Investec CSI Bursary 2026 Applications Now Open

Investec is committed to more than just providing financial support — it’s about investing in South Africa’s future leaders. The Investec CSI Bursary Programme aims to develop well-rounded, socially conscious graduates who are not only academically qualified but also ready to contribute meaningfully to society.

About the Bursary
Investec offers full-cost bursaries to students who are currently in Grade 12 or their first year of tertiary study, intending to pursue full-time undergraduate degrees in key fields linked to the financial services sector. These include:

• Actuarial Science (only first-year university students, unless studying Business Science at UCT)

• Commerce (Economics, Accounting, Finance, Investments, etc.)

• Engineering

• Computer Science

• Information Technology / Information Science

• Business Science

• Science and Mathematics

• Commercial LLB

• MBCHB (Medicine)

Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Investec CSI Bursary, applicants must:

• Be South African citizens

• Be in Grade 12 or their first year of university in 2025

• Meet the academic requirements:

  • Grade 12 students: At least 70% in Mathematics (not Maths Literacy), 65% in English HL or 70% in English FAL, and 60%+ in all other subjects

  • First-year students: Must average above 60% overall, and STEM students must achieve at least 60% per subject in their first semester

Application Requirements
Applications must be completed in full and include all the following certified documents:

• South African ID

• Mid-year (first semester) results for 2025

• Final NSC/Matric results (if already completed Grade 12)

• Parent/guardian proof of income: payslips, tax returns, or sworn affidavits

• Proof of unemployment (if applicable)

• Death certificate (if parent(s) are deceased)

• Divorce/separation documentation (if applicable)

Important Notes

• Applications are only considered for study at select South African public universities

• No bursaries are offered for private institutions

• Degree changes after application may result in cancellation of the bursary

• Be sure to apply to your intended university before their deadline

Career Guidance Support
Still deciding on your future career? Visit www.careerxplora.com — an Investec initiative providing personalised career guidance. You can also chat with a facilitator via WhatsApp: 057 814 5978

How to Apply
Applications are completed through StudyTrust’s online platform. Visit the Investec Bursary Applications page and follow the “Apply Here” link to begin your application.

Applications Close: 30 September 2025
No late or incomplete applications will be considered.