I apply?

Applications are made through the Office of the Premier's online eBursary platform at https://kznotpbursaries.azurewebsites.net/. According to the platform, the bursary may be applied for from January to March each year, so the next window is expected in January to March 2027. Because the Office of the Premier does not advertise the bursary in the media, and the eBursary homepage still shows a dated 2021 banner, confirm the current cycle directly with the bursary office on 033 341 3300.

Is this the same as the other KZN provincial bursaries?

No. This is the Office of the Premier's own discretionary scheme run via the OTP eBursary platform. It is distinct from the separately-administered KZN line-department bursaries (such as the Departments of Agriculture and Rural Development, Transport, Provincial Treasury and Human Settlements) and from the teaching-focused Provincial Education Department bursary.