SANRAL Scholarships 2027 for Grade 8 - 12 Learners

Who can apply

• Be South African citizens.
• Be registered at an endorsed South African school.
• Be applying for Grade 8, 9, 10, 11 or 12.
• Have a minimum overall academic average of 60%.
• Have a total household income of less than R550,000 per year.
• Complete the online application in full.
• Upload all compulsory supporting documents.
• Learners with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Documents you will need

• June academic results.
• Learner’s ID or birth certificate.
• Parents’ or legal guardian’s ID documents.
• Death certificates, where applicable.
• Three months of submission
• Proof of legal guardianship.
• Divorce agreement.
• Home Affairs marital-status confirmation.
• Affidavit concerning the other parent.
• Proof of registration for siblings at tertiary institutions.
• Department of Labour letter for unemployed siblings under 18 who are not studying.
• Parents’ marriage certificate.
• Applicant’s marriage certificate, where applicable.
• Legal proof of separation.
• Social Services documentation.
• Court decree for foster children.
• Applicants should submit only the documents applicable to their household circumstances.

How to apply

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

Full details

The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) invites qualifying South African learners to apply for the SANRAL Scholarship Programme for the 2027 academic year.

Scholarship Application Closing Date: 30 September 2026

Scholarship Location: Registered South African schools

SANRAL Scholarship Programme 2027

SANRAL offers a limited number of scholarships to support South African school learners who want to continue their education and improve their academic opportunities.

The programme is available to learners from:

Grade 8 to Grade 12

and is open irrespective of subject choice.

Applications opened on:

1 July 2026

and close on:

30 September 2026

Scholarship Programme Overview

Organisation: South African National Roads Agency SOC LimitedProgramme: SANRAL Scholarship Programme 2027Study Level: Grade 8 - 12Citizenship: South AfricanMinimum Academic Average: 60%Household Income Limit: Less than R550,000 per yearOpening Date: 1 July 2026Closing Date: 30 September 2026Application Method: OnlineApplication Fee: None

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must:

Learners with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

What the SANRAL Scholarship Covers

The scholarship may cover:

• School fees.
• Boarding school fees, where applicable.
• School uniforms, where applicable.
• Sports uniforms, where applicable.
• Books.
• Stationery.
• Reputable school transport, where applicable.
• Extra lessons in Mathematics and Science.
• Registration fees, where applicable.
• Access to the SANRAL Wellness Programme.

Academic Requirement

Applicants need a minimum overall academic average of:

60%

Selection is based on more than academic performance alone.

SANRAL also considers:

• Financial need.
• The learner’s background.
• Available scholarship capacity.

Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee funding.

Household Income Requirement

Applicants must come from households with a total income of:

Less than R550,000 per year

Parents, guardians or spouses must provide the applicable proof of income depending on their employment circumstances.

Required Motivation Letters

Applicants must submit motivation letters from:

• Parent or parents.
• Applicant.
• School.

The learner’s motivation should be approximately:

2 pages

and should explain:

• Who the learner is.
• Why they are applying.
• Why they would like to receive a SANRAL scholarship.

Required Proof of Address

Applicants must provide proof of residential address.

Examples include:

• Water bill.
• Electricity bill.
• Letter from the local council.

The proof should be in the name of the parent or legal guardian.

If a bank statement is used as proof of address, an affidavit confirming the residential address must also be included.

The address provided must correspond with the residential address entered on the application form.

Certified Supporting Documents

Applicants must prepare certified copies of:

Copies must be certified within:

Three months of submission

Other Supporting Documents

Depending on the family’s circumstances, applicants may also need:

Applicants should submit only the documents applicable to their household circumstances.

If Parents or Guardians Are Employed

Applicants should submit:

• Salary slips.
• Wage slips.

Proof of income should not be older than:

Three months

If Parents or Guardians Are Unemployed

Applicants should submit:

• Official Department of Labour letter; or
• Affidavit confirming unemployment.
• Proof showing how the household is supported.
• SASSA documentation where applicable.
• Three months’ bank statements where applicable.

If income is received from pension, grants, maintenance, rental income or investments, proof of that income should also be submitted.

If Parents or Guardians Are Informal Traders

Applicants should provide:

• Proof of income.
• Lease agreement where accommodation is rented, if applicable.

If Parents or Guardians Earn Commission

Applicants may need to provide:

• IRP5.
• IT3.
• IT12.

The supplied information states that documents for the previous two years may be required.

If Parents or Guardians Own a Business

Where a parent, guardian or spouse owns or is a member of a CC, Pty Ltd or sole proprietorship, supporting documents may include:

• Income Statement.
• Balance Sheet.
• Cash Flow Statement.
• IT14 business tax returns for the previous two years.
• IT12 individual tax returns for the previous two years.
• IT3 income tax certificates from the bank for the previous two years.

One Application Per Learner

SANRAL states that the online system allows:

Only one application per applicant

Applicants should therefore make sure that every required document is ready before submitting.

Once the application has been submitted:

No changes can be made.

How to Apply for SANRAL Scholarship Programme 2027

Applications must be completed online through SANRAL.

Click here to apply for SANRAL Scholarship Programme 2027

Before submitting, applicants should:

• Complete every required section.
• Upload all compulsory supporting documents.
• Check that documents are readable.
• Confirm that financial information is correct.
• Verify academic information.
• Review the application carefully.

SANRAL does not charge an application fee for its scholarship programme.

Scholarship Application Closing Date

Applications close on:

30 September 2026

Applicants should submit complete applications before the closing date.

Selection Process

SANRAL states that scholarship awards are limited and that the number of applicants usually exceeds the available funding.

Selection considers:

• Academic merit.
• Financial need.
• Learner background.
• Scholarship targets.

SANRAL may stop considering applications from a designated group once the relevant target has been reached.

When Will Successful Applicants Be Contacted?

SANRAL will contact:

Successful applicants only

If an applicant has not received feedback by:

31 January 2027

the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.

Individual feedback on unsuccessful applications will not be provided.

Does the Scholarship Guarantee a SANRAL Job?

No.

Receiving a SANRAL scholarship does not guarantee:

• Employment with SANRAL.
• A future job offer.
• Automatic placement after completing school.

The scholarship is an education-support programme.

Important Application Notes

Applicants should note that:

• The programme is for Grades 8 - 12.
• South African citizenship is required.
• A minimum 60% academic average is required.
• Household income must be below R550,000 per year.
• The scholarship may cover school fees, boarding, uniforms, books, stationery, transport, selected extra lessons and wellness support.
• Learners with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Only one online application is allowed per applicant.
• Applications cannot be changed after submission.
• Missing or incomplete supporting documents will not be considered.
• False or misleading information may result in cancellation of the scholarship.
• SANRAL does not charge an application fee.
• Applications close on 30 September 2026.

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