About The Organization
The Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (INSETA) is a South African organization that helps young people and workers gain skills and qualifications needed for jobs in the insurance and related industries. INSETA works with schools, colleges, universities, employers, and government to grow the number and quality of skilled workers in the insurance sector. It provides bursaries, learnerships, internships, and training programmes to support education and career growth.
About The Bursary Programme
The INSETA Bursary Programme (often called the Insurance Sector Student Fund (ISSF)) helps students pay for studies in insurance-related fields. The bursary can cover important education costs so you can focus on your qualification and future career.
📍 What The Bursary Covers
For unemployed students:
* Tuition fees
* Textbooks
* Accommodation
* Meals
* Technological support (e.g., laptop/data)
* