AGSA Chartered Accountancy Bursary 2027: Apply by 15 Oct 2026

Pursue your Chartered Accountancy dreams with AGSA's 2027 bursary! Apply by 15 Oct 2026 for financial and professional support. #AGSA #Bursary

Published 17 August 2026
Closing Date 28 September 2026
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Unlock your future in Chartered Accountancy with the Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) Bursary Programme 2027. Applications are open until 15 October 2026, offering aspiring accountants the financial support and professional pathway to success.

About the Opportunity

The AGSA Bursary Programme is a prestigious opportunity for South African students pursuing Chartered Accountancy at SAICA-accredited universities. This bursary supports students from their Matric year through to postgraduate CTA studies, ensuring a comprehensive educational journey.

Closing Dates

Applications for the AGSA Bursary Programme 2027 must be submitted by 15 October 2026. Late applications will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Successful recipients are expected to complete their articles through a training contract with AGSA after graduation, integrating their academic knowledge with practical experience.

Requirements/Qualifications

  • South African citizenship
  • Current Matric students or those who have completed Matric
  • Full-time study towards a Chartered Accountancy qualification at a SAICA-accredited university
  • Specific academic thresholds for various study levels

Benefits

The bursary covers tuition, accommodation, meals, and prescribed books. Additional benefits include career-focused development, access to a professional training environment, and exposure to accountability and governance.

Eligibility Requirements

  • For Matric students: Matric exemption, 60% in Mathematics and English
  • For first-year students: 60% in Financial Accounting, Mathematics, and English
  • For second-year students: 60% in Financial and Management Accounting
  • For final-year students: 55% in core modules and CTA programme acceptance

Advantageous Skills and Attributes

  • Fluency in English
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Leadership potential and determination

Required Documents

  • Matric students: ID, Grade 11 results, Matric results, university acceptance letter
  • First-year students: ID, Matric certificate, academic record
  • Second-year students: ID, academic record
  • Final-year students: ID, academic record, CTA acceptance letter

Document Upload Requirements

Documents must be in PDF format and not exceed 2MB. Submit the most recent academic results if necessary.