When does the AGSA bursary open and close?

Applications open in August each year for the upcoming academic year. For the 2026 academic year, applications closed on 15 October 2025 (extended), and the next cycle is expected to open in August 2026. Apply as early as possible once the portal opens.

How is the AGSA bursary different from the SAICA Thuthuka bursary?

The AGSA bursary is the Auditor-General of South Africa's own employer bursary, tied to completing your articles at AGSA. The Thuthuka bursary is run by SAICA as a separate transformation programme, so the two are distinct opportunities.

What grades do I need to apply?

Matric applicants need at least 60% in English and 60% in Pure Mathematics (not Maths Literacy). Continuing students need at least 60% in Financial Accounting, with required thresholds rising by year of study up to around 55% for all core modules in the final year.

Do I have to work for AGSA after I qualify?

Yes. The bursary is tied to a training contract with AGSA. You must serve your articles at AGSA after graduating, gaining exposure to public-sector financial reporting frameworks alongside IFRS.

Accounting & Finance Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA)

AGSA Bursary Programme

The AGSA Bursary Programme is the Auditor-General of South Africa's own employer bursary for students pursuing the Chartered Accountancy (CA) route at SAICA-accredited universities. It is a full-cost award covering tuition, accommodation, meals and books, and leads directly into a training contract (articles) with AGSA after graduation, giving recipients exposure to public-sector financial reporting in addition to IFRS.

Amount:

Full-cost bursary (tuition, accommodation, meals and books)

Deadline:

15 October 2025

Renewable:

Yes

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Apply on Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA)'s site

Eligible Fields of Study

Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) supports students in the following disciplines

BCom Accounting (CA stream)

Bachelor of Accounting (CA stream)

BCompt

Chartered Accountancy (SAICA-accredited)

Eligibility Requirements

✓ South African citizen
✓ Currently in Matric or completed Matric, or already studying at a SAICA-accredited university
✓ Studying full-time toward a Chartered Accountancy (CA) qualification
✓ Matric applicants: minimum 60% in English and 60% in Mathematics (Pure Maths, not Maths Literacy)
✓ Continuing students: minimum 60% in Financial Accounting (grade thresholds increase by year of study, up to around 55% for all core modules for final-year students)
✓ Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with leadership potential
✓ Must serve articles / enter a training contract with AGSA after graduating

What's Included

✓ Tuition fees
✓ University accommodation
✓ Meals
✓ Prescribed books
✓ Trainee/articles training contract with AGSA on completion of studies
✓ Exposure to public-sector financial reporting frameworks in addition to IFRS

Work Commitment

Recipients must serve articles by entering a training contract with AGSA after graduating, completing their SAICA articles within AGSA's public-sector audit environment.

How to Apply

Steps to complete your Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) bursary application

1
Register an account on the AGSA online bursary portal at apply.agsa.co.za
2
Log in and complete the bursary application form
3
Check eligibility against the requirements page at apply.agsa.co.za/bursary/requirements
4
Upload your ID, latest academic results and supporting documents
5
Submit your application before the closing date (applications open in August each year)
6
If shortlisted, attend selection and sign the bursary and training contract if successful

Required Documents

📄 Certified copy of South African ID
📄 Certified Matric certificate (or latest Grade 11/12 results if still at school)
📄 Certified latest university academic transcripts (if currently studying)
📄 Proof of acceptance or registration at a SAICA-accredited university
📄 Up-to-date CV
📄 Motivational letter

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the AGSA bursary open and close?: Applications open in August each year for the upcoming academic year. For the 2026 academic year, applications closed on 15 October 2025 (extended), and the next cycle is expected to open in August 2026. Apply as early as possible once the portal opens.
How is the AGSA bursary different from the SAICA Thuthuka bursary?: The AGSA bursary is the Auditor-General of South Africa's own employer bursary, tied to completing your articles at AGSA. The Thuthuka bursary is run by SAICA as a separate transformation programme, so the two are distinct opportunities.
What grades do I need to apply?: Matric applicants need at least 60% in English and 60% in Pure Mathematics (not Maths Literacy). Continuing students need at least 60% in Financial Accounting, with required thresholds rising by year of study up to around 55% for all core modules in the final year.
Do I have to work for AGSA after I qualify?: Yes. The bursary is tied to a training contract with AGSA. You must serve your articles at AGSA after graduating, gaining exposure to public-sector financial reporting frameworks alongside IFRS.

Ready to apply?

Applications close on 15 October 2025

Apply on Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA)'s official site

Need help? Contact Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA):

Phone: 012 462 8000

Information verified 2026-06-08. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.

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