Are you a South African student with a passion for engineering, planning, or environmental management? The Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent (MISA) is offering bursaries for the 2026 academic year, and this could be the opportunity that changes your life.

Who Is MISA?

MISA is a government component accountable to the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta), established under Section 7(s)(c) Schedule 3 of the Public Service Act of 1994. Its core mission is to build the technical capacity of municipalities across South Africa, ensuring efficient infrastructure planning, delivery, operations, and maintenance. By investing in young talent today, MISA is building the pipeline of Built Environment professionals that local government desperately needs tomorrow.

Fields of Study Covered

MISA is inviting applications across five critical disciplines. Civil Engineering bursaries are available at universities and universities of technology, with 20 slots in total. Electrical Engineering offers 25 bursary opportunities, including five spots at TVET Colleges. Project and Construction Management has five available bursaries, while Urban and Regional Planning/Town and Regional Planning offers 15 opportunities. Environmental Management rounds off the list with five bursary slots available at universities.

Who Can Apply?

While the bursary is open to all qualifying South African students, MISA gives preference to candidates from rural areas and households with a combined annual income of below R600 000. MISA is an equal opportunity employer, and youth from previously disadvantaged backgrounds, as well as people living with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You Need to Apply

Applicants must submit a certified copy of their South African ID, a certified copy of their Matric/Grade 12 certificate, and certified copies of their most recent academic records. Continuing students must include last year’s tertiary results. You will also need proof of registration or enrolment on your institution’s letterhead, proof of residence, and financial proof of household income — either an affidavit, parents’ pay slips, or an affidavit for unemployed parents. A financial statement from your institution of higher learning is also required.

How to Apply

Application forms are available for download at www.misa.gov.za or can be requested via email at CB.bursaries2026@misa.gov.za. All documents must be compiled into a single PDF and submitted to the same email address, clearly quoting your relevant discipline. Address your application to Ms. Nobuhle Latha or Ms. Thulisile Mosoeu.

For enquiries, call Ms. Nobuhle Latha on 012 848 5529 or Ms. Thulisile Mosoeu on 012 848 5515.

Application Closing Date: 07 March 2026 at 23:59 PM

Late, faxed, hand-delivered, or postal applications will not be accepted. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Don’t miss this chance — apply today and build the South Africa of tomorrow.