KPMG Bursary Programme
Elite Big 4 professional services bursary offering comprehensive support for accounting, auditing, and advisory careers with global opportunities.
Eligible Study Fields
KPMG supports students in the following professional services disciplines
Chartered Accountancy (CA)
Auditing and Assurance
Tax Advisory
Financial Accounting
Management Consulting
Risk Advisory
Information Technology
Actuarial Sciences
Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen or permanent resident
- Academic excellence (minimum 70% average)
- Mathematics 65%+ or Mathematical Literacy 80%+
- English First or Second Language 65%+
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Demonstrated financial need
- Interest in professional services career
- Ethical conduct and integrity
Bursary Benefits
- Annual bursary up to R140,000
- Full tuition fees and registration costs
- Prescribed textbooks and study materials
- Technology allowance (laptop/software)
- Accommodation and living allowances
- Vacation work experience programme
- Professional development opportunities
- Guaranteed training contract placement
- International secondment opportunities
- KPMG professional qualifications support
Professional Development Pathway
Successful graduates commit to KPMG training contract for minimum 3 years to complete CA(SA) qualification
Academic Phase
University degree with KPMG mentorship
Training Contract
3-year professional development programme
CA(SA) Qualification
Complete professional board exams
Career Growth
Senior positions and global opportunities
Application Process
Follow these steps to complete your KPMG bursary application
Submit online application at kpmg.co.za/careers
Complete detailed application questionnaire
Upload academic transcripts (Grade 10-12)
Provide certified identity document copy
Submit comprehensive motivational essay
Complete online aptitude assessments
Participate in video interview (if selected)
Attend KPMG assessment centre
Final partner interview and selection
Ready to Apply?
Launch your professional services career with KPMG's comprehensive bursary programme
Application Deadline
Need assistance? Contact KPMG Student Recruitment:
Email: [email protected] | Phone: 011 647 7111
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