BankSETA CPUT Bursary for IT Students 2026: Requirements & Application Guide

Are you a passionate IT student who is looking for financial support to pursue your academic dreams? Then consider the BankSETA CPUT Bursary.

It is a collaborative initiative between the Banking SETA (BANKSETA) and the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

This honorable bursary program supports financially deserving students with the resources they need to excel in their chosen field and contribute meaningfully to the South African IT field.

About the BankSETA CPUT Bursary for IT Students

BankSETA, the Banking Sector Education and Training Authority, supports skills development in the banking and microfinance sector in South Africa. 

CPUT is the only university of technology in the Western Cape and the largest in the province, known for applied and practical education geared toward employment readiness.

Fields of Study Funded

• Bachelor of Science in IT
• Bachelor of Commerce with IT specialisation
• Scarce and critical IT-related fields

Benefits for Recipients

• Full bursary covering tuition, textbooks, and accommodation (depending on arrangements with the university)
• Holistic support including meal and tutorial allowances, where arranged by the university
• Access to work-integrated learning initiatives (WIL) in IT, including SAP and practical skills programmes, funded jointly by BankSETA and CPUT

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be registered at a public university (in this case, CPUT) and studying an approved IT qualification
• Applicants must meet both BankSETA’s criteria and CPUT’s institutional bursary requirements

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted directly to CPUT’s Financial Aid Office.

Visit CPUT’s External Bursaries section to identify the BankSETA opportunity and follow their process.

Contact the CPUT Financial Aid Office for guidance on availability and requirements. See Contact Details below.

Required Documents

Students should prepare:

• Certified academic record (Grade 12 results or university transcripts)
• Proof of registration in an IT programme at CPUT
• Any additional documentation required by the CPUT Financial Aid Office (e.g. application form, motivation letter)

Closing Date

BankSETA opens funding windows periodically and annually advertises them. 

Ensure that you apply as soon as the funding window for 2026 opens. No late applications will be considered.

Contact Details

For enquiries and support, contact the CPUT Financial Aid Office:

• Ms Nomakula Gama – Bursaries (Government & Private sponsors) – [email protected]
• Ms Nozuko Bandla – All SETAs – [email protected]