NEET (National Economic Education Trust) Bursary 2025-2026
About NEET (National Economic Education Trust):
NEET, the National Economic Education Trust, is a non-profit organization founded in the early 1990s to provide educational support to disadvantaged students in South Africa. NEET focuses on students who excel in Science and Mathematics. The organization initially received a government grant of R30 million and, over two decades, has distributed almost R44 million in bursaries and financial support to over 5000 South African students.
In addition to providing bursary awards, NEET offers continuous support to students during their studies through an online Student Management Portal. NEET also facilitates internships and job placements for students after they graduate.
About the NEET Bursary Program:
The NEET bursary program aims to assist disadvantaged students by providing funding for their tertiary education and offering ongoing support throughout their studies. The program also helps students find job placements or internship opportunities. Bursaries are awarded in the following fields of study:
- Accounting
- Agricultural Training and Development
- Science
- Technology
Students who receive NEET bursaries not only receive financial support for prescribed textbooks and stationery but also benefit from continuous monitoring and mentoring to help them reach their full potential. The program focuses on students studying in areas such as accounting, science, technology, and related fields, as these sectors face skill shortages.
Applicants are required to pay a monthly fee contribution of R120 for capturing their information on the Student Management Portal.
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible for the NEET bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Be a South African citizen
- Have completed Matric
- Be studying or intend to study full-time in one of the specified fields
- Be studying or have been accepted to study at a South African university or university of technology
How to Apply for the NEET Bursary:
Applicants should download and complete the relevant application form:
- New applications: NEET Bursary Application Form (.pdf)
- Renewal: NEET Bursary Application Form (.pdf)
Submit clear copies of the required supporting documentation along with the completed application form. Ensure that you include the following documents:
- ID document (certified copy)
- Passport-sized photograph (to be attached to the first page of the application form)
- Matric certificate or final results (certified copy)
- Proof of acceptance from a university or university of technology
- Proof of residence
- Parents’ or guardians’ proof of income (certified copies, including latest payslips if employed or balance sheets if self-employed)
For self-employed applicants, a balance sheet (certified copy) is required.
Applications can be submitted via email or hand delivery.
Closing Date:
The closing date for new applications is 31 October 2018, while the renewal deadline is 15 January 2019. Ensure that you submit your application before the respective closing date to be considered.
Contact Information for NEET:
For any queries related to the bursary program, please contact NEET directly:
- Tel: 010 224 0144
- Fax: 086 729 3208
- Email: info@neet.co.za
