If you passed your first year at university and are studying or want to study Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering full-time at a recognised Gauteng university, the Johannesburg Water Bursary 2025 was one of the opportunities to cover tuition and other study-related expenses. The closing date for that round was 24 January 2025 at 16:00. At BursaryForms, we are your guide to success!

About the Johannesburg Water

Johannes Water SOC Ltd is a municipal entity owned by the City of Johannesburg. Its core mandate is to supply potable water and sanitation services to the population of Johannesburg. The bursary programme aims to support students in engineering fields to build capacity in areas critical to operations of the water utility. At BursaryForms, we are excited to connect students like you with these opportunities.

Fields Covered by the Johannesburg Water Bursary

This bursary supports full-time BSc degrees in these engineering disciplines:

  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering

Expenses Covered by the Johannesburg Water Bursary

The 2025 bursary covered essentials such as:

  • Tuition / registration fees for the degree programme.
  • Textbooks / prescribed learning materials — applicants were required to submit proof of need.
  • Other academic expenses related to the degree (depending on what is needed and approved)

Eligibility Requirements for the Johannesburg Water Bursary

Applicants needed to meet all of these criteria in 2025:

  • Be a South African citizen.
  • Have completed Matric.
  • Already completed 1st year of university; entering 2nd year or higher in one of the eligible Engineering fields.
  • Study at one of the recognised Gauteng universities: Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), Vaal University of Technology (VUT), University of the Witwatersrand (WITS), University of Johannesburg (UJ), or University of Pretoria (UP).
  • Demonstrate strong academic performance.
  • Prove financial need.
  • Not have received another bursary or financial aid for the same studies, excluding NSFAS.
  • Preference given to female applicants and persons with disabilities.

This page was updated on October 7, 2025 to provide the most current bursary information.

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How to Apply for the Johannesburg Water Bursary

Here’s how the 2025 application worked:

  • Download the official application form for Johannesburg Water.
  • Fill the form and attach certified copies of supporting documents: ID, Matric certificate, proof of registration/acceptance, proof of financial need, academic transcripts.
  • Submit the completed application by email to one of the following addresses depending on the field of study:
    • Civil Engineering: jw.Bsccivil@jwater.co.za
    • Mechanical Engineering: jw.Bscmech@jwater.co.za
    • Electrical Engineering: jw.Bscelectr@jwater.co.za

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Closing Date for the Johannesburg Water Bursary

24 January 2025 at 16:00

This deadline has passed—late or incomplete applications were not accepted.

Contact the Johannesburg Water Bursary Provider

If you have questions, use the following:

Johannesburg Water SOC Ltd
Tel: 011 688 1400
Email for the field of study in question (civil, mechanical or electrical) using the addresses ~ jw.Bsccivil@jwater.co.za, jw.Bscmech@jwater.co.za, jw.Bscelectr@jwater.co.za
Website: johannesburgwater.co.za

Frequently Asked Questions

Click each question to see its answer about the Johannesburg Water Bursary.

Can I apply if I’m in my first year of study?+
No. The 2025 bursary required you to have completed your 1st year and be entering your 2nd year or higher in an eligible engineering field.
Are female students given preference?+
Yes. Female applicants and persons with disabilities were given preference in the selection process.
Do I need to be studying at a university in Gauteng?+
Yes. Eligible institutions include TUT, VUT, WITS, UJ, or UP in Gauteng.
Is financial need considered?+
Yes. Applicants had to provide proof of financial need.
Can I apply if I already have another bursary?+
No. Applicants should not have another bursary award or funding for the same studies, except NSFAS.
What is the required field of study?+
Only Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering BSc degrees were accepted in 2025.
Do applicants need to submit proof of residence?+
Yes. Proof of residence was among the documents needed.
What happens if I apply after the deadline?+
Your application will not be considered. The deadline was 24 January 2025 at 16:00.
When will the 2026 Johannesburg Water Bursary open?+
Not announced yet. Keep watch on Johannesburg Water’s official bursaries page for updates.
Why does Johannesburg Water offer this bursary?+
To develop skilled engineers in disciplines crucial for maintaining and improving water supply, sanitation, and infrastructure in Johannesburg.

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