The City Power Johannesburg (SOC) Limited bursary programme invites eligible South African students for the 2025 academic year. This opportunity is designed for learners and students who live within the City of Johannesburg service area and are pursuing undergraduate qualifications in select priority fields.

About the Bursary Provider

City Power Johannesburg (SOC) Limited is a municipal-owned entity of the City of Johannesburg, founded in 2001 and tasked with supplying electricity to one of Africa’s largest metros. The bursary scheme forms part of its commitment to skills development, transformation and social investment within its region of operation.

Fields Covered

The bursary supports studies in the following fields:

  • Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current / Light Current)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Risk Management
  • Environmental Health Management

Expenses Covered

The bursary covers full-time undergraduate studies for the approved fields. It typically includes tuition and fees at recognised universities, universities of technology or TVET colleges. Additional allowances or book grants may be dependent on the contract terms.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Must be a South African citizen.
  • Must reside within the City of Johannesburg service area (Gauteng province).
  • Grade 12 applicants must have achieved at least a “C” symbol (60%) and meet the admission criteria of the tertiary institution.
  • Current undergraduate students must have a minimum average of 60%.
  • Must intend to study or already be enrolled full-time in one of the eligible fields at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa (University, University of Technology or TVET College)
  • Preference is given to females (70 % female, 30 % male) and to institutions in Gauteng, though not strictly limited.

This page was updated on October 24, 2025 to provide the most current bursary information.

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How to Apply

To apply, download and complete the official application form:

Submit the completed form together with certified copies of required supporting documents:

  • Certified copy of South African ID document
  • Certified copy of Matric certificate (Grade 12)
  • Certified copy of academic transcript (for current undergraduates)
  • Proof of acceptance or registration at a recognised tertiary institution (if applicable)

Submit your application via email to: TalentPipeline@citypower.co.za with subject line “Bursaries 2025”. Alternatively, submit by post to:

Talent Pipeline Department: BURSARIES
City Power (SOC) Limited
P.O. Box 38766, Booysens, 2016

Applications sent by fax will not be accepted.

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Closing Date

31 January 2025 (12:00 pm) is the stated deadline for the 2025 cycle. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.

Contact the Bursary Provider

For queries, contact:
City Power (SOC) Limited – Talent Pipeline Department
Tel: 011 490 7781 (Sesese Dlamini) / 011 490 7821 (Refiloe Semela) / 011 490 7110 (Leah Vanto)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is eligible to apply for the City Power Johannesburg Bursary?
South African citizens residing in the City of Johannesburg service area who are either entering undergraduate studies or are current students in one of the eligible fields and meet the academic criteria may apply.
2. Which fields of study are supported by this bursary?
The bursary supports Electrical Engineering (Heavy/Light Current), Information Technology, Risk Management and Environmental Health Management at undergraduate level.
3. What academic average is required to qualify?
Grade 12 learners must have a minimum of 60% (symbol C) and meet the institution’s admission criteria. Undergraduate students must hold a minimum average of 60%.
4. Can I apply if I live outside Gauteng?
Yes, you may, but preference is given to students at institutions in Gauteng. Residency within the City of Johannesburg service area is mandatory.
5. Is the bursary open to female candidates only?
No, but the programme gives preference: 70 % of bursaries are aimed at female applicants and 30 % at male applicants as part of its gender-transformation goals.
6. How do I submit my application?
Complete the official application form and submit it by email to TalentPipeline@citypower.co.za (subject: “Bursaries 2025”) or by post to P.O. Box 38766, Booysens, 2016. Fax submissions are not accepted.
7. When is the closing date?
31 January 2025 at 12:00 pm. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.
8. What happens after I apply?
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within about two months. The selection process includes qualification verification, criminal record checks and possibly psychometric assessments.
9. Does the bursary cover postgraduate studies?
No. The bursary is for undergraduate studies (first-degree level, TVET or University of Technology). Postgraduate applications are not catered for under this scheme.
10. How many bursaries are awarded each year?
The exact number is not publicly fixed but the programme aims to support many deserving students in the City of Johannesburg service area. Applicants should treat this as a competitive process.

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