Website Eskom
Eskom Holdings generates, transports and distributes approximately 95% of South Africa’s electricity – making up 60% of the total electricity consumed on the African continent. Eskom is the world’s eleventh-largest power utility in terms of generating capacity, ranks ninth in terms of sales, and boasts the world's largest dry-cooling power station.
Eskom is inviting applications for its 2025 bursary programme. If you’re a student with a passion for engineering and looking for financial assistance to pursue higher education, this is a fantastic opportunity. Eskom is offering a total of 138 bursaries, aimed at both university and university of technology students who wish to study engineering-related fields.
Fields of Study Covered by the Eskom Bursary
University (BEng / BSc) Studies:
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
- Electrical Engineering (Light Current)
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Metallurgy Engineering
University of Technology (Diploma) Studies:
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
- Electrical Engineering (Light Current)
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Surveying Engineering
Bursary Breakdown
- 79 bursaries will be awarded for University studies.
- 59 bursaries will be awarded for University of Technology studies.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Eskom Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:
University Studies:
- You must be a South African citizen.
- You must be currently in Matric in 2024.
- You must have achieved a minimum of Level 4 for English, Level 5 for Pure Mathematics, and Level 5 for Physical Science in your Grade 11 finals.
- You must intend to study towards one of the qualifications listed above in 2025.
- You must have received conditional acceptance to study at a recognized and accredited university in South Africa in 2025.
- You must not be in receipt of any other bursary funding and must not be registered at any tertiary institution.
- Preference may be given to applicants from under-represented designated groups in line with Eskom’s employment equity goals.
- Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
University of Technology Studies:
- You must be a South African citizen.
- You must be currently in Matric in 2024.
- You must have achieved a minimum of Level 4 for English, Level 4 for Pure Mathematics, and Level 4 for Physical Science in your Grade 11 finals.
- You must intend to study towards one of the qualifications listed above in 2025.
- You must have received conditional acceptance to study at a recognized and accredited university of technology in South Africa in 2025.
- You must not be in receipt of any other bursary funding and must not be registered at any tertiary institution.
- Preference may be given to applicants from under-represented designated groups in line with Eskom’s employment equity goals.
- Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply for the Eskom Bursary
To apply for the Eskom Bursary Programme, follow these steps:
Proof of conditional acceptance at a University/University of Technology (on the institution’s letterhead)
Submit your application online:
Applications must be submitted online at:
Eskom Bursary Application 2025 – University studies
(Reference number: 50691424NP)
Eskom Bursary Application 2025 – University of Technology studies
(Reference number: 50738540NP)
Supporting Documentation: Ensure you submit clear copies of the following documents:
Certified copy of your ID document
Certified copy of your Grade 11 final results
Certified copy of your Matric latest results
To apply for this job please visit secapps.eskom.co.za.