Key facts
- Status
- Applications open
- Provider
- Saaberie Chishty Society
- Academic year
- 2027
- Last checked
- September 2026
No 2027 closing date had been published when we checked.
VerifiedThe Saaberie Chishty Society is a Muslim welfare organisation serving communities in need. Its bursary uses zakaat to fund students in any field.
About the Saaberie Chishty Society Bursary
- For students who qualify for zakaat, in any field.
- Covers tuition, books, meals and accommodation.
- Interviews for shortlisted applicants.
Eligibility requirements
- Qualifies to receive zakaat.
- Studying or accepted at a recognised institution.
- Financial need.
- Good academic ability.
How to apply
- Check saaberiechishty.co.za for the application.
- Prepare your ID, results, proof of registration and household income.
- Submit before the closing date and attend an interview if shortlisted.
Closing date
No 2027 date had been published when we checked.
Contact details
- Email: info@saaberiechishty.co.za
See also the SANZAF Zakah bursary, the SAIF bursary fund and the NSFAS bursary.
FAQs
1. When does the Saaberie Chishty bursary close for 2027? +
No 2027 closing date had been published when we checked. Check the bursary page on saaberiechishty.co.za and contact the society.
2. What is the Saaberie Chishty Society? +
A Johannesburg-based Muslim welfare organisation that runs feeding, welfare, education and relief programmes.
3. Who is it for? +
Students in financial need who qualify to receive zakaat, in any field.
4. What does it cover? +
Tuition, books and study materials, meals and accommodation at your institution.
5. How are bursars selected? +
Zakaat eligibility comes first, then academic ability and course choice. Shortlisted applicants are interviewed in person or online.
6. How do I contact the society? +
Email info@saaberiechishty.co.za.
Update note (checked September 2026): The Saaberie Chishty Society’s bursary page describes its zakaat bursary but does not give an application window or closing date. Contact the society directly to ask when applications open. Source: saaberiechishty.co.za.
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