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Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA) Bursary

The Auditor-General South Africa offers bursaries for students studying or intending to study full-time toward chartered-accountancy qualifications at SAICA-accredited universities.

Last reviewed: 2026-09-21Source-led guide

Studies covered

  • BCom Accounting CA stream.
  • Bachelor of Accounting CA stream.
  • BCompt and the chartered-accountancy route described by AGSA.

What the bursary covers

AGSA states that the bursary covers tuition fees, university accommodation, meals and books, subject to the bursary terms.

Key conditions

  • South African citizenship is required.
  • The study route must be toward Chartered Accountancy at a SAICA-accredited university.
  • Academic thresholds differ by study level.
  • Bursary holders are required to enter a training contract / serve articles with AGSA after studies as provided in the bursary contract.

Application timing

AGSA says applications open annually. Its bursary application page states they open in August and close around mid-October for the upcoming academic year; always confirm the current date on the official page before applying.

Frequently asked questions

Where should I apply?

Use the official AGSA bursary application route. Do not submit personal application documents to this website.

Sources and verification

Dates, eligibility, funding and application rules can change. Re-check the provider or government source before applying.

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