EY CA Stream Bursaries 2027

Who can apply

• Have a valid South African ID.
• Be studying or intending to study towards a Chartered Accountancy qualification.
• Study at a SAICA-accredited university.
• Demonstrate the academic potential required to pursue the CA(SA) pathway.
• Submit the required academic and supporting documents.
• Financial need will also be considered for applicants applying under the Academic Merit with Financial Need category.

Documents you will need

• CV.
• Certified copy of South African ID.
• Certified Matric certificate.
• Certified full academic record.
• 2026 mid-year academic results.
• Parent’s payslip; or
• Affidavit confirming unemployment where applicable.
• Student’s three-month bank statement.
• One PDF document
• The merged document should be uploaded under the Additional Optional Attachment section of the application system.
• Grade 11 documentation.
• Certified Grade 11 full report.
• Grade 12 Term 1 results.
• Grade 12 Term 2 results.
• The published requirements also refer to a certified Matric certificate. Current Grade 12 learners who have not yet completed Matric should follow the instructions shown on the live EY application portal for documents applicable to their current school year.

How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to EY CA Stream - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

Full details

EY South Africa invites qualifying Matric learners and university students pursuing the Chartered Accountancy pathway to apply for the EY CA Stream Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.

Bursary Application Closing Date: 30 September 2026

Bursary Location: SAICA-accredited universities in South Africa.

EY CA Stream Bursary Programme 2027

EY South Africa is offering bursaries to academically strong students who intend to qualify as Chartered Accountants.

The programme supports students studying towards a CA qualification at a SAICA-accredited university and offers two different bursary categories depending on academic performance and financial circumstances.

Successful bursary recipients are also required to complete their training contract with EY after their studies.

Bursary Programme Overview

Organisation: EY South AfricaProgramme: CA Stream Bursary Programme 2027Field: Chartered Accountancy / CA(SA)Academic Year: 2027Applicants: Matric learners and university studentsInstitution Requirement: SAICA-accredited universityMatric Applications: 1 July - 30 September 2026University Applications: 1 August - 30 September 2026Closing Date: 30 September 2026Application Method: OnlineWork-Back Requirement: EY training contract of at least three years

Available EY Bursary Categories

EY offers two main bursary options:

• Academic Merit with Financial Need Bursary
• Academic Merit Bursary

Applicants should consider which category best matches their circumstances.

Academic Merit with Financial Need Bursary

This bursary considers:

• Academic performance.
• Financial need.

Funding may cover one or a combination of:

• Tuition fees.
• Accommodation.
• Books.
• Meals.

The exact funding package may differ between successful applicants.

Academic Merit Bursary

The Academic Merit Bursary is awarded primarily on academic performance.

This bursary covers:

A portion of tuition fees

It should therefore not automatically be regarded as a full-cost bursary.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Applicants are expected to:

Financial need will also be considered for applicants applying under the Academic Merit with Financial Need category.

SAICA-Accredited Study Requirement

Applicants must pursue their CA qualification through a:

SAICA-accredited university programme

Students should confirm that their intended accounting qualification is accredited for the Chartered Accountant pathway before applying.

Documents Required from University Students

University applicants must prepare:

EY instructs applicants to combine the required documents into:

One PDF document

The merged document should be uploaded under the Additional Optional Attachment section of the application system.

Documents Required from Matric Applicants

Current Grade 12 learners should prepare:

The published requirements also refer to a certified Matric certificate. Current Grade 12 learners who have not yet completed Matric should follow the instructions shown on the live EY application portal for documents applicable to their current school year.

Document Upload Instructions

Applicants should:

• Scan documents clearly.
• Ensure all pages are readable.
• Combine the required supporting documents into one PDF.
• Upload the merged PDF under Additional Optional Attachment.
• Check that the document has uploaded successfully before submitting.

Work-Back Obligation

Successful bursary recipients are required to work at EY for the duration of their training contract.

The training contract is for a minimum of:

Three years

Applicants should therefore understand that the bursary forms part of a longer-term Chartered Accountancy career pathway with EY.

Matric Application Period

Applications for Matric learners are open from:

1 July 2026 to 30 September 2026

University Application Period

Applications for university students are open from:

1 August 2026 to 30 September 2026

How to Apply for EY CA Stream Matric Bursary 2027

Matric learners must submit their applications online.

Click here to apply for EY CA Stream Matric Bursary Programme 2027

Applicants should prepare all required documents before starting the online application.

How to Apply for EY CA Stream University Bursary 2027

The supplied information does not include a separate direct application URL for university applicants.

University students should access the official EY South Africa bursary page to locate the applicable 2027 university bursary application:

Click here to view and apply for EY Bursary Programme 2027

Bursary Application Closing Date

Applications close on:

30 September 2026

Both Matric and university applicants must submit their applications before this deadline.

Important Application Notes

Applicants should note that:

• The bursary is specifically aimed at the Chartered Accountancy pathway.
• Applicants must study at a SAICA-accredited university.
• Matric and university students may apply.
• Two bursary categories are available.
• The financial-need bursary may contribute towards tuition, accommodation, books and meals.
• The Academic Merit Bursary covers a portion of tuition fees.
• University applicants must include 2026 mid-year results.
• Supporting documents must be combined into one PDF where instructed.
• Successful bursary recipients must complete an EY training contract of at least three years.
• Matric applications opened on 1 July 2026.
• University applications opened on 1 August 2026.
• All applications close on 30 September 2026.

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