AGSA Bursary 2025-2026

AGSA Bursary 2025-2026

The AGSA (Auditor-General South Africa) bursary is designed for students pursuing studies in Chartered Accountancy. Below are the detailed requirements and conditions for the bursary application:

General Requirements/Conditions:

• Field of Study: The bursary is exclusively for Chartered Accountancy studies. Eligible courses include BCom Accounting CA stream, Bachelor of Accounting CA stream, and BCompt.
• Study Mode: The bursary is for full-time studies at a university accredited by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA).
• Coverage: The bursary covers tuition fees, university accommodation, meals, and books.
• Service Contract: Bursary holders must serve articles or enter into a training contract with AGSA upon completing their studies, as per the bursary contract.
• Citizenship: Only South African citizens are eligible.

Personal Attributes:

• Proficiency in English with strong communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Drive, determination, and commitment to succeed.
• Strong leadership potential.

Specific Requirements for Different Academic Levels:

Matric Students Applying for 1st Year Studies:

• Academic Requirements:
  • Matric exemption with university entrance.
  • At least 60% in English.
  • At least 60% in Maths (excluding Maths Literacy).
• Required Documents:
  • Copy of ID.
  • Grade 11 year-end results.
  • University acceptance letter.
  • Grade 12 mid-year results.

1st Year Students Applying for 2nd Year Studies:

• Academic Requirements:
  • Over 60% in Financial Accounting.
  • Pursuing the Chartered Accountancy program.
  • Achieved 60% or above in Maths and English in Matric.
• Required Documents:
  • Copy of ID.
  • Matric results.
  • Academic record.

2nd Year Students Applying for 3rd Year Studies:

• Academic Requirements:
  • Over 60% in Financial Accounting.
  • Over 60% in Management Accounting.
  • Pursuing the Chartered Accountancy program.
• Required Documents:
  • Copy of ID.
  • Full academic record.

Final Year Students Applying for Postgraduate Studies:

• Academic Requirements:
  • At least 55% in all core modules of the Chartered Accountancy program.
  • Acceptance into the CTA (Certificate in the Theory of Accounting) program.
• Required Documents:
  • Copy of ID.
  • Full academic record.
  • Acceptance letter into the CTA program.

Application Process:

• Profile Registration: Applicants must register their profile before applying.
• Document Submission:
  • All documents must be in PDF format and should not exceed 2MB.
  • If a mistake is made, re-upload the documents.
  • If the latest academic results are unavailable, apply with the highest completed academic results.
• Application Period: Applications open in August each year for the upcoming academic year.

For more information and to apply, visit AGSA’s official website.

Note: The above information is a detailed summary of the AGSA bursary requirements, conditions, and application process. Please ensure all documents are correctly prepared and submitted as per the guidelines to avoid any issues with your application.