KPMG Bursaries in South Africa 2025-2026
Annual renewals of previous bursary contracts may be logged at any time on the bursary management system. Applying online and providing the required supporting documents noted below are prerequisites for your bursary application or renewal to be considered and processed efficiently.
New KPMG bursary applications
To apply for a KPMG Bursary you have to first apply for a training contract. Please click here to apply for a training contract. Bursary contracts are subject to you entering into a learnership (training contract) with KPMG that will start once you have completed your studies at a SAICA-accredited university i.e., obtaining a CTA/PGDA qualification.
You will be required to submit the following documentation for a training contract:
· Proof of South African Citizenship (Certified ID copy)
· Full academic history
· Matric results
· Updated curriculum vitae
If you already have a training contract or once you have applied for a training contract and you have been provided with a Taleo reference number, please click here to apply for a KPMG Bursary. Please use Google Chrome for an optimal experience from a PC or laptop.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
- South African citizen
- Completed Matric OR currently in Matric
- Studying or intend on studying full time towards a SAICA recognised degree
- Studying or intend on studying at a SAICA recognised tertiary institution
- Aim to complete your degree in the minimum number of years
- Matric students: must achieve a minimum of 4 “A” symbols (excluding Life Orientation)
- 1st year tertiary students: must achieve a minimum of 70% for Financial Accounting and a minimum overall average of 65%
- 2nd year tertiary students: must achieve a minimum of 65% for Financial Accounting and a minimum overall average of 65%
- 3rd year tertiary students: must achieve a minimum of 60% for Financial Accounting and a minimum overall average of 60%
- CTA students: must achieve a minimum of 55% for Financial Accounting and a minimum overall average of 50%
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE BURSARY
Download and complete the KPMG Bursary Application Form
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Grade 11 final results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
- Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
- Tertiary academic results, if at University (certified copy)
- Curriculum Vitae
- University official fee statement (less than 2 weeks old)
- Statement reflecting extra costs (such as residence if required)
If applying for a Merit with Financial Need bursary, please add:
- Parents/ guardians proof of income (latest payslips if employed/ 3 months bank statements AND utility bill if unemployed)
- Proof of other financial assistance
Applications must be submitted electronically via email to: jhbbursaryapplications@kpmg.co.za
(Insert the words “KPMG Bursary Application – Your Full Name” in the email subject line).
CLOSING DATE
None – application submission is open all year round and students are welcome to apply at any time.
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact KPMG directly:
Tel: 011 647 7111
Email: jhbbursaryapplications@kpmg.co.za
