Capitec Bank Bursary
Capitec Bank
Capitec Bank's Undergraduate Bursary Programme funds full-time Bachelor's and Honours students studying in fields critical to the future of banking and financial services. The bursary covers the full cost of study and leads into a guaranteed work-back period within Capitec.
- Amount
- Full cost of study (tuition, registration, textbooks, accommodation, meals, stipend)
- Deadline
- To be announced
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Capitec Bank supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ In Matric, on a gap year, or already studying full-time at a DHET/CHE-recognised tertiary institution
- ✓ Bachelor's pass with at least 65% Matric average (if applying from school)
- ✓ At least 65% academic average in your most recent year of tertiary study (if already at university)
- ✓ Studying or planning to study an NQF Level 7 or higher qualification (Bachelor's or Honours)
- ✓ Field of study must be relevant to banking and financial services
What's Included
- ✓ Full tuition and registration fees
- ✓ Prescribed textbooks
- ✓ Accommodation
- ✓ Meal allowance
- ✓ Monthly stipend
- ✓ Vacation work and exposure to teams across Capitec
- ✓ Guaranteed placement within Capitec after graduation
Work Commitment
Recipients must work for Capitec for the same number of years they were funded. Failure to honour the work-back may require repayment with interest.
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Capitec Bank bursary application
- 1
Apply online via the Capitec Bank careers portal
- 2
Complete the bursary application form and upload supporting documents
- 3
Pass the initial screening and online assessments
- 4
Attend an interview if shortlisted
- 5
Sign the bursary contract and work-back agreement if selected
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
- 📄 Certified Grade 11 final report and latest Grade 12 (Term 2) report (if in Matric)
- 📄 Certified Matric certificate (if completed Matric)
- 📄 Latest certified university academic transcripts (if currently studying)
- 📄 Proof of acceptance or registration at a recognised tertiary institution
- 📄 CV and motivational letter
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does the Capitec bursary close?
- Capitec's annual bursary cycle typically closes in early September (the 2026-funding cycle closed at 14:00 on 3 September 2025). The next cycle is expected to open around mid-year and close at the start of September again — confirm dates on the Capitec careers portal.
- What fields does the Capitec bursary fund?
- Fields critical to banking and financial services, including Computer Science, IT, Data Science, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering and Business Science. The qualification must be NQF Level 7 or higher.
- Do I have to work for Capitec after graduating?
- Yes. The bursary carries a work-back obligation equal to the number of years you were funded. Breaking the contract typically means repaying the bursary with interest.
- Can I apply if I'm already at university?
- Yes. Capitec funds Matric learners, gap-year students and current full-time tertiary students, as long as you have at least a 65% academic average in your most recent year of study.
When do 2027 applications open?
Capitec Bank has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.
The last recorded window closed on 12 August 2026. Treat that as a guide to timing only — confirm the 2027 dates with Capitec Bank before you rely on them.
Check Capitec Bank's official siteInformation verified 2026-06-22. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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