Gauteng Department of e-Government Bursary

The Gauteng Department of e-Government 2024 bursary applications are now open. Interested individuals can now apply for this funding opportunity. The Gauteng Department of e-Government is offering financial study assistance to all South African students between the ages of 18 and 35.

Gauteng Department of e-Government Bursary - 2024 

About the Gauteng Department of e-government Bursary:

The Gauteng Department of e-Government Bursary is an initiative of the Gauteng Department of e-Government, which is responsible for the implementation of e-government initiatives in the Gauteng province of South Africa. The bursary programme was established in 2022 to address the shortage of skilled ICT professionals in the province. The programme also aims to promote the use of e-government services and to develop the ICT skills of the Gauteng workforce.

The bursary programme is open to students who are pursuing or want to pursue undergraduate studies in the following fields:

• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Geo-informatics
• Data Science
• Graphic Design
• Informatics and Information Systems
• Information Technology (IT)
• Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
• Multimedia and Interactive Media
• Software Engineering and Software Development

GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF e-GOVERNMENT BURSARY REQUIREMENTS 

To qualify for the Gauteng Department of e-Government 2024 bursary, you need to meet the following requirements:

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must be between 18 and 35 years old
• You must be currently in Matric (in 2023) or have completed Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate qualification
• You must be registered/ admitted to study at a public university or University of Technology in South Africa
• You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% for the subjects aligned to your chosen qualification
• You must be in financial need
• Bursaries are only offered to students whose place of residence is within the Gauteng Province
• Preference to be given to Applicants from Sedibeng, Ekurhuleni and Tshwane

GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF e-GOVERNMENT BURSARY COVERS:

• Tuition fees
• Registration fee
• prescribed books
• study materials

GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF e-GOVERNMENT BURSARY REQUIRED DOUMENTS

To apply successfully for the Gauteng Department of e-Government 2024 Bursary you need the following documents:

• Your certified copy of South African ID
• Grade 12 Midyear Results if you are in Matric
• Current Academic Year results (2023) if you are in your first or second Academic Year at the University or University of Technology
• A copy of the latest pay slip(s) of employment not older than three months of guardian or parent(s)
• Confirmation letter from SASSA, for those who are receiving income grants
• An affidavit confirming unemployment of guardian or parent(s)
• Motivational Letter
• Testimonial
• Proof of residence

How to apply for the Gauteng Department of e-Government Bursary - 2024 

To apply for the Gauteng Department of e-Government 2024 Bursary you need to follow the instructions below:

1. Download the 2024  bursary application form. Click HERE to download the form.
2. Fill in the form
3. Attach all the required documents

All applications of qualifying students should be hand delivered to the following physical address:

CLOSING DATE:

The applications for the Gauteng Department of e-Government 2024 bursary will be closing on the 09th of February 2024. Applications received after this date will not be considered for funding.

NOTE: Applications are EXTENDED. The initial closing date was the 30th of November 2023. 

CLOSING DATE:

Enquiries can be forwarded to:

Refiloe Ntsoelikane: [email protected]

Fezisa Mfo: [email protected]

Do not let this opportunity pass you by. All applications will be treated fairly on their individual merit and all qualifying Students will be awarded the Bursary. This could be you!