SASSETA BURSARY FOR UNEMPLOYED YOUTHS-APPLY NOW

The Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA) is a statutory body established under the Skills Development Act. It oversees skills development for sectors including:Policing and law enforcementLegal servicesCorrections and justice.

Defence and security-related services

1. SASSETA has a strong track record of fundingbursaries, learnerships, internships, and discretionary grants, making it a trusted authority in workforce development.
2. This bursary programme follows Bursary Policy Version 6 , ensuring transparency, compliance, and fairness in funding decisionsFields of Study Covered
3. Priority QualificationsThe following fields receive first priority :LLB (Bachelor of Laws)Veterinary Science
4. STEM Qualifications(Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)Other High-Demand Qualifications
5. SASSETA also allocates funding to other qualifications aligned with occupations in high demand, as published by DHET and listed in the official SASSETA advert banner.Important: You may only apply for qualifications that appear on SASSETA’s official approved list.

Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Requirements)

1. You must meet all of the following:South African citizenAged 18–35 years
2. Unemployed at the time of application
3. Registered or accepted for 2026 at a public tertiary institution
4. Studying an approved qualificationAble to provide full supporting documentation
5. Preference Is Given To:Applicants from poor households (≤ R350 000 per year)
6. Applicants from the missing middle (R350 000 – R600 000 per year)
7. Youth from marginalised communitiesCompulsory Documents Checklist

Before you apply, prepare all documents in advance:

• 1. Certified copy of your South African ID (not older than 6 months)
• 2. Certified Matric certificate / statement of results / highest qualification
• 3. Proof of registration or acceptance for 2026
• 4. Certified copy of parent/guardian ID
• 5. Affidavit confirming household income and employment status
• Missing documents = automatic disqualification.

How to Apply

• 1. Download and complete the official SASSETA bursary application form from the SASSETA website under Discretionary Grants.
• 2. Compile all documents into one PDF or email submission .
• 3. Ensure total attachments do not exceed 20MB .
• 4. Email your application to:bursaries2026@sasseta.org.za
• 5. Submit before 30 January 2026 at 23:59 .No hand-delivered, couriered, duplicated, or password-protected applications allowed.

Disqualification Traps to AvoidYour application will be rejected if:Submitted lateMissing documentsSubmitted more than onceExceeds 20MBContains modified or tampered formsUses password-protected files or time-limited links

VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY (CLICK HERE)