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Compensation Fund External Bursary 2026 – Closing Date: 31 March 2026 Apply Now

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Hey amazing students! Are you or someone you know a COID beneficiary or dependent looking for a game-changing opportunity to fund your studies? Well, get ready because the awesome **Compensation Fund External Bursary 2026** applications are officially open! This bursary is specifically designed to empower individuals linked to the Compensation Fund, helping you achieve your academic dreams without the financial stress.

The Compensation Fund Bursary is a fantastic initiative from the Department of Employment and Labour in South Africa. It’s all about supporting COID (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases) beneficiaries – specifically those with a permanent disablement, their dependents, and the dependents of employees who were fatally injured. If you’re ready to further your education at a TVET College, CET College, or a Higher Education Institution, this bursary could be your ticket to success by covering major study expenses!

Who Can Apply?

This incredible opportunity is open to:

Crucially, you must have already been accepted into a recognized Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College, Community Education and Training (CET) College, or Higher Education Institution (HEI) in South Africa to be eligible.

What Does It Cover?

This bursary is super comprehensive, aiming to take a huge load off your shoulders! It typically covers:

Remember, this award is renewable each year for the duration of your study programme, depending on funding availability and your academic performance. So, keep those grades up!

How to Apply?

Ready to jump in? Applying is straightforward:

Simply send your complete application via email to: CFexternalbursaries@labour.gov.za

While the bursary is technically open throughout the 2026 academic year, it’s always best to get your application in early! The official encouragement is to send your applications **on or before 31 March 2026**.

For more detailed information and to check out the official scheme details, click on this link: Compensation Fund Bursary Programme Information.

Just a heads-up: If you don’t hear back from the Compensation Fund within two months after submitting your application, you should consider your application as likely unsuccessful.

So, if you or someone you know fits the criteria and is eager to pursue higher education, don’t let this incredible chance slip away! Get your application in before the **31 March 2026** deadline. Your future self will thank you! And while you’re here, why not explore more amazing bursary opportunities on Bursaries Room to keep your funding options wide open?

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