ABOUT THE BURSARY
The Compensation Fund (COID) Bursary 2026 is open for unemployed beneficiaries with permanent disabilities, their dependents, and dependents of fatally injured employees. The bursary provides comprehensive funding for tuition, accommodation, and study materials for study at public universities, TVET, or CET colleges. Apply by 31 March 2026.
ELIBILITY CRITERIA

• Target Group: Unemployed COID beneficiaries with permanent disabilities (PWD), their dependents, or dependents of fatally injured employees.
• Citizenship: South African citizens.
• Academic: Enrolled or intended to enroll at a public TVET college, CET college, or Higher Education Institution (HEI).
• Requirement: A valid COID Pension or Claim number is mandatory.

BURSARY COVERAGE
The 2026 bursary is comprehensive and covers:

• Full tuition fees.
• Accommodation.
• Study materials/textbooks.
• A monthly stipend.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications should be submitted using the official 2026 application form.

• Email: CFexternalbursaries@labour.gov.za (use “COID Bursary 2026” in the subject line).
• Hand Delivery: Compensation House, Cnr. Hamilton and Soutpansberg Rd, Prinshof, Pretoria.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Completed application form.
• Certified ID copies of the applicant and parent/guardian.
• Proof of residence.
• COID Pension/Claim number.
• Medical report confirming permanent disability (for injured workers).
• Proof of acceptance/registration from a public institution.

Application Deadline: While applications are open during the academic year, the deadline is generally 31 March 2026.