South African young people are encouraged to apply for the Department of Agriculture (DoA) Bursaries for 2026 academic year. The objective of these scholarships is to help persons who have been marginalized in the past, particularly those from rural and low-income communities, and who want to study in vital agricultural sectors.
Apply for this bursary for 2026 and pursue your agricultural dream career. The Department of Agriculture is offering bursaries for 2026 in the fields below.
Fields of Study & Minimum NSC Requirements:
BSc Eng. Agricultural (Bioresource) Engineering Level 6 (70–79%)
Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) Level 6 (70–79%)
BSc Agric. Entomology Level 5 (60–69%)
BSc Agric. Food Science Level 5 (60–69%)
BSc Agric. Animal Science Level 5 (60–69%)
BSc Agric. Plant Pathology Level 5 (60–69%)
BSc Agric. Soil Science Level 5 (60–69%)
BSc Agric. Agronomy Level 5 (60–69%)
BSc Agric. Viticulture and Oenology Level 5 (60–69%)
BAS Food Science and Technology Level 4 (50–59%)
Diploma in Food Technology Level 4 (50–59%)
What does the bursary covers
Full tuition fees
Lodging
Publications
Meals
Monthly stipend
Ideal Candidates
Students who want to pursue careers in the following agriculture-related areas:
Those from low-income and rural regions are given priority.
Those with disabilities are strongly urged to submit an application.
Download the application form:
Download the application form for the 2026 undergraduate scholarship by clicking here.
Send in all relevant documentation:
verified duplicate of South African ID
mid-year Grade 12 results if currently in matric, or certified Grade 12 results
University acceptance letter, which may be submitted later, within three days after the publication of matric results
Income verification from parents (No affidavits accepted)
How to Apply for these bursaries
Applications can be forwarded to the email address provided below.
Email: Externalbursaries@dalrrd.gov.za
Applications submitted late will not be considered.
Just candidates in the listed disciplines will be taken into consideration.
Successful candidates will only be notified within 14 days after the publication of matric results.
For More Details You may Contact
Ms Silindelo Dlomo: 012 319 7848
012 319 7136 is Ms. Bongiwe Shabalala’s number.
Mr. Sifiso Nkuna: 012 319 7201
Closing Date for Applications
The deadline to apply for a bursary is September 30, 2025.
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