George Municipality Bursary Requirements and Online Application

The George Municipality Bursary is a funding initiative by the George Local Municipality in the Western Cape to support students who live in the municipal area and study tertiary qualifications. 

The main aim of the bursary is to develop skilled professionals who can contribute to the municipality’s service delivery, planning, and technical capacity.

George Municipality Bursary Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the George Municipality Bursary, applicants typically must:

1. Be a South African citizen.
2. Reside permanently in George, Western Cape.
3. Be in Grade 12 (Matric) or have completed Matric.
4. Be accepted for, or already studying, a full-time tertiary qualification at a recognized institution.
5. Study a field that aligns with the municipality’s needs, such as engineering, town planning, IT, environmental management, or finance.
6. Have a household income not exceeding R 350,000 per year.
7. Preferably come from a designated group as defined in municipal policy.
8. If previously funded, reapply annually for possible renewal.

Fields of Study Covered

The bursary supports students in fields that are considered priority for municipal work, including:

1. Civil Engineering (for infrastructure, water, roads)
2. Electrical Engineering
3. Environmental Management and Biodiversity
4. GIS and Land-Use Planning
5. Information Technology
6. Financial Studies or Business
7. Mechanical Engineering
8. Town and Regional Planning

What the George Municipality Bursary Covers

The George Municipality Bursary may provide:

1. Tuition fees for the approved course.
2. A contribution to living expenses, depending on the amount of funding and the applicant’s need.
3. Funding awarded for one academic year at a time, with potential renewal.
4. A bursary agreement that recipients must sign with the municipality to formalize obligations and conditions.

George Municipality Bursary Application Process

To apply for the bursary:

1. Obtain the application form either by downloading it from the George Municipality offices or by collecting a hard-copy at the municipal reception.
2. Prepare required supporting documents:
   • Certified copy of your ID.
   • Certified Matric certificate or school report.
   • Proof of registration or acceptance at a tertiary institution.
   • A motivation letter explaining your personal and academic background, as well as how your studies relate to municipal priorities.
   • A CV, showing academic and community or work experience.
   • Proof of permanent residence in George (for example, a municipal account or a rates bill).
   • Proof of household income (payslips, affidavit if unemployed, or other relevant financial proof).
3. Submit your completed application form and documents either via email (gmun@george.gov.za) or in person:
   • Email your application to the municipal bursary address: George Municipality Main Building, Corporate Services Reception desk, Uniondale/ Haarlem offices.
   • Or hand-deliver to a municipal office in George, Uniondale, or Haarlem.
4. After submission, the municipality assesses applications based on academic merit, financial need, and alignment with priority fields. Shortlisted candidates may sign a bursary agreement. Funding is then awarded for a year, with an option to reapply for renewal.

George Municipality Bursary Closing Date

For the 2026 academic cycle, the closing date for applications is 7 October 2026 at 12:00 midday.

George Municipality Bursary Contact Details

If you have any questions about the bursary, you can contact:

• Nondumiso Mbi on 044 801 9387
• Juanee November on 044 801 945
• Email: gmun@george.gov.za
• Website: www.george.gov.za/
• Visit the Corporate Services Reception in George, Uniondale, or Haarlem municipal offices for help.

FAQs