Hey future disaster management hero! Are you passionate about protecting communities and making a real difference in South Africa? Then get ready, because the National Disaster Management Centre (NDMC) has an awesome bursary opportunity that could fund your studies for the 2026 academic year!
The NDMC, part of the Department of Cooperative Governance (DCoG), is all about ensuring South Africa is ready for any challenge – from natural disasters to emergencies. They promote a coordinated system of prevention and mitigation, and they want bright minds like yours to join their mission. This bursary is designed to support students who are eager to pursue qualifications that will equip them to be leaders in disaster management.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for this incredible NDMC Bursary, you need to meet a few key requirements. Make sure you tick all these boxes!
- You must be a proud South African citizen.
- If you’re applying for an Undergraduate, Postgraduate Diploma, or Advanced Diploma, you need an overall average of at least 60% in your most recent academic results.
- For all you aspiring Master’s students, you’ll need an overall average of at least 65% in your most recent academic results.
What Does It Cover?
Worried about study costs? The NDMC Bursary has got you covered! This generous award aims to ease your financial burden so you can focus on your studies. If successful, the bursary will cover:
- Your full registration fees.
- Your full tuition fees.
- A fantastic resources allowance of up to R11 000 specifically for Master’s students, to help with research materials and other academic needs.
Just a heads-up: successful candidates will need to sign a bursary contract with DCoG through the NDMC. If you don’t hear back, please consider your application unsuccessful, but don’t lose hope – keep exploring other opportunities!
How to Apply?
Ready to jump in? Applying for the NDMC Bursary is super easy and done completely online. Just follow these steps:
- Head over to the official application portal: NDMC Bursary Application 2026.
- First-time user? You’ll need to Register an Account.
- Already registered? Simply Login to access the application form.
Don’t forget to prepare and upload clear copies of these compulsory supporting documents. Missing even one could mean your application won’t be considered:
- A certified copy of your South African ID document.
- A certified copy of your Matric certificate.
- Official proof of application, acceptance, or registration at a public South African tertiary institution (this must be on the institution’s letterhead).
- Your most recent academic results if you are currently studying (also on the institution’s letterhead).
- If you’re a Master’s applicant, include a short Curriculum Vitae (CV), highlighting your previous employment and academic qualifications. Keep it to a maximum of 2 pages.
- Also for Master’s applicants, you’ll need to submit a research proposal based on one of the 16 Priority Thematic Areas.
For any questions, you can contact the NDMC directly via email at: bursary@ndmc.gov.za or call 012 848 4614 / 012 848 4628 / 012 848 4654 for general queries, or 012 848 4631 / 012 848 4676 for ICT-related queries.
If this sounds like the perfect step towards your dream career in disaster management, don’t hesitate – apply now! The closing date is 30 September 2025, so get your application in before then. While you’re here, why not explore more fantastic bursaries on Bursaries Room and secure your future?