{"id":21167,"date":"2025-08-07T13:03:37","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T11:03:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=21167"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:05:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:05:07","slug":"transnet-bursaries-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/transnet-bursaries-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Transnet Bursaries 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Transnet, South Africa\u2019s leading freight and logistics company, has opened the doors for the Transnet Bursaries 2026, aimed at providing financial support to exceptional learners and tertiary students pursuing degrees in critical and scarce skills fields. These bursaries are designed to develop a pipeline of highly skilled professionals who will contribute to the organization\u2019s long-term success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"available-transnet-bursaries-for-2026\">Available Transnet Bursaries for 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Transnet Bursary Programme offers two categories of bursaries: Non-Technical and Technical. These bursaries are open to both current and future university students who are passionate about pursuing qualifications in fields that align with Transnet\u2019s strategic goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Non-Technical Bursaries<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transnet is offering bursaries for the following qualifications in&nbsp;<strong>Non-Technical<\/strong>&nbsp;fields:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>National Diploma\/BSc in Computer Science<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National Diploma\/BSc in Geographical Information Systems<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National Diploma\/BSc in Information Systems<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National Diploma\/BSc in Environmental Science<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National Diploma\/BSc in Data Sciences<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National Diploma\/BCom in Accounting Science<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eligibility Criteria:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>South African citizens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants must be current or completed Grade 12 learners or current tertiary students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must have achieved a minimum of\u00a0<strong>Level 5 (60% and above)<\/strong>\u00a0in their mid-year results or Grade 12 certificate in\u00a0<strong>English<\/strong>\u00a0and relevant subjects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The bursary is open to applicants under the age of 25 years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/transnettalentportal.csod.com\/ux\/ats\/careersite\/1\/home\/requisition\/3218?c=transnettalentportal&amp;sq=req3218\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply Here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Technical Bursaries<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transnet is also offering bursaries for&nbsp;<strong>Technical<\/strong>&nbsp;qualifications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>BSc\/B.Eng. in Electronics Engineering<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BSc\/B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BSc\/B.Eng. in Industrial Engineering<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BSc\/B.Eng. in Metallurgy Engineering<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BSc\/B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eligibility Criteria:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>South African citizens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants must be current or completed Grade 12 learners or current tertiary students.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must have obtained\u00a0<strong>Level 5 (60% and above)<\/strong>\u00a0in their mid-year results or Grade 12 certificate in\u00a0<strong>English<\/strong>\u00a0and relevant subjects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The bursary is open to applicants under the age of 25 years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/transnettalentportal.csod.com\/ux\/ats\/careersite\/1\/home\/requisition\/3217?c=transnettalentportal&amp;sq=req3217\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply Here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2159637953\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-competencies-required\">Key Competencies Required<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To be considered for the Transnet Bursary Programme, applicants must demonstrate certain skills and characteristics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Good written and verbal communication skills.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Basic computer skills.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to work well within a team and collaborate effectively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong\u00a0<strong>problem-solving skills<\/strong>\u00a0and attention to detail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Willingness to learn<\/strong>\u00a0and grow professionally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent\u00a0<strong>interpersonal skills<\/strong>\u00a0and the ability to engage effectively in diverse environments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Recommended for you:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasi-ispani.co.za\/bursary-application-checklist\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bursary Application Checklist: Documents You Must Have<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"application-process-amp-closing-date\">Application Process <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Applications for the&nbsp;<strong>Transnet Bursaries 2026<\/strong>&nbsp;are open until&nbsp;<strong>06 October 2025<\/strong>. It is essential that applicants submit their applications before the closing date, as applications received after the deadline will not be considered. The responsibility lies with the applicant to ensure that HR receives the application before the deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interested candidates can apply directly through the Transnet careers portal or through the specific bursary reference numbers, req3218 for Non-Technical and req3217 for Technical bursaries. For further details, please refer to Transnet\u2019s official website or contact the relevant HR department for assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also check:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/bursary-interview-questions-and-how-to-answer-them\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bursary Interview Questions and How to Answer Them<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do not hear back by the end of February 2026, please consider your application unsuccessful. However, given the scale and importance of the Transnet Bursaries 2026, successful applicants will have the opportunity to join an organization that plays a critical role in South Africa\u2019s economic infrastructure development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a bright future in engineering, data sciences, accounting, and more, Transnet Bursaries 2026 provide an ideal launchpad to unlock career opportunities in South Africa\u2019s thriving logistics and transport industry. Apply now and become a part of the future of South Africa\u2019s infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Transnet Bursaries 2026 are now open, offering financial support for exceptional students in technical and non-technical fields. 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