KPMG Bursary Programme
KPMG South Africa
Elite Big 4 professional services bursary offering comprehensive support for accounting, auditing, and advisory careers with global opportunities.
- Amount
- Up to R140,000 per year
- Deadline
- 29 December 2026
- Duration
- Full degree duration
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
KPMG South Africa supports students in the following disciplines
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
What's Included
- ✓ 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
Work Commitment
Successful graduates commit to KPMG training contract for minimum 3 years to complete CA(SA) qualification
How to Apply
Steps to complete your KPMG South Africa bursary application
- 1
Submit online application at kpmg.co.za/careers
- 2
Complete detailed application questionnaire
- 3
Upload academic transcripts (Grade 10-12)
- 4
Provide certified identity document copy
- 5
Submit comprehensive motivational essay
- 6
Complete online aptitude assessments
- 7
Participate in video interview (if selected)
- 8
Attend KPMG assessment centre
- 9
Final partner interview and selection
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 29 December 2026
Apply on KPMG South Africa's official siteInformation verified 2026-06-22. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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