Gauteng Provincial Treasury Bursary Requirements and Online Application

The Gauteng Provincial Treasury (GPT) offers a bursary programme to support students from no-fee schools in Gauteng. 

This initiative is aimed at building financial skills and capacity in key fields that align with the Treasury’s mandate, such as accounting, auditing, financial management, IT, and public finance. 

By investing in future talent, GPT contributes to both public service readiness and fiscal governance in the province.

Gauteng Provincial Treasury Bursary Eligibility Requirements

Based on the most reliable publicly available sources:

1. South African citizenship is required.
2. Applicants should be in Matric or have completed Matric, particularly from no-fee high schools in Gauteng.
3. You must intend to study full-time at a recognised public tertiary institution.
4. Eligible fields of study include (but may not be limited to):
   • Accounting / Management Accounting
   • Cost and Management Accounting
   • Financial Management
   • Internal Auditing
   • Risk Management
   • Supply Chain Management / Logistics Management
   • Information Technology / Computer Science
   • LLB (Law)
   • Psychology / Social Work
   • Communications / Public Relations / Graphic Design
5. Preference may be given to students pursuing finance/accounting fields and to students with disabilities.
6. Applicants should not already be receiving full funding from another bursary.

What the Gauteng Provincial Treasury Bursary Covers

According to bursary-listing sources, the GPT bursary may cover:

• Tuition fees for the prescribed course.
• Registration fees.
• Prescribed textbooks.
• Accommodation and meals. Some sources mention these benefits.

Upon completing their studies, bursary recipients are expected to join GPT for an internship programme, which aligns with their capacity-building goals.

Gauteng Provincial Treasury Bursary Application Process

1. Download / Collect the Application Form
   • You need to fill out the GPT bursary application form. 
2. Prepare Supporting Documents
   • Certified copy of your ID.
   • Certified copy of Matric certificate or latest school report.
   • Official letter of acceptance or proof of registration from your tertiary institution.
   • Your motivation letter describing why you want the bursary, your career goals, and how you plan to contribute.
   • Recommendation from your school principal or teacher, especially about your conduct and academic performance.
3. Submit Your Application
   • Email the completed form and supporting documents to: gpt.externalbursary@gauteng.gov.za.
4. Assessment
   • GPT assesses applications based on academic merit, need, and alignment with the department’s priority fields.
   • Shortlisted applicants may be required to sign an agreement or contract before receiving funding. (Common in bursary programmes — check application form.)

Gauteng Provincial Treasury Bursary Closing Date

As of current publicly available sources, there is no confirmed closing date for the 2026 or 2026 GPT bursary cycle.

It’s important for applicants to monitor the Gauteng Provincial Treasury website or bursary portals for updated application windows.

Gauteng Provincial Treasury Bursary Contact Details

For bursary queries, you can reach out to:

• Gauteng Provincial Treasury
  • Physical Address: 75 Fox Street, Imbumba House, Johannesburg, 2107
  • Postal Address: Private Bag X12, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, 2107
  • Email (general): GPTCommunications@gauteng.gov.za
  • Phone / Switchboard: 011 227 9000

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