Seriti Bursary 2026

About Seriti

Seriti is a 91% black-owned South African mining company, co-owned by Community Investment Holdings (CIH), Thebe Investments, Zungu Investments (Zico) and Masimong Group.

The company employs over 3,000 permanent employees and 3,000 contractors and operates three major coal mines: New Vaal, New Denmark and Kriel.

Seriti is committed to transformation, skills development and empowering local communities through education, training and sustainable mining practices.

Fields Covered

Seriti is inviting applications for Degree or Diploma studies (NQF Level 7) within the following fields:

• Electrical Engineering
• Environmental Studies
• Geology
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mine Surveying
• Mining Engineering
• Ventilation & Occupational Hygiene Engineering (VOHE)

Expenses Covered

The Seriti bursary provides comprehensive financial support, which includes:

• Tuition and registration fees
• Prescribed books allowance
• Accommodation
• Meals
• Monthly pocket money
• Once-off laptop allowance

Please note: The bursary does not cover failed modules from previous academic years or outstanding tuition fees.

Bursary recipients will participate in vacation work during their studies and will be required to fulfil a work-back obligation after graduation, subject to business needs.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet all of the following minimum criteria:

• Must be a South African citizen
• Must have completed Matric
• Must be studying full-time towards an approved qualification
• Must be entering 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study in 2026 (or Honours for Geology/Environmental students)
• First-year students are not eligible
• Must be registered at a recognised South African Higher Education Institution
• Minimum overall academic average of 60%
• Must not be receiving any other bursary or sponsorship
• Basic understanding of mining legislation, including the Mine Health and Safety Act
• Preference given to students from Seriti local communities

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via the official Seriti recruitment portal:

🔗 Seriti Bursary Application 2026
Reference number: VAR121/25GS

Required Supporting Documents

• Certified copy of ID document
• Certified copy of Matric certificate
• Certified full academic record
• Proof of tertiary registration for 2026
• Brief Curriculum Vitae (PDF format)
• Proof of residence

All documents must be certified within the last 3 months. Incomplete applications may be disqualified.

Closing Date

22 December 2025
Late applications will not be accepted.

Contact Details

For bursary-related enquiries, contact Seriti:

• Tel: 011 047 7000
• Email: info@seritiza.com
• Contact page: https://seritiza.com/contact/

Please do not contact Seriti if the bursary has already closed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who can apply for the Seriti Bursary 2026?

South African students in their 2nd, 3rd, 4th year or Honours (Geology/Environmental) studying approved mining-related fields.

2. Does the bursary fund first-year students?

No. First-year students are not eligible for this bursary.

3. What does the bursary cover?

Tuition, accommodation, meals, books, pocket money and a once-off laptop allowance.

4. Is a work-back obligation required?

Yes. Successful bursars will be required to complete vacation work and a work-back period after graduation.

5. When will applicants receive feedback?

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 30 days after the closing date.