{"id":25518,"date":"2025-08-27T14:20:54","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T12:20:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=25518"},"modified":"2026-03-12T09:57:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T07:57:20","slug":"transport-education-training-authority-bursary-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/transport-education-training-authority-bursary-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Transport Education Training Authority Bursary 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>One of the most effective ways to transform lives is via education, yet many South Africans find it difficult to pay for their tuition, books, and living expenses. The Transport Education Training Authority (TETA) is once again providing subsidies for students who wish to continue their education in 2026 and for unemployed learners in order to close this gap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-transport-education-training-authority-bursary\"><strong>What is the Transport Education Training Authority Bursary?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Transport Education Training Authority Bursary is a financial support programme that helps South African learners and students who want to study in areas related to transport, aviation, logistics, maritime, and other key industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TETA provides financial support to learners so they can cover important costs such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accommodation (on or off campus)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transport (where applicable)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Books and study materials<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Meals<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This ensures that students can focus on their studies without the stress of financial worries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1038347127\" 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=\"who-can-apply-for-the-teta-bursary\"><strong>Who Can Apply for the TETA Bursary?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>TETA is looking for unemployed learners who are serious about their studies. To qualify, you must fall into one of these categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Grade 12 learners<\/strong>\u00a0(matriculants) who want to study further in 2026.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Students already enrolled<\/strong>\u00a0at universities, universities of technology, TVET colleges, aviation schools, or diving schools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aviation students<\/strong>\u00a0with a valid SPL, PPL, or CPL license.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Commercial drivers<\/strong>\u00a0who have a matric (Senior Certificate).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You must be a&nbsp;<strong>South African citizen<\/strong>&nbsp;with a valid ID and permanent residency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fields-of-study-covered-by-the-teta-bursary\"><strong>Fields of Study Covered by the TETA Bursary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>TETA funds qualifications that match industry needs. If you\u2019re passionate about engineering, business, maritime studies, logistics, aviation, or IT, this bursary could be perfect for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the qualifications funded:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Engineering Fields:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Electrical\/Electronic Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mechanical Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Civil Engineering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maritime Engineering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Business &amp; Management:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Business Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Logistics Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Road Transport Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supply Chain Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Risk Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operations Management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Health &amp; Safety:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Environmental Health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safety Management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aviation &amp; Maritime:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maritime or Nautical Studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pilot Training (SPL, PPL, CPL, ATPL)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diving (Class II, III, IV)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marine Transport<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IT &amp; Innovation:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Artificial Intelligence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cybersecurity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cloud Computing\/Networking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Data Analytics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Machine Learning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Robotics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Postgraduate Opportunities:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Honours, Masters, and Doctoral studies in transport-related fields<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This wide range means that almost anyone with an interest in the transport industry can apply.<\/p>\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<div id=\"gaute-364371130\" 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=\"how-to-apply-for-the-teta-bursary\"><strong>How to Apply for the TETA Bursary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the\u00a0<strong>TETA Online Bursary Application System<\/strong>:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/indicium.teta.org.za\/Account\/Login.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to apply<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Register an account and complete the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/zabusaries.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/TETA-Bursary-Application-Form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">application form<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload the following\u00a0<strong>required documents<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Certified copy of your ID<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Latest academic results<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of registration or admission letter (if available)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of household income (parents\/guardians)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any other documents requested<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Applications must then be submitted via email to&nbsp;Bursaries2020@teta.org.za<br>or posted to:<br>Private Bag X 10016<br>Randburg<br>2125<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong>&nbsp;Hand-delivered applications will not be accepted. Only online submissions are valid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"important-dates\"><strong>Important Dates<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Applications Open:<\/strong>\u00a024th August 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deadline:<\/strong>\u00a024th September 2025 at 23:59<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>No late applications will be accepted.&nbsp;<strong>Only online applications are allowed.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3024391101\" 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=\"why-apply-for-the-teta-bursary\"><strong>Why Apply for the TETA Bursary?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many South Africans cannot afford the high costs of studying at universities and colleges. The&nbsp;<strong>Transport Education Training Authority Bursary<\/strong>&nbsp;not only pays for your tuition but also provides support for accommodation, meals, and transport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can study without financial stress.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can access high-demand careers in transport, logistics, aviation, and IT.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You gain a better chance of employment after graduation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With South Africa\u2019s economy relying heavily on transport and logistics, graduates in this field are highly sought after.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also check:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/toyota-bursary-programme-2026\/\">Toyota Bursary Programme (2026)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips-for-a-successful-application\"><strong>Tips for a Successful Application<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Apply early<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Don\u2019t wait until the last day.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submit all documents<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Missing documents may disqualify you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Write a strong motivation letter<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Show why you deserve the bursary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Double-check your details<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Make sure names, ID numbers, and emails are correct.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay updated<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Check your emails regularly for communication from TETA.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2948671483\" 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=\"contact-details-for-assistance\"><strong>Contact Details for Assistance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions, you can contact TETA at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Email:\u00a0<strong><a>Ndivhuwnm@teta.org.za<\/a>\u00a0\/\u00a0<a>Phurir@teta.org.za<\/a>\u00a0\/\u00a0<a>Julefet@teta.org.za<\/a>\u00a0\/\u00a0<a>JeminaR@teta.org.za<\/a>\u00a0\/\u00a0<a>NgoblelS@teta.org.za<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phone: 011 577 7000<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>More information is also available on the TETA website:&nbsp;<a>www.teta.org.za<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bursary is more than just financial help \u2013 it is a chance to build your future in one of South Africa\u2019s most important industries. If you are passionate about transport, logistics, engineering, aviation, or maritime studies, don\u2019t miss this opportunity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apply for the 2026 TETA Bursary and get financial support for tuition, accommodation, books, and more. Open to South African learners, students, and aviation or transport enthusiasts. Don\u2019t miss the 24 September deadline!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":25541,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"","rank_math_title":"","rank_math_description":"Apply for the 2026 TETA Bursary and get financial support for tuition, accommodation, books, and more. Open to South African learners, students, and aviation or transport enthusiasts. 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