Newcastle Municipality Bursary, Application Form, Eligibility Requirements and Closing Dates

The Newcastle Municipality Bursary is a financial aid program initiated by the Newcastle Municipality to support students who live within its boundaries to access quality higher education.

This bursary hopes to lighten the financial load on needy tertiary students in order to allow these deserving individuals to focus on their academic pursuits and contribute meaningfully to society upon graduation.

The bursary is primarily awarded to first-year students entering full-time undergraduate studies at any accredited South African institution of higher learning.

However, applicants must meet some very strict eligibility requirements and selection criteria to be considered for this opportunity.

Application Form for the Newcastle Municipality Bursary

Applying for the Newcastle Municipality Bursary is a simple and brief process.

You can access the application form online through the Newcastle Municipality website. Here’s a quick guide to the application process:

1. Visit the Newcastle Municipality website.
2. Click on the “Bursary” tab.
3. Download the application form in PDF format.
4. Carefully read and understand the eligibility criteria and selection guidelines.
5. Gather all the required supporting documents, including:
   • Certified copy of your South African ID document
   • Proof of residence within Newcastle Municipality
   • Matric certificate results
   • Official acceptance letter from your chosen university
   • Certified copies of your parents/guardian’s income tax returns (if applicable)
6. Complete the application form accurately and comprehensively.
7. Submit your completed application form and supporting documents electronically through the online portal or by hand at the Newcastle Municipality offices before the closing date.

If you are submitting your application by hand, they must be delivered to:

Newcastle Municipality

37 Murchison Street

Newcastle

KwaZulu-Natal

South Africa

2940

(Reception/ Security Desk, Town Hall entrance).

Newcastle Municipality Bursary Eligibility Requirements

Qualifying for the Newcastle Municipality Bursary means that you have met all their laid out eligibility requirements.

You must have met the following criteria:

1. Be a South African citizen.
2. Reside permanently within the Newcastle Municipality boundaries.
3. Be between the ages of 14 and 35 years old.
4. Have completed Matric with good academic standing.
5. Be entering your first year of full-time undergraduate studies at any accredited South African university or university of technology.
6. Not be receiving financial assistance from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).
7. Not have outstanding fees from any previous tertiary studies.
8. Demonstrate financial need and academic merit.

Newcastle Municipality Bursary Closing Date

The closing date for the Newcastle Municipality Bursary application typically falls in the first quarter of each year. For the 2024 academic year, the deadline is on January 27, 2024. 

You can stay updated by regularly checking the Newcastle Municipality website or contacting the Education Department for the latest information.

For any inquiries regarding the Newcastle Municipality Bursary, you can contact the Newcastle Municipality Education Department at the following telephone numbers:

1. (034) 313 8100
2. (034) 313 8111

Remember, applying early increases your chances of securing this bursary.

So, don’t delay. Gather your documents, complete the application form, and submit it before the closing date.