Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursaries 2027

The Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund invites eligible South African law students to apply for the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.

Bursary Application Closing Date: 15 August 2026 at midnight

Bursary Location: Recognised public universities in South Africa

The Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursary is available to qualifying undergraduate and postgraduate law students studying at recognised public universities in South Africa.

The bursary provides financial assistance for tuition fees only. Applicants must meet the academic, citizenship, study-level and institutional requirements for their selected bursary category.

Applications must be submitted online through the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund student portal before midnight on 15 August 2026.

Bursary provider: Legal Practitioners Fidelity FundAbbreviation: LPFFAcademic year: 2027Primary field of study: LawInstitution requirement: Recognised South African public universityExpenses covered: Tuition fees onlyApplication method: OnlineClosing date: 15 August 2026 at midnight

The Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund, previously known as the Attorneys Fidelity Fund, is a statutory fidelity guarantee fund established under the Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014.

Its primary purpose is to protect members of the public who suffer financial loss when money or property held in trust by a legal practitioner is stolen or misappropriated.

The Fund also supports the legal profession through initiatives that include:

The bursary supports eligible students pursuing studies in the Law field.

BCom Law, where the student intends to transfer to an LLB programme

BA Law, where the student intends to transfer to an LLB programme

Postgraduate law studies for applicants who meet the applicable professional and employment requirements

The bursary does not fund first-year LLB students.

The bursary provides funding for:

Other study-related expenses not included under tuition

Applicants should make separate arrangements for costs not covered by the bursary.

Be South African citizens or permanent residents.

Study at a recognised and accredited public university in South Africa.

Meet the applicable LLB study-level requirements.

Have achieved at least a 50% average in their latest academic results.

Read and agree to the bursary rules.

Applicants must also fall within one of the following study categories:

Be studying towards an LLB in the second or third year and entering the third or fourth year.

Have completed a BA Law or BCom Law degree and be transferring into the final two years of an LLB programme.

Be in the third year of an extended LLB programme and entering the fourth or fifth year.

First-year LLB students are not eligible for funding under the stated criteria.

Have completed an LLB qualification.

Study at a recognised public university in South Africa.

Be practising attorneys or candidate attorneys.

Be employed by a legal practising firm.

Students employed by state entities are not eligible for postgraduate funding under the stated requirements.

Applicants must have achieved a minimum average of:

50% in their latest academic results

Applicants should submit a complete and current academic transcript showing:

Meeting the minimum average does not automatically guarantee that a bursary will be awarded.

South African permanent residents

Applicants relying on permanent-resident status must provide certified proof of permanent residence.

Applicants must be studying at a recognised and accredited public university in South Africa.

The supplied information does not indicate that private higher-education institutions are eligible.

Applicants should ensure that the institution and qualification details entered on the online portal are accurate.

Applicants must upload clear copies of the following documents:

A certified copy of the applicant’s South African identity document or passport.

Certified proof of permanent residence, where applicable.

The latest academic transcript.

A university testimonial letter.

Proof of employment or the latest payslip, where applicable.

Incomplete applications may be disqualified.

Applicants must include a testimonial letter from their university.

The letter should preferably confirm relevant information such as:

Conduct or suitability, where included by the institution.

Applicants should request this document early to avoid delays before the closing date.

Postgraduate applicants who are practising attorneys or candidate attorneys may be required to provide:

Confirmation that they are employed at a legal practising firm.

Any other professional information requested through the portal.

Applicants employed by state entities do not meet the stated postgraduate eligibility requirements.

A South African identity number or passport number.

Clear electronic copies of all supporting documents.

Applications can be completed using:

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As a bursary recipient, your responsibilities will include maintaining the minimum academic performance standards and attending all lectures and tutorials as required. Submitting academic progress reports to the bursary provider at specified intervals and participating in any vacation work placements or mentorship programmes is required.

• Undergraduate applicants must:
• Be South African citizens or permanent residents.
• Study at a recognised and accredited public university in South Africa.
• Meet the applicable LLB study-level requirements.
• Have achieved at least a 50% average in their latest academic results.
• Read and agree to the bursary rules.
• Applicants must also fall within one of the following study categories:
• Be studying towards an LLB in the second or third year and entering the third or fourth year.
• Have completed a BA Law or BCom Law degree and be transferring into the final two years of an LLB programme.
• Be in the third year of an extended LLB programme and entering the fourth or fifth year.
• First-year LLB students are not eligible for funding under the stated criteria.

This opportunity was sourced from StudentRoom. Always verify final requirements and deadlines on the official source before applying.

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Applications must be submitted online through the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursary Application Portal. Click here to apply for the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursary 2027 Applicants should: Open the LPFF student portal. Register a new profile or sign in. Select the relevant bursary application. Complete all compulsory personal and academic information. Enter the correct university and qualification details. Upload all required supporting documents. Review the bursary rules. Confirm that all information is accurate. Submit the application before midnight on 15 August 2026. Track the application through the LPFF Student Profile.

Email application: ict.helpdesk@fidfund.co.za, LLBbursary@fidfund.co.za

This bursary is offered by Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursaries.