Old Mutual invites exceptional South African learners to apply for the Chartered Accounting Bursary Programme 2026, offering full financial and career support throughout your academic journey and beyond.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 30 September 2025
Study Locations: Hybrid (Pinelands or Johannesburg-based support)
Programme Location: SAICA-accredited universities across South Africa
About the Bursary Programme
Old Mutual’s Chartered Accounting Bursary supports high-achieving learners committed to pursuing a career in Chartered Accounting. The programme includes full financial support, vacation work, networking opportunities, personal development, and guaranteed employment through the Old Mutual Chartered Accounting Training (OMCAT) Programme after graduation.
What the Bursary Covers
- Full tuition fees
- Study materials, meals, accommodation in residence
- Return flights home (if studying away from hometown)
- Ongoing financial and academic support
- Performance incentives for top-performing students
- Vacation work, mentorship, and networking opportunities
- Employment placement after graduation
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Have at least:
- 70% for Mathematics
- 60% for English Home Language or 70% for English First Additional Language
- Be accepted or conditionally accepted to one of the following SAICA-accredited institutions:
- Nelson Mandela University
- North-West University
- Rhodes University
- Stellenbosch University
- University of Cape Town
- University of Fort Hare
- University of Johannesburg
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- University of Pretoria
- University of South Africa
- University of the Free State
- University of the Western Cape
- University of the Witwatersrand
- Milpark Business School
- Be committed to joining the OMCAT Programme
Required Documents
Prepare the following for upload:
- One-page CV
- Completed Bursary Motivation Form
- Grade 10–12 school reports
- Matric certificate (if available)
- University acceptance/conditional acceptance letter (if available)
- Full academic transcript (for university students only)
- Certified copy of your ID
Parental/guardian consent is required if you are under 18.
Preference is given to previously disadvantaged individuals, under-represented groups, and candidates with financial need.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for the Old Mutual Chartered Accounting Bursary 2026
Visit: www.oldmutual.co.za/careers/accounting-bursary
📧 Need help? Email: earlycareers@oldmutual.com
Deadline: 30 September 2025
If you haven’t heard by 30 November 2025, consider your application unsuccessful.
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