The Funza Lushaka Bursary is a highly sought-after teaching bursary in South Africa. The Department of Basic Education has announced that the applications for the Funza Lushaka Bursary 2027 are now open.
The Funza Lushaka Bursary Programme encourages teaching as a profession among young people by offering comprehensive bursaries to individuals pursuing teaching qualifications.Funding covers Bachelor of Education (BEd) and courses at all 26 public universities in South Africa.
NSFAS does not fund students who want to study to be a teacher, so they have to utilise the Funza Lushaka bursary.
Applications for the Funza Lushaka Bursary for 2027 opened on 1st October 2026 and will close on 31st January 2027 for new applications. There are two different Funza Lushaka applications: one for new students and one for re-applications from existing/returning bursars. Current beneficiaries who are re-applying must do so before the 30th November 2026.
Funza Lushaka Bursary 2027 Application Deadlines
- New students: 31st January 2027.
- Existing/Returning bursars: 30th November 2026.
Courses Covered by the Funza Lushaka Bursary
The bursary covers the following teaching qualifications:
- 4-year Bachelor of Education degree (B.Ed.), specialising in:
- Foundation Phase (Grade R – 3)
- Intermediate Phase (Grade 4 – 6)
- Senior and Further Education and Training Teaching (Grade 7-12)
The Funza Lushaka Bursary Programme is a multi-year initiative to promote teaching as a profession. Bursaries are available to enable selected students to complete a teaching qualification in identified priority subject areas.
Funza Lushaka Bursary Requirements
- South African citizen
- Demonstrate good academic ability
- 30 years old and below
- Accepted into an approved B.Ed. degree or PGCE programme specialising in two or more priority subject areas
- Meet the minimum academic criteria
How to Apply
- Step 1: Open the e-Gov portal at www.eservices.gov.za
- Step 2: Register by providing your personal information
- Step 3: Log in to the system using the username and password created during registration
- Step 4: On the e-Services menu, select the Education button
- Step 5: Click on the Funza Lushaka Bursary Scheme
- Step 6: Enter the OTP received on your preferred channel
- Step 7: Accept the Terms and Conditions
- Step 8: On the dashboard menu, click on the 2025 application button
- Step 9: Follow the steps to complete the required fields with your information
- Step 10: Accept the declaration to confirm the information captured
The Funza Lushaka Bursary covers tuition fees, accommodation (including meals), books, and learning materials. Additionally, students may receive a small allowance for monthly living expenses.
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