Funza Lushaka Bursary 2027 Returning - Closing 30 November
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Funza Lushaka Bursary Programme 2027 re-applications for returning bursars are open and expire in November 2026. Closing date is 30 November 2026 for existing/returning Funza Lushaka bursary holders. New applications close 31 January 2027. Applications opened 1 October 2026. If you are currently funded by Funza, you MUST re-apply by 30 November or lose your funding for 2027!
About Funza Lushaka Bursary - November Deadline
Funza Lushaka is the Department of Basic Education (DBE) bursary for teaching qualifications. It aims to address teacher shortages in priority subjects. It is renewable annually but you must re-apply each year via the e-Gov portal. Re-application does NOT guarantee re-award - you must continue to meet requirements.
What Does Funza Lushaka Cover?
- Tuition fees (full)
- Accommodation (university residence or private up to limit)
- Meals allowance
- Books and learning materials
- Teaching practice allowance
- Other approved study costs
Amount varies per university. You cannot hold NSFAS and Funza at same time.
Eligibility - Returning Bursars November 2026
- Must be currently receiving Funza Lushaka bursary in 2026
- Must be studying towards teaching qualification: BEd or PGCE (4-year BEd or PGCE after degree)
- Must have passed at least 2/3 of modules in 2026 - academic progress required
- Must be registered at public university for 2027
- Must be South African citizen
- Must not have other teaching qualification
- Must be willing to teach in public school after studies - 1 year service for each year funded
- Must be under 30? First-time only, returning can be older if already in system
Priority Teaching Subjects for 2027
- Foundation Phase (Grades R-3): African Languages, English, Maths
- Intermediate and Senior Phase (4-9): Maths, Science, Technology
- FET Phase (10-12): Maths, Physical Science, Agricultural Science, Technology, Accounting, Languages
How to Re-Apply - Steps for November Closing
- Go to e-Gov portal: www.eservices.gov.za
- Login with username and password you created
- On e-Services menu select Funza Lushaka Bursary Scheme
- Enter OTP received on preferred channel (phone/email)
- Accept Terms and Conditions
- On dashboard click 2027 application button - select RE-APPLICATION
- Complete all required fields - personal, academic, university info
- Accept declaration
- Print completed application and submit to your university's Funza Lushaka office with certified documents: ID, academic record, proof of registration
- Submit before 30 November 2026 - portal shuts at 23:59
Selection happens after university registration closes in Jan 2027. Only registered students considered. Selection panel includes DBE, Provincial Education, university officials. Based on provinces' priority subject needs.
Important for Returning Bursars
If you do not re-apply by 30 November 2026, your Funza funding stops. You will have to pay yourself in 2027. Even if you re-apply, you must continue to meet academic requirements. If you failed more than 1/3 of modules, you may lose bursary. Contact your university Funza coordinator for latest info - do NOT contact DBE directly for queries.
New Applicants Note
If you are NEW to Funza Lushaka (never funded before), your closing is 31 January 2027 (or 1 Feb 2027 depending on announcement). You have more time. This 30 Nov deadline is ONLY for returning bursars.
Apply Now - Direct Link
👉 Click here to re-apply for Funza Lushaka Bursary 2027 on e-Gov portal
👉 Click here to view more November teaching bursaries on Campus Linc
