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Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA) Bursary 2027: Full Funding Toward Your Chartered Accountancy Degree
The Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA) offers a fully funded bursary for students studying or intending to study full-time toward becoming a Chartered Accountant. Covering tuition, university accommodation, meals, and books, this is one of the more comprehensive accounting bursaries available in South Africa, with a direct route into a training contract at one of the country’s key constitutional institutions once studies are complete.
Here is a full breakdown of the bursary, requirements at every year of study, and how to apply.
About the AGSA Bursary
The AGSA is South Africa’s Supreme Audit Institution, accountable to the National Assembly under the Constitution and the Public Audit Act, and responsible for auditing government departments, municipalities, and public entities across the country. Its bursary programme is built specifically to develop the next generation of Chartered Accountants who go on to serve within its own audit teams.
Applications open in August each year and close mid-October for the upcoming academic year.
What the Bursary Covers
- Full tuition fees
- University accommodation
- Meals
- Books
Core Conditions
- The bursary is only for Chartered Accountancy studies, meaning you must be studying or intending to study a BCom Accounting (CA stream), Bachelor of Accounting (CA stream), or BCompt
- The bursary is only awarded for full-time studies at a university accredited by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)
- Bursary holders are required to serve articles or enter into a training contract with the AGSA on completion of their studies, as set out in the bursary contract
- Only South African citizens will be awarded a bursary
Advantageous Qualities AGSA Looks For
Beyond academic results, AGSA states it looks for candidates who show:
- Proficiency in English with strong communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Drive, determination, and commitment to succeed
- Strong leadership potential
Requirements by Year of Study
The AGSA bursary supports students at every stage of the CA journey, from matric right through to postgraduate CTA studies. Requirements and required documents differ depending on which stage you are applying at.
Matriculant Applying for 1st Year Studies
- Must obtain matric exemption with university entrance
- Must obtain at least 60% in English
- Must obtain at least 60% in Maths (Mathematical Literacy does not qualify)
- Required documents: Copy of ID, Grade 11 year-end results, university acceptance letter, and Grade 12 mid-year results
1st Year Student Applying for 2nd Year Studies
- Must obtain over 60% in Financial Accounting
- Must be actively pursuing the chartered accountancy programme
- Must have obtained 60% or above in Maths and English while in Matric
- Required documents: Copy of ID, Matric results, and academic record
2nd Year Student Applying for 3rd Year Studies
- Must obtain over 60% in Financial Accounting
- Must obtain 60% or above in Management Accounting
- Must be actively pursuing the chartered accountancy programme
- Required documents: Copy of ID and full academic record
Final Year Student Applying for Postgraduate Studies
- Must obtain 55% in all core modules of the chartered accountancy programme
- Must have obtained acceptance into the CTA programme
- Required documents: Copy of ID, full academic record, and acceptance letter into the CTA programme
How to Apply
- Confirm that you meet the requirements for your current year of study, listed above
- Gather all required supporting documents for your specific application stage
- Visit the AGSA bursary application page and consent to AGSA processing your personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
- You will be redirected to the official AGSA recruitment portal to complete your application
Visit the official website to apply
Applications open in August each year and close in mid-October for the following academic year, so it is worth preparing your documents ahead of the opening window rather than waiting until the deadline approaches.
Final Thoughts
With full tuition, accommodation, meals, and books covered, plus a guaranteed training contract on completion, the AGSA bursary offers one of the most complete funding packages available to South African students pursuing the CA(SA) designation. Whether you are a matriculant preparing your first application or a final-year student heading into your CTA year, make sure your results meet the threshold for your stage and your documents are ready before the mid-October closing date.
