Free State Office of the Premier Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE FS OFFICE OF THE PREMIER BURSARY COVER?

The Free State Office of the Premier is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students residing within the Free State province, for studies within the following fields, which are critical/ scarce skills fields in the province:

  • STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)
  • Commercial Related (Finance, Economics & Accounting)
  • Psychology related
  • Social Sciences
  • Aviation Studies
  • Various BAdmins / Public Governance and Developmental studies

Through their bursary programme, the Free State Provincial Government is committed to improving the capacity of the workforce in order to meet the need for scarce and critical skills that will contribute to the economy both provincially and nationally.

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WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE FS OFFICE OF THE PREMIER BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, prescribed textbooks and learning aid devices (where applicable), meals, accommodation (where applicable), transport (where applicable) and a monthly living allowance (where applicable)

Bursary students will also receive the following benefits:

  • Student Liaison and Support Unit: For academic & emotional support
  • Stakeholder Support Unit: Ensures smooth coordination with institutions

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE FS OFFICE OF THE PREMIER BURSARY?

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 4 months of the closing date. If you do not receive any feedback within this time, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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WHAT IS THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE FS OFFICE OF THE PREMIER 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 reside within the Free State province
  • You must be between 18 and 35 years old
  • You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • You must have a household income of LESS than R600 000 per annum
  • You must be studying or intend on studying full-time towards a degree or diploma qualification, within one of the fields of study listed above
  • You must be accepted to study at a recognised and accredited Higher Education Institution (HEI) in South Africa (University or University of Technology)
  • You must NOT be receiving any other form of government funding
  • You must be unemployed
  • You must be willing to work within the related services sectors
  • Preference will be given to students from a previously disadvantaged background

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE FS OFFICE OF THE PREMIER BURSARY?

Download and complete the Free State Office of the Premier Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf)

Alternatively, application forms can be collected from the following offices: Office of the Premier (FSTDI and OR Tambo Building), Thusong Centres, Central University of Technology and University of the Free State.

Applications must be hand delivered to the following address:
FSTDI Brahman Building
124 Nelson Mandela Drive
Westdene
Bloemfontein
9301
(Bursary unit at the Reception area)

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the FS Office of the Premier bursary.

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE FS OFFICE OF THE PREMIER 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 September results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
  • Proof of acceptance from a registered Higher Education Institution
  • Proof of residence (not older than 3 months)
  • Parents or guardians ID documents or death certificates if deceased (certified copies)
  • Parents or guardians proof of household income (certified copy of latest payslips if employed – not older than 3 months/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of sassa grant or pension if applicable)

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE FS OFFICE OF THE PREMIER BURSARY?

13 November 2026 (at 16:00).

(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 Free State Office of the Premier directly:

  • Tel: 065 742 5935 / 060 533 4702
  • Email: bursariesfs@fspremier.gov.za
  • Office hours: 07:30 to 16:00

For any further enquiries and assistance in completing the application form, please contact the Bursary office at Brahman Building, 124 Nelson Mandela Street, Bloemfontein.
Postal address: Free State Office of the Premier, Bursary Section, Private Bag X 20565, Bloemfontein, 9300.

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

WHAT DOES THE FREE STATE PROVINICAL GOVERNMENT DO?

The Free State Office of the Premier forms part of the provincial government and plays a central role in coordinating the work of the Free State Provincial Government. Based in Bloemfontein, the Office of the Premier supports the implementation of provincial priorities and helps ensure that government departments work together towards the province’s development objectives.

The Free State Provincial Government is focused on improving service delivery, strengthening public institutions and promoting social and economic development across the province. Its responsibilities include coordinating provincial programmes, monitoring government performance and supporting initiatives aimed at improving the lives of Free State communities.

Through its various departments and development programmes, the provincial government also contributes to skills development and opportunities for young people. Bursary programmes are one way in which the Free State Government supports students who may require financial assistance to pursue higher education and develop skills needed in the public sector and wider economy.

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This bursary listing was last updated in September 2026.

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