Armaments Corporation of South Africa (Armscor) bursaries 2026 can help South African students study important science and engineering courses. Armscor, together with the South African defence industry, invites students to apply for the 2026 academic year.
Armaments Corporation of South Africa (Armscor) bursaries 2026: closing date and study place
- Closing date: 26 February 2026
- Location: South Africa
- Where you must study: recognised public tertiary institutions
Fields of study funded by the Armscor bursary
Armscor bursaries are for full-time studies that match the future needs of the defence industry. These fields include:
- Aeronautical Engineering
- Biochemistry / Chemistry and Physics
- Computer Science / Information Technology (IT) / Cyber Security / Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Electronics / Electrical Engineering
- Human Kinetics and Ergonomics Science
- Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronics Engineering
- Physics and Astrophysics
- Naval Engineering / Marine Engineering
This bursary scheme aims to help with the shortage of science and engineering skills in the defence sector. Students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
What the Armscor bursary covers
The bursary gives strong financial support, including:
- Tuition fees
- Prescribed textbooks
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Living allowance
- Vacation work opportunities (where available)
Eligibility requirements for the Armscor bursary
You must meet all of these rules:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be in Matric (2025) or already finished Matric
- Have minimum levels 5, 6, and 7 in Mathematics, Physical Science, and English
- Study or plan to study full-time in 2026 in one of the listed fields
- Study or plan to study at a recognised public tertiary institution in South Africa
- Have a strong academic record
- Show financial need (combined household income must be R1 million or less per year)
- Show interest in a career in the defence industry
- Be from a previously disadvantaged background
If you do not meet even one rule, your application will not be considered.
How to apply for the Armscor bursary
- Click here to download the Armscor Bursary Application Form 2026
- Fill in the form.
- Add all supporting documents.
- Send your application before 26 February 2026.
Supporting documents required
Send clear, certified copies of these documents with your form:
- South African ID document
- Matric mid-year results (if currently in Matric)
- Matric certificate (if Matric completed)
- Full academic record (if currently at tertiary level)
- Parents’ or guardians’ ID documents or death certificates (if deceased)
- Proof of parents’ or guardians’ income:
- latest payslips, or
- affidavit (if unemployed or informal trader), or
- proof of SASSA grant, or
- death certificate (if deceased)
Applications with missing documents may be disqualified.
How to submit your application (email or post)
You must apply before 26 February 2026 using one of these ways.
Email application
- Email to: bursaries@armscor.co.za
- Email subject line: Armscor Bursary Application – Full Qualification Name
Postal application
Send to:
Senior Manager: Learning & Organization Development
Armscor LTD
Private Bag X337
Pretoria
0001
Shortlisting and extra documents
- Shortlisted students will be contacted within two weeks after the closing date.
- If you do not hear back in that time, your application was not successful.
If you are shortlisted, you must also send:
- Final Matric results
- Proof of university acceptance or registration
- Student number
- Official fee statement (if currently studying)
Why apply for the Armscor bursary?
This bursary can help you because it offers:
- Funding for scarce and high-demand qualifications
- Exposure to South Africa’s defence and engineering sector
- A strong start for a long-term career
- Support that pays for study costs and living costs
Armaments Corporation of South Africa (Armscor) bursaries 2026 are a good chance for strong students who want to build skills and support South Africa’s defence and technology work. Apply before 26 February 2026 and make sure all documents are included.