Komatsu Bursary 2026

About Komatsu Bursary

Komatsu is an internationally recognised manufacturer of mining, construction, earthmoving, and industrial equipment. Established in 1921, the company operates across the world and has built a strong presence in Southern Africa since the early 1960s. Komatsu South Africa continues to support skills development by offering bursaries to talented and motivated students in STEM-related fields. The programme is designed to help students progress academically while contributing to future technical and engineering capacity in the country.

Fields of Study Covered

The Komatsu Bursary supports studies in a wide range of STEM disciplines. Funding is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled in fields such as:

• Accounting
• Actuarial Science
• Chemical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Economics
• Electrical Engineering
• Financial Management
• Geology
• Human Resource Management
• Industrial Engineering
• Information Systems
• Information Technology
• Investment Management
• Law
• Logistics Management
• Mathematical Statistics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Mineral Surveying
• Mining Engineering
• Supply Chain Management
• Transport Management
• Additional STEM fields not listed above may also be considered.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• You must be a South African citizen.
• You must be studying towards a qualification in a STEM field.
• You must be in your first, second, third, or fourth year of study.
• You must be registered at an accredited public Higher Education Training institution in South Africa.
• Preference may be given to students from the Northern Cape, specifically those residing in the Gamagara and Tsantsabane Municipalities. Students from other regions are also encouraged to apply.

Required Documents

Applicants must attach clear and complete copies of the following documents. Missing items may lead to disqualification.

• A certified copy of your ID
• Proof of tertiary registration issued on official institution letterhead
• Full academic record issued on official institution letterhead
• Proof of residence

How to Apply

Applications for the Komatsu Bursary must be submitted online through the official application portal.
Applicants should use the promotion code NC2026 when completing the form.
In the field asking how you heard about the opportunity, applicants must enter the required reference as specified by the provider.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 30 November 2025. Any applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

Contact Information

Queries regarding the bursary programme can be directed to Career Wise, the administrators of the bursary.
Telephone: 011 258 4464
Contact page: https://www.komatsu.com/en-us/contact-us