2027 Astron Energy Bursary: Who Can Apply and How to Apply Before 26 October

The 2027 Astron Energy Bursary is open for applications and closes on Monday, 26 October 2026 at 12 midday. The full-cost bursary is for South African citizens under 35 who are studying, or about to study, full-time in selected fields: engineering, IT, finance and related areas. Applications are made online through the official portal.

The deadline is less than two weeks away, so gather your documents now. Incomplete applications will be disregarded, according to the official page.

Last checked against the official application page on 11 October 2026. Details can change, so confirm them on the portal before you submit.

2027 Astron Energy Bursary at a glance

• Bursary: 2027 Astron Energy Bursary
• Sponsor: Astron Energy
• Funding year: 2027 academic year
• Closing date: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 12 midday
• Type of funding: Full-cost bursary
• Study level: Diploma, Advanced Diploma, degree, Master’s and similar full-time qualifications
• Where you can study: Any tertiary institution registered with DHET and SAQA, including private and community colleges and TVET colleges
• Outcome notice: If you have not heard back by 31 January 2027, consider your application unsuccessful
• Official application link: aebursary.auraams.app

What is the Astron Energy Bursary?

Astron Energy is a petroleum products supplier in Southern Africa. Its bursary scheme forms part of its commitment to skills development and socio-economic transformation. According to the official page, Astron Energy has more than 800 service stations, runs the Cape Town crude oil refinery and owns a lubricant manufacturing plant in Durban.

What does the bursary cover?

The official page describes the sponsorship as a full-cost bursary. It lists the following benefits:

• Full funding to attend any registered higher education institution
• Tuition fees, textbooks and accommodation
• Food and monthly allowances
• Ongoing psycho-social support
• Light-touch mentorship to build personal and professional skills
• A Work Readiness Programme
• Academic support in the form of private tutoring

Not confirmed: The page does not state the number of bursaries available, the rand value of the monthly allowance or the length of the funding period. Do not rely on figures from other websites.

Who can apply? Eligibility requirements

You must meet all of these requirements, as listed on the official page:

1. You are under 35 years of age.
2. You are a South African citizen.
3. You are pursuing a full-time qualification (Diploma, Advanced Diploma, degree, Master’s and so on).
4. You are pursuing this qualification level for the first time. You cannot be repeating a degree or honours, for example.
5. You are studying, or intend to study, at a tertiary institution registered with DHET and SAQA.
6. Your average for the last full academic year is 70% or higher.

Qualifying fields of study

• Engineering: Mechanical, Chemical and Electrical. The page says it must be a BSc or BEng, not a B-Tech.
• IT: Information Technology and Computer Science
• Finance: Accounting, General Finance and Commerce
• Internal Audit
• Risk Management
• Marketing
• Financial Information Systems
• Data Analytics

Important obligations and conditions

• Work-back: You must work back every year of funding. If you do not, you may have to refund the benefits you received, plus interest.
• Full-time study: Anyone later found not to be studying full-time, or found to have paid employment, will have their bursary contract or offer terminated. They must also refund all benefits paid.
• Registration first: For shortlisted applicants, the bursary is awarded only after you have registered. You need funds to register at the start of the year.
• Contract: Successful applicants must sign an agreement provided by the sponsor. Terms and conditions apply.

Not confirmed: The page does not state how many years you must work back or where you will be placed. Read the contract carefully before you sign.

Documents you need to apply

All certified documents must be less than three months old. Where one submission has several documents, combine or scan them into a single file.

All applicants

• Certified copy of a valid South African ID
• A 1–2 page motivation statement explaining why you should be selected
• Recent certified copy of your parent’s or guardian’s SA ID, or a death certificate if the parent or guardian is deceased
• A comprehensive CV covering your work experience and background

Current tertiary students (enrolled in 2026)

• Certified full tertiary academic records for all years of study, even across several institutions
• Certified copy of your latest (June 2026) official academic transcript or institution report
• Certified copy of your valid matric certificate
• 2026 official fee statements, plus your lease agreement if you live off campus
• Certified copy of your 2026 proof of registration

For the academic records, transcript and proof of registration, the page allows a police affidavit explaining why the student was not studying.

