Cipla Bursary South Africa 2026

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – CIPLA

Cipla Medpro South Africa (Pty) Limited is one of South Africa’s largest pharmaceutical manufacturers, producing world-class medicines at affordable prices for the public and private sectors. Owned by Cipla India, Cipla Medpro is a global pharmaceutical company which uses cutting-edge technology and innovation for the past 80 years, to meet the everyday needs of all patients.

In 2017, the Cipla Bursary Program (CBP) was established as a strategic talent initiative, aimed at sourcing young talent for the Cipla Graduate Skills Program. The Cipla bursary aims to provide funding to candidates from diverse backgrounds, for studies that aligns with the Cipla Graduate Skills Program required qualifications.
 

ABOUT THE CIPLA BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

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

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within these scarce skills fields needed to grow the business:

  • Computer Science and Information Science
  • Engineering
  • Economic Management Sciences
  • Graphic Design
  • Health Sciences
  • Human Sciences, Industrial Psychology, Human Resources
  • Manufacturing – Logistics; Demand Planning; Production; Warehousing
  • Natural Sciences
  • Pharmacy
  • Social Sciences – Digital Marketing and Communications
  • Supply Chain

 

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

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, meals, accommodation, books and laptop (to a maximum value of R8 000).

Students will also receive the following benefits: access to ICAS (the employee wellness program), where you may receive a variety of free counselling and wellness related services. There is also the opportunity to apply to the Cipla Graduate Skills Program; receive Psychometric assessment feedback; partake in vacwork; and have access to Cipla Subject Matter Experts (SME).

Bursary recipients will be expected to work at CIPLA during specified vacations.
 

MORE ABOUT THE CIPLA BURSARY PROGRAMME – RENEWAL & SELECTION

Successful recipients will receive funding into their university student account. Full funding is paid once per year, and no extra funding requests will be accommodated thereafter.

Funding is finalised by 30 March 2026.

Students will be funded each year based on the condition that they maintain a minimum 70% average.

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 Cipla Bursary.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CIPLA 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 towards a qualification within one of the fields listed above (Honours and Masters studies may also be funded, if the qualification is within one of the fields listed above. PhD funding is reviewed on a case by case basis)
  • You must be studying at a recognised and accredited public tertiary institution in South Africa
  • You must maintain a minimum overall average of 70% in your studies
  • You must be willing to partake in vacation work during holidays
  • You must be willing to apply to the Cipla Graduate Skills Program after graduation
  • You must be highly motivated

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE CIPLA BURSARY

Applications must be submitted online at: Cipla Bursary Application 2026
(Reference Number: 102112)

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

Step 3: 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)
  • Most recent academic record/ transcripts (on institutions letterhead)
  • Invoices, statements or quotes for all study related expenses
  • Copy of lease or landlord affidavit, if staying in private accommodation
  • Curriculum Vitae with photo, in pdf format (must include: mobile number and email address)

Note: documents must be submitted in pdf format.
 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE CIPLA BURSARY

17 February 2026.
(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 Cipla directly:
Contact page: https://www.cipla.co.za/contact
 

Please do NOT contact Cipla 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 February 2026.

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.