Eskom Bursary South Africa 2026

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – ESKOM

Eskom was established in the year 1923 by the South African government, as the countries Electricity Supply Commission (ESCOM). The South African electricity public utility is now known as Eskom and is the biggest electricity producer in Africa, as well as being in the top 7 global utilities according to generation capacity.

Eskom is responsible for the generation of around 95% of South Africa’s electricity, as well as 45% of Africa’s electricity usage. The company operates operates numerous power stations, including Koeberg nuclear power station and Kendal Power Station, is currently chaired by Hendrik Johannes van der Bijl and is divided into 3 divisions, namely Generation, Transmission and Distribution.
 

ABOUT THE ESKOM BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

Eskom is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2026 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields:
University (BEng / BSc) studies:

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
  • Electrical Engineering (Light Current)
  • Electromechanical / Mechatronics Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Metallurgy Engineering

University of Technology (Diploma) studies:

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
  • Electrical Engineering (Light Current)
  • Mechanical Engineering

A total of 138 bursaries will be awarded – 79 for University studies and 59 for University of Technology studies.
 

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MORE ABOUT THE ESKOM BURSARY PROGRAMME – SELECTION

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 28 days after the bursary closing date – if you do not receive any feedback by this time, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

The final selection of candidates will depend on their Matric final results.

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 Eskom Bursary.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ESKOM 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):
University studies:

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • You must have achieved a minimum of Level 4 for English, in Matric
  • You must have achieved a minimum of Level 5 for Pure Mathematics, in Matric
  • You must have achieved a minimum of Level 5 for Physical Science, in Matric
  • You must intend on studying towards one of the Engineering degree qualifications listed above, in 2026
  • You must have received conditional acceptance to study at a recognised and accredited public University in South Africa
  • You must NOT be in receipt of any other bursary funding
  • Preference may be given to applicants from under-represented designated groups (in line with Eskom’s employment equity plan and its employment equity goals and targets)
  • Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply

University of Technology studies:

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • You must have achieved a minimum of Level 4 for English, in Matric
  • You must have achieved a minimum of Level 4 for Pure Mathematics, in Matric
  • You must have achieved a minimum of Level 4 for Physical Science, in Matric
  • You must intend on studying towards one of the Engineering diploma qualifications listed above, in 2026
  • You must have received conditional acceptance to study at a recognised and accredited public University of Technology in South Africa
  • You must NOT be in receipt of any other bursary funding
  • Preference may be given to applicants from under-represented designated groups (in line with Eskom’s employment equity plan and its employment equity goals and targets)
  • Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE ESKOM BURSARY

Applications must be submitted online at:
Eskom Bursary Application 2026 – University studies
(Reference number: 50907883NP)

Eskom Bursary Application 2026 – University of Technology studies
(Reference number: 50907752NP)

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Eskom 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)
  • Grade 11 final results and Matric latest results, if currently in Matric
  • Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
  • Proof of conditional acceptance at a University/ University of Technology (on institutions letterhead)

 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE ESKOM BURSARY

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

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Eskom directly:
Online support:
Tel: 010 140 309
Email: candidate.support@ci.hr
FAQ’s: https://eskomcareers.ci.hr/applicant/index.php?controller=Faq
 

Please do NOT contact Eskom 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.

SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.