Scholars in matric, or in a gap year after matric

• Certified Grade 11 final year-end report with the official school stamp
• Certified Grade 12 Term 2 report with the official school stamp

Tertiary gap-year students (enrolled before 2027)

• Certified copy of your valid matric certificate
• If applicable, your latest certified official academic transcript(s), or a police affidavit explaining why you were not studying

Master’s and PhD applicants

• A recommendation letter from your supervisor (compulsory)

Optional documents, if applicable

• Your agreement, letter or offer if another bursary or NSFAS funds you
• A Department of Labour EEA1 form and a doctor’s letter, if you have a disability
• A 2027 acceptance letter, even a provisional one, from an accredited institution

If you are shortlisted

• Certified copy of your valid matric certificate
• Your 2027 proof of registration

Applicants under 18

You need a consent form signed by your parent or legal guardian, plus a certified copy of their proof of identity. The official page provides a guardian consent form to download.

How to apply for the 2027 Astron Energy Bursary: step by step

1. Check your eligibility. Confirm your age, citizenship, field of study, full-time status, and 70% average.
2. Get your documents certified. Certification must be less than three months old, so allow time at a police station or a commissioner of oaths.
3. Prepare your motivation and CV. Keep the motivation to 1–2 pages and make it specific to you.
4. Scan and combine files. Merge multi-page submissions into one file per item.
5. Open the official portal. Use the official 2027 Astron Energy Bursary page and click How to Apply.
6. Complete the form accurately. The page warns that incomplete applications and misrepresentations are disregarded immediately.
7. Upload every required document. Submit before 12 midday on 26 October 2026.
8. Track your application. The portal has Continue Existing Application and Track Completed Application options.

Tip: Do not wait for the last morning. Portals can slow down near deadlines, and the cut-off is midday, not midnight.

What happens after you apply?

Shortlisted applicants are provisionally accepted. They must then provide their matric certificate and 2027 proof of registration, and the bursary is awarded only after registration. If you have not heard back by 31 January 2027, the official page says to treat your application as unsuccessful.

Practical tips for a stronger application

These are general suggestions, not official requirements:

• Match your motivation to your field and explain what you plan to do with your qualification.
• Check that every document is readable and certified within the last three months.
• Mention funding or financial circumstances honestly in your motivation, and attach any other bursary or NSFAS letter if it applies to you.
• Ask a lecturer early for the supervisor letter if you are a Master’s or PhD applicant.

Contact and official sources

The portal footer lists support@excelatuni.com as the contact address. It states that the AURA AMS platform is provided by ExcelAtUni (Pty) Ltd, with offices at Bandwidth Barn, Woodstock, Cape Town. For company information, visit Astron Energy.

Frequently asked questions

When does the 2027 Astron Energy Bursary close?

It closes on Monday, 26 October 2026 at 12 midday.

Who can apply for the Astron Energy Bursary?

South African citizens under 35 who are pursuing a first-time, full-time qualification in an eligible field at a DHET- and SAQA-registered institution, with an average of 70% or more for the last full academic year.

What does the bursary cover?

It is a full-cost bursary covering tuition, textbooks, accommodation, food and monthly allowances. It also includes psycho-social support, mentorship, a Work Readiness Programme and private tutoring.

Can I apply if I study at a TVET or private college?

Yes, if the institution is registered with DHET and SAQA. The official page says this includes private and community colleges and TVET colleges. The qualification must still fall within the listed fields.

Is a B-Tech engineering qualification accepted?

No. The official page says engineering applicants must be studying a BSc or BEng, not a B-Tech.

Can Grade 12 learners apply?

The page lists documents for scholars in matric and for gap-year students after matric. You must still meet every eligibility criterion, including the 70% average.

Do I have to work for Astron Energy after graduating?

The page says you must work back every year of funding, or you may have to refund the benefits plus interest. It does not state the details, so read your contract carefully.

What if I don’t hear back?

If you have not heard back by 31 January 2027, consider your application unsuccessful, according to the official page.

Bottom line

The 2027 Astron Energy Bursary is a full-cost opportunity for high-achieving South African students in engineering, IT, finance and related fields. Check the requirements, get your certified documents ready, and apply on the official portal before 12 midday on 26 October 2026.

SETA News is not affiliated with Astron Energy or ExcelAtUni. Always apply through the official portal and never pay anyone to submit or “secure” a bursary application.