AGSA Chartered Accountancy Bursary Programme 2027

The Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA) provides comprehensive funding for South African students pursuing a career as a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)). The programme covers full-time studies at any SAICA-accredited public university and transitions graduates directly into a SAICA training contract (articles) at the AGSA.

Quick Overview                    Details

Sponsoring Body                 Auditor-General of South Africa (AGSA)

Bursary Reference               agsa_bur_000117

Closing Date                         15 October 2026

Eligible Target Group           South African Citizens

Eligible Qualifications          BCom Accounting (CA stream), Bachelor of Accounting (CA stream), CTA / PGDip in Accounting

Work-Back Obligation           Yes - must complete SAICA articles with the AGSA upon graduation

Coverage & Benefits

The AGSA bursary package covers:

• Full tuition and university registration fees

• Official university accommodation

• Meal allowances

• Prescribed textbooks and learning materials

• Direct path to completing SAICA articles in a public-sector auditing environment

Academic Eligibility Criteria

Requirements vary depending on your current level of study:

1. Grade 12 / Matriculants (Applying for 1st Year):

• Matric Exemption with admission to a Bachelor’s degree.

• Minimum 60% in Pure Mathematics (Mathematical Literacy is not accepted).

• Minimum 60% in English.

• Required Documents: Certified ID copy, Grade 11 year-end results, Grade 12 mid-year results, and official university acceptance letter.

2. 1st Year Students (Applying for 2nd Year):

• Minimum 60% in Financial Accounting.

• Minimum 60% in Grade 12 Pure Mathematics and English.

• Must be enrolled in a SAICA-accredited CA-stream degree.

• Required Documents: Certified ID copy, Matric certificate, and official university transcript.

3. 2nd Year Students (Applying for 3rd Year):

• Minimum 60% in Financial Accounting.

• Minimum 60% in Management Accounting.

• Must be enrolled in a SAICA-accredited CA-stream degree.

• Required Documents: Certified ID copy and full university academic record.

4. Final Year Students (Applying for Post-Graduate CTA):

• Minimum 55% average across all core modules of the CA programme.

• Confirmed acceptance into a SAICA-accredited Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting / CTA programme.

• Required Documents: Certified ID copy and full university academic record.

Submission Guidelines

Applications must be submitted online before 15 October 2026. Ensure all attached documents are clear, certified, and unencrypted.