How to Apply for Transnet Bursaries

Transnet offers bursaries for full-time study towards technical degrees. Fields include Civil, Electrical (Heavy Current), Electronic, Computer, Electro-technical, Mechanical, Industrial, Metallurgy (Physical), Mechatronics, Technical Project, and Chemical Engineering .

Transnet offers bursaries for full-time study towards non-technical degrees. Fields include Data Analytics, Actuarial/Business Science, Horticulture, Property Valuation/Real Estate, Computer Science/Informatics/Business Science, Cyber Security, Procurement, Supply Chain, Environmental Management, Accounting Science, Geographical Information Systems, and Information Systems .

The CAT programme is a three-year programme for candidates who have a Certificate in Theory of Accounting (CTA)/BCompt (Hons) or equivalent. If you are registered in the final year of the CTA registration, you can join the programme. All trainees are assigned a mentor from among the Chartered Accountants within Transnet .

Tuition fees

Accommodation and meals

Book allowance

A computer – if a requirement from the 2nd year

Experiential training / Vocational work

Work-back obligation: Students are required to render one year's service for every year of financial aid received from Transnet after acquiring the qualification .

Full tuition fees

Accommodation and meals

Book allowance

A computer – if a requirement from the 2nd year

Experiential training / Vocational work

Vacation work opportunities during June/July or December/January holidays

Work-back obligation: Students must render one year's service for every year of financial aid received from Transnet after acquiring the qualification .

Vacation work: Vacation work is available during June/July or December/January holidays. Students must apply at least one month prior. Accommodation arrangements are the student's responsibility and must be paid for using the allowance received .

Citizenship: South African citizen

Age: Under 25 years old

Study status: Studying or intending to study full-time towards an undergraduate qualification at a recognised South African university or university of technology

Academic performance: Top-performing student

For Grade 12 learners and current students :

English: Minimum Level 5 (60% and above)

Mathematics: Minimum Level 5 (60% and above)

Physical Science: Minimum Level 5 (60% and above)

For Grade 12 learners and current students :

English: Minimum Level 5 (60% and above)

Relevant subjects: Minimum Level 5 (60% and above) in line with the requirements of the preferred area of study

For the Chartered Accountants Training Programme :

BCompt Hons/final year or one year Certificate in Theory of Accounting (CTA) programme

Current final year CTA students are also welcome to apply

Applications must be accompanied by a CV including certified copies of Grade 12 certificate, junior degree transcript, degree, and proof of final year CTA university registration

To be considered for the Transnet Bursary Programme, applicants must demonstrate :

Good written and verbal communication skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to work well within a team and collaborate effectively

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Willingness to learn and grow professionally

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage effectively in diverse environments

✅ Completed Transnet Bursary Application Form (if applicable)

✅ Certified copy of South African ID document

✅ Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)

✅ Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)

✅ Full academic record, including most recent results, if currently studying (certified copy)

✅ Proof of tertiary registration or acceptance (on institution's letterhead)

✅ Shortened Curriculum Vitae

Before applying, confirm you meet the minimum requirements. You must be a South African citizen under 25 years old, with Level 5 (60% and above) in English, Mathematics, and Physical Science for technical bursaries, or Level 5 in English and relevant subjects for non-technical bursaries .

All Transnet bursary applications are submitted online through the official Transnet careers portal.

Official application portal:

www.transnet.net (click on "Careers")

How to register:

Go to the Transnet Careers website

Click on "Registration" on the drop-down table

Complete the Registration Form, ensuring all required fields marked with an asterisk are completed

Create a username and password (must be at least 8 characters, contain a capital letter, a number, and a special character)

Read and accept the Privacy Statement

Verify your email address by clicking the confirmation link sent to your inbox

Once logged in:

Go to the "My Profile" page

Click on the "Employment Opportunities" tab

Under "Contract Type," select "Bursar" in the drop-down screen

Click the "Start" tab to view search results

Click on the Bursar position to apply for a full-time Transnet Bursary

Bursary references:

Technical Bursaries (Engineering): Reference req3217

Non-Technical Bursaries (Specialised Commercial): Reference req3218

Fill in all required fields accurately, including your personal information, contact details, and educational qualifications.

Tips for a strong application:

Complete all fields relating to your past academic school performance by completing the Subject, Level, Achievement Level, and Percentage fields

Enter "www.zabursaries.co.za" in the field asking how you heard about the Transnet bursary

Double-check that your contact details are correct

Prepare and upload clear, certified copies of :

South African ID document

Matric latest results (if currently in Matric)

Matric certificate (if completed Matric)

Full academic record (if currently studying)

Proof of tertiary registration or acceptance

Shortened Curriculum Vitae

Important: The submission of these documents is compulsory. If any items are missing, your application may be disqualified .

Review all information for accuracy

Ensure all required documents are attached

Click "Submit"

Save the confirmation page or reference number

Important: Applications must be submitted through the official Transnet online portal. Email applications are not accepted unless specified in the advert .

After screening of applications by the Transnet Bursary Department, candidates will be invited — based on academic performance on secondary or tertiary level — to be interviewed. The interviews will take place in Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, Cape Town, and Durban .

Final selection and award is subject to:

Interview performance

Satisfactory academic results

Medical fitness

If you have not been contacted by 31 October, consider your application as unsuccessful . For some programmes, if you do not hear back by the end of February, consider your application unsuccessful .

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Only apply through the official Transnet careers portal at www.transnet.net

Never pay for a bursary application

Transnet never charges application fees

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