National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC) Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE NHFC BURSARY COVER?

The NHFC is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate (from second year) and postgraduate studies, within these fields:

  • Built Environment
  • Construction Economics
  • Developmental Studies
  • Economic Development
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Finance
  • Housing
  • Housing Construction
  • Human Settlements
  • Property Markets
  • Real Estate
  • Risk Management

The NHFC Bursary Fund was introduced to assist students from disadvantaged backgrounds who may otherwise struggle to afford tertiary education. The programme supports the development of qualified graduates by helping students gain the knowledge, skills and professional expertise needed to pursue careers related to housing finance and the wider built environment.

By investing in education and skills development, the NHFC aims to contribute to a stronger pool of young professionals who can play a role in South Africa’s housing and financial services sectors.

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WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE NHFC BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, prescribed books and other study materials as a minimum.

Student accommodation and other expenses may be covered at the discretion of the NHFC.

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 NHFC Bursary.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION AND RENEWAL PROCESS OF THE NHFC BURSARY?

The bursary award is renewable each year, based on the bursary recipient maintaining satisfactory academic performance.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted – should you not receive any feedback, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE NHFC 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 have completed Matric
  • You must be from a financially disadvantaged background
  • You must be studying towards an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification, in one of the fields listed above
  • You must have completed your 1st year of study and be entering your 2nd or higher year of study
  • You must be studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
  • You must have a strong academic record

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE NHFC BURSARY?

Download and complete the NHFC Bursary Application Form 2027 (.pdf)

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

Applications must be submitted via email to: bursary@nhfc.co.za
(Insert the words “NHFC Bursary Application 2027” in the email subject line).

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE NHFC BURSARY?

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (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 academic record, including most recent transcripts, on University letterhead (certified copy)
  • Proof of University admission (1st year students)
  • Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copies)
  • Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed)
  • ID documents or birth certificates of other people residing within your household (certified copies)

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE NHFC BURSARY?

30 September 2026.

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

HOW CAN I CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER?

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the NHFC directly:
Human Resources Division
Email: bursary@nhfc.co.za

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

WHAT DOES THE NHFC DO?

The National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC) is a South African development finance institution that was established in 1996. Its work focuses on expanding access to housing finance for low- and middle-income households, while supporting initiatives that contribute to better housing opportunities and broader socio-economic development.

Through its role in the housing finance sector, the NHFC works to address some of the financial and structural barriers that prevent South Africans from accessing affordable housing.

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This bursary listing was last updated in August 2026.

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