Are you a South African student passionate about a career in civil engineering, accounting, information technology, marketing, or mathematics and science teaching?

If so, the N3 Toll Concession (N3TC) Bursary program might be the perfect fit for you.

This bursary offers financial support to deserving students from specific municipalities along the N3 Toll Route corridor. 

About the N3TC Bursary

The N3TC Bursary Programme is offered by N3 Toll Concession (RF) Proprietary Limited.

N3 Toll Concession (RF) Proprietary Limited is the company responsible for the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of a section of the N3 Route in South Africa. 

The bursary aims to support deserving students from qualifying municipalities situated along the N3 Toll Route corridor in Mpumalanga, Free State, and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

The N3TC Bursary prioritizes students pursuing degrees in fields relevant to the N3TC’s operations and South Africa’s development.  These fields include:

  1. Accounting
  2. Civil Engineering
  3. Information Technology
  4. Marketing
  5. Mathematics and Science Teaching

The bursary covers tuition fees and mandatory textbooks. In some cases, the bursary may extend to cover other study expenses, such as accommodation, at the discretion of N3TC.

N3TC Bursary Application Form

N3TC typically opens applications for the bursary programme at the beginning of the academic year.

To access the application form and stay updated on application deadlines, it is recommended that you visit the N3TC website or credible bursary portals advertising the N3TC Bursary Programme.

When applications open, you can download the application form and complete all sections with accurate information.

You will likely be required to submit supporting documents along with your application, such as:

  1. Certified copies of your academic transcripts
  2. Proof of your residential address within a qualifying municipality
  3. Letters of recommendation (if applicable)
  4. A completed application form with a clear motivation for applying

Once you have compiled all the necessary documentation, submit your application through email to Ms Thule Jiyane: [email protected].

Input the words “N3TC Bursary Application Form Required” in the email subject line.

N3TC Bursary Requirements

To be eligible for the N3TC Bursary, you must meet the following requirements:

  1. Be a South African citizen
  2. Reside within a municipality situated along the N3 Toll Route corridor in Mpumalanga, Free State or KwaZulu-Natal
  3. Demonstrate academic merit through strong academic results
  4. Be enrolled or intend to enroll for full-time studies at a recognised South African university towards a qualification in one of the N3TC’s supported fields (Accounting, Civil Engineering, Information Technology, Marketing, or Mathematics and Science Teaching)
  5. Demonstrate financial need

N3TC Bursary Closing Date

The application deadline for the N3TC Bursary falls in early to mid-January every year. This year, the closing date was on 12 January 2024 (at 17:00).

It is important to submit your application well before the closing date to be considered for the bursary award. 

Be sure to check the official N3TC website or relevant bursary portals for the exact application deadline for the year you are applying.

If you have any further questions, contact Ms Thule Jiyane through any of the following means:

  1. Tel: 031 536 2421
  2. Cellphone: 073 686 5622
  3. Email: [email protected]