Department of Land Reform and Rural Development (DLRRD) Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE DLRRD BURSARY COVER?

The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development (DLRRD) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the Geomatics and Town/ Urban and Regional Planning fields, including the following:

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WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE DLRRD BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition, accommodation, books, meals, and living allowance.

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WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE DLRRD BURSARY?

Successful candidates will be contacted within 14 days after the release of the Matric results. If you do not received any feedback by this time, please consider your application unsuccessful.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE DLRRD BURSARY?

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying for the bursary (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 from a previously disadvantaged background or rural community
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying full-time towards a qualification within one of the fields of study listed above
• You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited university in South Africa
• You must have achieved the following minimum results in Matric NSC finals:
  • BSc students: a minimum of level 5 (60-69%) for Mathematics and Physical Science/ Geography
  • Bachelors degree students: a minimum of level 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics and Physical
  • Science
  • Diploma students: a minimum of level 4 (50-59%) for Mathematics and Physical
  • Science
• You must NOT be a staff member of the department

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE DLRRD BURSARY?

Applications must be submitted in either of the following ways (only apply via 1 method):

• Online application: DLRRD Bursary Application 2027

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

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE DLRRD 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 – not older than 3 months)
• Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copy)
• Grade 11 final results and Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Recent academic transcripts, if currently studying (certified copy)
• Proof of university registration/ acceptance
• Proof of address

Note: if you do not have your university acceptance letter or results yet, you may apply without these documents while you wait for them.

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE DLRRD 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 Department of Land Reform and Rural Development (DLRRD) directly:

Contact people:

• Ms Leah Ngoetjana – Mobile: (060) 972 8820 / Tel: (012) 312 8352
• Mr Emmanuel Molefe – Mobile: (082) 827 6245 / Tel: (012) 312 8337

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

WHAT DOES THE DLRRD DO?

The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development (DLRRD) is a South African government department responsible for driving land reform, promoting rural development, and ensuring the sustainable management of the country’s land resources. Its mission is to address historical land ownership imbalances, improve access to land, and support the social and economic development of rural communities.

Through a range of programmes and initiatives, the DLRD works to empower individuals, farmers, and communities by providing opportunities for land acquisition, agricultural development, and rural infrastructure improvement. The department also plays a key role in land administration, spatial planning, cadastral services, and property registration. By fostering inclusive growth and sustainable development, the DLRD contributes to building stronger rural economies and improving the quality of life for South Africans across the country.

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This bursary listing was last updated in June 2026.

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