CETA Thapelo Madibeng Bursary 2025 | Online Application

CETA Thapelo Madibeng Bursary aims to advance the training and education of the skilled workforce in South Africa. The 2025 applications were announced at the start of January. The bursary applies to all qualified people with bright academic records and financial requirements.

Planning to apply for the CETA bursary 2025? Here is how you can prepare for it.

About the Bursary

CETA or Construction Education and Training Authority intends to influence the training and skill development of qualified people in the construction industry. Each year, the organization collaborated with public institutions and employers to fund the education and training programs. For the 2025 academic year, CETA has opened applications for undergraduate, graduate, diploma, and PhD students.

CETA Bursary Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the CETA bursary, you must fulfill the following criteria.

• The candidate must be a South African national.
• The candidate must be 35 years or younger at the time of time of application (for undergraduate students).
• The candidate must be studying in Matric. Or they must have completed Matric at the time of application.
• The candidate must be currently studying in or intend to study (full-time/ part-time) towards a construction-related field. It applies to both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants.
• The candidate must be studying or registered at a public institution in South Africa. It can be a University, TVET college, or University of Technology.
• The candidate must pass the eligibility criteria of the institution they want to study in.
• The candidate must have minimum passing marks in the latest years of their study.
• The candidate must not be receiving any funding from a CETA-funded institution.
• The candidate must not be receiving aid from NSFAS or any other scheme.
• The candidate must not be an immediate family member of the CETA employee.
• The candidate must prove they will complete their studies.

Preferences will be given to the following candidates.

• Female candidates currently pursuing education in construction, environment, or related disciplines.
• Candidates coming from Rural and township areas.
• Unemployed candidates who are willing to study construction or environment-related disciplines.
• Candidates with disabilities or military veterans.
• Candidates with bright academic records. They must not be sponsored by any other program.

CETA Bursary Application Process

Applying for the CETA bursary is straightforward, as they have a dedicated online portal. Here are a few steps you have to follow to submit your application.

• First, visit the official CETA application portal and register yourself.
• Once done, click Apply and fill out the online application form.
• Double-check everything and once satisfied, proceed further.
• Submit all the documents to [email protected]. Make sure you upload clear copies of all the documents.

Documents Required for the Bursary

Here are a few documents you must submit along with the application form. Make sure you upload clear copies of all the documents. Any missing item can result in disqualification of your application.

• A South African national ID document (certified copy).
• Grade 11 latest academic records. It applies to students currently studying in Matric.
• Matric degree certificate and transcripts. It applies to students already done with Matric qualification.
• Full tertiary academic records (latest transcripts, certificates, etc). It applies to students currently studying in universities.
• Proof of acceptance at the tertiary institution. It must be on the institution’s letterhead.
• Proof of parents/ guardian income. It should be their latest payslips if they are employed. Affidavit if they are unemployed, proof of social grant or pension if applicable, doctors report if permanently disabled, and death certificate if deceased. All the documents should be a certified copy.

Fields Covered Under CETA Bursary

This year, the CETA Construction Education and Training Authority has opened the bursary program for the following fields.

University Students (Undergraduate and Postgraduate)

• Architecture (BSc/ National Diploma/ Masters/Ph.D.), Building Arts (BA), Civil Engineering (BSc/ Masters/Ph.D.), Construction Management (BSc/ Masters/Ph.D.), Construction Economics (BSc/ Masters/Ph.D.), Construction Studies (BSc/ Masters/Ph.D.), Geomatics (BSc/ Masters/Ph.D.), Quantity Surveying (BSc/ Masters/Ph.D.), and Urban and Regional Planning (BSc/ Masters/Ph.D.).

University of Technology Students

• National Diploma in Building, Civil Engineering, Real Estate, Quantity Surveying, and Surveying or Ph.D. in Environmental Management, Construction, BIM, and Climate Change Science.

TVET College Students

• Civil Engineering and Building Construction or equivalent degree (N4-N6), Electrical Engineering or Equivalent (N4-N6), and NCV studies for scarce skill areas.

CETA Bursary Contact Details

For further bursary-related queries, contact CETA directly.

• Person to Contact: Mr. Mlungisi Mhlatywa (Manager)
• Telephone: 011 265 5904
• Email Address: [email protected]

CETA bursary is an excellent opportunity for academically bright students specializing in environmental engineering, construction, or related fields and requires funds to facilitate their education. It covers your education and living expenses. I hope this guide has helped you prepare for the CETA bursary application.