Enel Green Power RSA Bursary

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   Confirm you meet the criteria: South African citizen, in Grade 12 or already at a tertiary institution, residing within approximately 50 km of an Enel Green Power operational site, with a strong academic record and demonstrated financial need

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   Visit the StudyTrust Enel Green Power RSA bursary page during the application window (typically open from around 1 June to 30 September for the following academic year)

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   Register and complete the online application on StudyTrust's application platform

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   Upload certified copies of all required supporting documents, including ID, academic results and proof of residence near an Enel site

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   Submit before the closing date and retain confirmation of your submission

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   Await communication from StudyTrust regarding shortlisting and the final outcome

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the Enel Green Power RSA Bursary?

You must be a South African citizen who is either currently in Grade 12 (Matric) or already studying at a tertiary institution, with a strong academic record and demonstrated financial need. Crucially, you must reside within approximately 50 km of an Enel Green Power operational site (such as Adams Solar, Garob, Gibson Bay, Karusa, Nojoli, Nxuba, Oyster Bay, Paleisheuwel, Pulida, Soetwater, Sublunary Trading or Tom Burke Solar) in the Eastern Cape, Free State, Limpopo, Northern Cape or Western Cape. You should be studying or intending to study at an accredited public university, university of technology or TVET college.

What does the bursary cover and how much is it worth?

The value is determined on an individual basis, with full-cost support where applicable. It can cover tuition fees, registration fees, examination fees, accommodation, meals or a meal allowance, and learning materials and books. No fixed Rand figure is published because awards are tailored to each student's circumstances.

Which fields of study are supported?

The bursary is open to all fields of study. It supports NQF Level 4 TVET programmes, national diploma programmes and degree programmes at accredited public universities, universities of technology and TVET colleges.

How do I apply and when does it close?

Applications are made online through StudyTrust, which administers the programme on Enel Green Power RSA's behalf. The window typically opens around 1 June and closes 30 September for the following academic year (a 30 September 2026 closing date has been cited, though some sources cite 30 November). Always verify the exact closing date and application link on the StudyTrust Enel Green Power RSA bursary page each cycle.