Apply: Thapelo Madibeng Bursary Scheme 2026 For South Africans

Published: January 2026

Are you a South African student dreaming of a career in the built environment? The Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA) is officially inviting unemployed students to apply for the Thapelo Madibeng Bursary Scheme for the 2026 academic year.

This initiative is designed to provide comprehensive financial support to students attending public higher learning institutions within South Africa. If you are passionate about construction, architecture, or engineering, this is your chance to focus on your studies without the stress of financial burden.

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What Does the Bursary Cover?

CETA offers a robust support package that includes:

• Full tuition fees
• Prescribed textbooks
• Accommodation and meals
• Transport fees (subject to specific conditions)
• Research allowances (specifically for Masters and PhD students)

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen.
• Employment: Must be currently unemployed.
• Academic Path: Studying towards a built-environment qualification at a South African public institution.
• Academic Performance: A minimum overall average of 50%.
• Financial Standing: Total household income must be less than R600,000 per annum.

Mandatory Documentation

Before starting your online application, ensure you have the following documents ready:

1. Certified ID Copy
2. Matric Certificate/Statement of Results (for first-year applicants)
3. Latest tertiary academic record (for second or subsequent years)
4. Proof of acceptance from your tertiary institution
5. Certified Parents’/Guardians’ ID documents
6. Parents’/Guardians’ proof of income (e.g., latest payslip)
7. Affidavit as proof of unemployment

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted exclusively through the INDICIUM portal. Please note that emailed applications will not be accepted.

Application Link: Apply via INDICIUM

Alternatively, visit the official CETA website at www.ceta.org.za, click on the INDICIUM tab, and navigate to the bursary application section.

Key Deadlines

Opening Date: 05 January 2026 | 08:00 AM

Closing Date: 30 January 2026 | 00:00 AM

Need Assistance? For any enquiries, please contact [email protected].