Victor Thebe Sifora Provincial Bursary Scheme

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   Confirm the application window is open (the 2026 cycle opened October 2025 and closed 20 November 2025; the next cycle is expected to open around October 2026)

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   Visit the official NWPG online Bursary Application Portal at https://www.nwpg.gov.za/bursary_v2/public/index.php/

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   Register and complete the online application form in full

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   Upload all certified supporting documents, including proof of North West residence and proof of household income

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   Submit the application before the published closing date in mid-to-late November

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   Wait for shortlisting; shortlisted candidates are typically contacted by around March

Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for the Victor Thebe Sifora Provincial Bursary?

You must be a South African citizen and a permanent resident of the North West Province (proven via a Traditional Authority or Municipality letter). You must be in Matric or have completed Matric with a certified matric certificate, and be studying or intending to study full-time toward an undergraduate qualification at an accredited South African public tertiary institution. A strong academic record is required, with priority given to financially needy applicants.

How much is the bursary worth?

No fixed figure is officially published. The bursary covers full-time undergraduate study at recognised public institutions, supporting fields aligned to provincial development priorities. Across the years, the provincial scheme has cumulatively awarded approximately 4,870 bursaries worth around R405 million to North West residents.

When does the bursary open and close?

The scheme runs annually. Applications for the 2026 academic year opened in October 2025 and closed on 20 November 2025. The next (2027) cycle is expected to open around October 2026 with a similar mid-to-late November closing date. Shortlisted candidates are typically contacted by around March.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted online through the official NWPG Bursary Application Portal at https://www.nwpg.gov.za/bursary_v2/public/index.php/. Register, complete the form in full, and upload all certified supporting documents, including proof of North West residence and household income, before the closing date. For queries, email bursaries@nwpg.gov.za.