About the Public Investment Corporation (PIC)

The Public Investment Corporation SOC Limited is a leading asset management firm wholly owned by the South African government, represented by the Minister of Finance. The PIC manages investments for public sector entities, including the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF), and plays a vital role in driving South Africa’s economic growth through responsible investment and transformation initiatives.

Through its bursary programme, the PIC aims to empower bright young South Africans by providing access to tertiary education in fields that are essential to the financial and investment sectors.

Fields of Study Covered

The bursary is available for full-time undergraduate studies in the following fields:

• Accounting & Accounting Science (CA stream)
• Actuarial Science
• Applied Development Economics
• Cost and Management Accounting
• Computer Science
• Economics and Mathematical Science
• Finance / Financial Management
• Information Management / Systems / Technology
• Internal Auditing
• Investment Management
• Human Resource Management
• Quantitative Finance
• Mathematical Statistics
• Research
• Risk Management
• Law (LLB)

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered:

• Be a South African citizen
• Be currently unemployed
• Demonstrate financial need and academic excellence
• Be studying or intend to study full-time towards an undergraduate qualification in one of the approved fields listed above

Required documents:

• Certified copy of South African ID
• Mid-year (2025) results or latest academic results
• Matric certificate (if completed)
• Proof of parents’ or guardians’ household income

How to Apply

1. Visit the PIC bursary webpage to download the application form.
2. Complete the form in full and attach all the required documents listed above.
3. Send your completed application and supporting documents via email to: bursaryapplications@pic.gov.za.