Gauteng DSACR Bursary 2026 – Closing Date: 30 September 2025

Hey future change-makers! Are you passionate about preserving history or making information accessible? The Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation (DSACR) has an awesome opportunity for you!

If you’re looking to study Archive and Records Management or Library and Information Science, their bursary for 2026 could be your ticket to funding your studies right here in Gauteng. Let’s dive into what this bursary is all about!

The Gauteng DSACR Bursary isn’t just any funding; it’s designed to help talented young South Africans in Gauteng pursue their dreams in two really important fields: Archive and Records Management, and Library and Information Science. Essentially, the department wants to build up a pool of skilled individuals who can help preserve our province’s heritage and ensure everyone has access to vital information. If you get this bursary, you’ll receive financial support to cover your tuition and registration fees, making your academic journey much smoother.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for this awesome bursary, you need to meet a few key requirements. Make sure you tick all these boxes, or your application might not be considered:

You must be a South African citizen.
You must be under 35 years old.
You must live and plan to study within the Gauteng province.
You must be currently studying or planning to study an undergraduate qualification in one of the fields listed below:
- Archive and Records Management (Bachelors degree)
- Library and Information Science (Bachelors degree)
You must be studying, registered, or provisionally accepted at a recognised public tertiary institution in South Africa (sorry, private institutions aren’t funded for this one!).
You must NOT be permanently employed.

What Does It Cover?

This bursary is here to lighten your financial load by covering the following:

Tuition fees
Registration fees

Important Note: This bursary specifically covers tuition and registration. It does NOT cover expenses like books, transport, or accommodation.

How to Apply?

Ready to jump into your application? Here’s a step-by-step guide to make sure you get everything right:

First, download and complete the official application form:

Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf)

Next, gather clear copies of all these supporting documents. Missing even one could lead to your application being disqualified, so double-check everything!

A certified copy of your ID document or passport.
Certified copies of all your completed academic qualifications.
Proof of registration or provisional acceptance from your public tertiary institution (must be on the institution’s official letterhead).
Your full, official, and recent academic transcripts/results if you are currently studying (also on the institution’s letterhead).
Copies of any study-related quotes.
Your up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Proof of residence (to confirm you’re in Gauteng!).
A powerful motivational letter explaining why you deserve this bursary, your plans after graduation, and how your studies will benefit both you and the Gauteng society.

Once you have all your documents and the completed form, submit your application using one of these methods:

By Post:
Provincial Archivist
Gauteng Provincial Archives
Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation
Private Bag X33
Marshalltown
Johannesburg
2000

By Hand Delivery:
Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation
35 Rissik Cnr. Fox Street
Surrey House
Johannesburg

Remember, the closing date for applications is 30 September 2025. Make sure your application reaches them on or before this date – late applications won’t be considered!

If this sounds like the right bursary for you, don’t wait — apply now and explore more bursaries on Bursaries Room! Your funded future in Archive or Library Science starts here!