Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment’s (DFFE) Bursary Program

Deadline: Oct 03, 2025

undergraduate

fully funded

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) is accepting applications for its Bursary Program 2026. This program is designed to support full-time students enrolled in institutions of higher learning or Grade 12 (Matric) students who are not employed.

📋 Opportunity Details

Date Published: September 5, 2025
Application Deadline: October 3, 2025
Category:
- Undergraduate
- Internship
- Bachelors
- Fully Funded
- Persons with Disabilities
Opportunity Location: South Africa

🌟 About the DFFE Bursary

The DFFE Bursary Program provides financial assistance to full-time students and Grade 12 learners who meet the eligibility criteria. The program is sponsored by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE).

🎁 Benefits

The bursary provides a maximum amount of R50,000.00.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the bursary, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be a full-time student enrolled in an institution of higher learning or a Grade 12 (Matric) student who is not employed.
Students who have previously participated in the public service internship program are ineligible.
- Note: Participation in the internship program is mandatory upon completion of studies as part of the bursary contract agreement.
- Regulations prohibit participation in the internship program more than once.
Clearly indicate the reference number and the study field on the application form.
Submit a complete application; incomplete applications will not be considered.
Applications must be submitted using the prescribed bursary application form (Download Form).
No faxed or emailed applications will be accepted.

📝 Application Process

Required Documents

All applications must include the following documents:

A motivation letter explaining why the bursary should be awarded to you.
Certified copies of qualifications and recent academic records.
Certified copies of identity documents (applicant and both parents or guardian).
Proof of registration (if already enrolled in an institution of higher learning).
Latest Grade 12 results (if currently in high school).
Proof of parents’ or guardian’s income.
Proof if parents are deceased.
Affidavit if parents are not working.

📅 Application Deadline

Deadline: October 3, 2025

🌐 Application Portal

For more details about the bursary, visit the DFFE Bursary Page.
To apply, download the Prescribed Bursary Application Form.

ℹ️ Additional Information

Participation in the internship program is mandatory upon completion of studies as part of the bursary agreement.
Ensure all required documents are submitted to avoid disqualification.

Benefits

The maximum amount of the bursary is R50,000.00

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