TCTA (Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority) Bursary

Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority (TCTA), situated in Centurion, is a state-owned entity for bulk water supply development. The company’s goal is to be a market leader for the supply of sustainable water and to facilitate water security (by the means of planning, financing and implementing the process of raw water infrastructure) in their region.

The company was first established in order to become a purpose vehicle to carry out the Lesotho Highlands Water Project. Services carried out by the company include: Project Design, Project Management, Treasury Management, Knowledge Management, Debt Management, Bulk raw water infrastructure implementation, Structuring and raising Project Finance.

Some of TCTA’s flagship projects include: the Lesotho Highlands Water Project; the Metsi Bophelo Borehole Project; the Vaal River Eastern Subsystem; the Olifants River Water Resources Development Project; Berg Water Project in Franschhoek; the Komati Water Scheme Augmentation Project; the Mooi-Mgeni Transfer Scheme; the Mokolo Dam and the Acid Mine Drainage.

Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority (TCTA) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2025 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to academically deserving students, from previously disadvantaged backgrounds, for studies towards the following undergraduate degree qualifications:

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the TCTA Bursary.

You must represent the bursary programme positively in your professional conduct and fulfill any work-back obligations specified in your bursary contract after graduating. As a bursary recipient, your responsibilities will include maintaining the minimum academic performance standards and attending all lectures and tutorials as required.

• Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
• You must be a South African citizen
• You must be under 35 years old
• You must be currently in Matric (in 2024) or have completed Matric with a University entrance
• You must have achieved a minimum result of 60% for English, Science and Mathematics in Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying full time towards one of the undergraduate degree qualifications listed above
• You must be studying or accepted to study at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• You must have achieved a minimum result of 65% for all major subjects, if currently studying
• You must be from a previously disadvantaged background
• You must have a total household income of less than R350 000 per annum (before tax)
• You must NOT be receiving any other bursary or sponsorship funding
• You must NOT be a child/ close relative of a TCTA employee

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

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Students should follow these steps to apply: Step 1: Complete the TCTA Bursary Application Form 2025 Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the TCTA bursary. Step 2: Submit your completed application form from step 1 (you should have received this via email), along with your academic record. Submit your documents via email to: bursaries@tcta.co.za (Insert the words “TCTA Bursary 2025” in the email subject line). Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit additional supporting documents, which may include but are not limited to: certified copies of your ID document, matric certificate, proof of university registration and proof of household income.

This bursary is offered by TCTA (Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority).