Organisation : South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)
Scholarship Name : Thuthuka Bursary 2026
Applicable For : Students who want to become Chartered Accountant
Country : South Africa
Last Date : 31st August 2026
Website : https://www.thuthukabursaryfund.co.za/
What is SAICA Thuthuka Bursary?
South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) Thuthuka Bursary assists disadvantaged African and coloured students who want to study to become CAs(SA). A bursary fund like none other, Thuthuka’s model covers more than just tuition, books, meals, residence fees and accommodation. Thuthuka Bursary cannot be used to pay for existing loans or debts. Last date of application is 31st August 2026.
Eligibility of SAICA Thuthuka Bursary
You qualify to apply to join the Thuthuka programme if you:
** are a South African citizen
** are Black African or Coloured
** are either in Grade 12, have been out of school (with Matric) for no more than two years or are a university student studying a CA-stream BCom degree
** have obtained at least 60% (5 or above on the NSC scale of achievement) in Mathematics in Grade 11 (Maths Literacy and Technical Maths learners are NOT considered)
** have applied (or are in the process of applying) for a BCom Accounting (CA-stream) degree at a offering the Thuthuka programme.
** come from a family with a combined family income of R350 000 per annum or less
** write the National Benchmark Tests (NBT)
Benefits of SAICA Thuthuka Bursary
A bursary fund like none other, Thuthuka’s model covers more than just tuition, books, meals, residence fees and accommodation. The programme follows an integrated and holistic approach to ensure success, and students are also provided with “wrap around” support including:
** Academic support, including various academic enrichment programmes such as additional tutorials, study skills workshops and more
** Social and emotional support
** Work-readiness and life skills training
** Mentoring and counselling
** Access to dedicated programme manager exposure to experienced chartered accountants and business leaders as mentors
This model makes Thuthuka students more successful than their counterparts. It is also this approach that makes Thuthuka students ready to face the challenges of the workplace.
How To Apply For SAICA Thuthuka Bursary?
Applicants will be considered according to academic performance, National Benchmark Test (NBT) results and financial need as determined by the NSFAS financial means test. The funding application is for the 2027 academic year.
Your application remains incomplete if:
** The consent form is not signed or
** All required documents are not uploaded.
All fields marked in red are compulsory Your application is not submitted until you press “SUBMIT” The closing date for the applications is August 31st 2026, 11:59:00 pm
Apply Here : https://www.thuthukabursaryfund.co.za/login
Supporting Documents:
** Signed consent form (download it here)
** Applicant’s ID
** Parent(s)’/Guardian(s)’ ID
** Parent(s)’/Guardian(s)’ salary slip
** Copies of ID documents of persons dependent on family income
** Final Grade 11 results
** Final Grade 12 results (if completed Grade 12)
** Full university transcript (if already at University)
** University provisional acceptance letter (if you are still in high school).
What is the Last Date of SAICA Thuthuka Bursary?
Last Date of South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) Thuthuka Bursary is 31st August 2026.