Exxaro Bursary South Africa 2026

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – EXXARO

Exxaro Resources Limited is a big South African heavy minerals and coal mining company, with offices and operating facilities across Africa, Europe, Australia and Asia. The JSE listed company was previously part of Kumba Resources, and was previously known as Kumba Resources Limited before the name change in 2006 due to unbundling of the companies iron ore assets.

Exxaro Resources Limited is headquartered in Pretoria West, South Africa and is one of the top South African-based diversified, black-empowered companies. The companies mine targets include: zero effluent, zero waste emissions, sustainable engineering and wash-to-zero.

Exxaro is committed to creating opportunities for the company’s talent pipeline, in order to assist with recruitment, education, training and preparation for successful careers in the organisation with a minimum entry requirement of a 4-year degree.
 

ABOUT THE EXXARO BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

Exxaro is inviting students to apply for their Feeder Scheme Bursary programme, for the 2026 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields:

  • Civil Engineering (BEng / BSc)
  • Data Sciences (BTech / BDatSci / BComp specialising in DataScience)
  • Electrical Engineering (BEng / BSc)
  • Geology (BSc)
  • Industrial Engineering (BEng / BSc)
  • Mechanical Engineering (BEng)
  • Metallurgical Engineering / Chemical Engineering (BEng / BSc)
  • Mine Surveying (BEng / BSc)
  • Mining Engineering (BEng / BSc)

Exxaro Resources is inviting motivated students to apply for bursary support in fields such as Engineering, Geology, Mine Surveying and Data Science. The company is known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability and developing young talent.

The bursary aims to provide students with access to valuable mentorship, professional growth opportunities and a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and new ideas. Exxaro is looking for enthusiastic individuals who are ready to learn, take on challenges and build meaningful careers in the mining and resources sector.
 

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MORE ABOUT THE EXXARO BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED & OTHER BENEFITS

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: registration fees, tuition fees, study material, laptop, data, accommodation, meals, travel and wellness.

Students will also have the opportunity to partake in vacation work and have dedicated mentorship.

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Exxaro Bursary.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE EXXARO BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must be studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
  • You must be studying on a full-time basis
  • Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Metallurgical/ Chemical Engineering students: you must be entering your 2nd or 4th year of study
  • Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering students: you must be entering your 2nd year of study
  • Geology students: you must be entering your 2nd or 3rd year of study
  • Data Science: you must be entering your 3rd year of study
  • Mine Surveying students: you must be entering your 3rd or Honours year of study
  • You must be able to achieve and maintain the required minimum academic average as indicated in the bursary agreement
  • You must be committed to completing all studies, assignments, projects, and examinations
  • You must be willing to submit academic transcripts or progress updates each semester/term to the bursary office
  • You must be willing to participate in bursary-related programs, including mentoring, workshops, or community outreach initiatives
  • You must be willing complete any service obligations or internships after graduation
  • You must be ambitious and hard working
  • You must be passionate about engineering

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE EXXARO BURSARY

Applications must be submitted online at: Exxaro Bursary Application 2026
(Reference number: EXX251104-3)

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Exxaro bursary.
 

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate (certified copy)
  • Full tertiary record/ transcripts (on institutions letterhead)
  • Curriculum Vitae

 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE EXXARO BURSARY

30 November 2025.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE EXXARO BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Exxaro directly:
Contact page: https://www.exxaro.com/contact/
 

Please do NOT contact Exxaro if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

This bursary listing was last updated in November 2025.

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