Hey future engineers! 🚀 Ready to kickstart your career without the financial stress? The amazing Ingrain Bursary for 2026 is here to make your dreams a reality if you’re aiming for an Engineering degree in South Africa!
Ingrain, a leading company passionate about innovation, is investing in South Africa’s future talent. Their bursary programme is specifically designed to support bright, ambitious students like you who are pursuing a BEng undergraduate degree. This isn’t just about covering costs; it’s about empowering you to become one of the country’s next top engineers!
What Does It Cover?
The Ingrain Bursary is here to take the financial pressure off your studies, covering essential expenses so you can focus on excelling. This bursary provides funding for:
- Tuition fees
- Textbooks
- Accommodation (where applicable)
It’s important to note that the bursary does NOT cover any outstanding fees from previous academic periods. This bursary focuses on supporting BEng undergraduate degree studies in:
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics
Who Can Apply?
Think you’ve got what it takes? Ingrain is looking for driven individuals to join their programme. Here’s a quick checklist to see if you qualify:
- You must be a South African citizen, aged between 18 and 34.
- You need to have successfully completed your Matric.
- You must be currently studying towards a BEng degree in one of the specified engineering fields (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics).
- You should be in your 1st to 3rd year of study at a public University or University of Technology in South Africa.
- You must NOT be funded by any other bursary scheme.
- You should be unemployed and demonstrate a proven financial need.
- Students living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply – Ingrain believes in equal opportunities for all!
How to Apply?
Ready to jumpstart your engineering career with Ingrain? Applying is straightforward! You don’t need a complex application form. Simply email your application and all required documents to:
Email: Recruitment@ingrainsa.com
Make sure to use the subject line: “Unemployed Youth Bursary” to ensure your application gets to the right place.
Here’s a list of the documents you’ll need to submit:
- A certified copy of your ID document.
- A copy of your Matric certificate.
- Your most recent academic transcripts from your university.
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Important Dates: Don’t miss out! The closing date for applications is 25 September 2025. Make sure you get everything in before the deadline, as late applications won’t be considered. If you’re shortlisted, Ingrain will contact you by 15 November 2025 for an interview. If you haven’t heard back by then, please consider your application unsuccessful this time around.
If the Ingrain Bursary sounds like the perfect fuel for your engineering journey, don’t hesitate – apply now! This could be your stepping stone to a successful career. And remember, Bursaries Room is always here to help you find more amazing funding opportunities!
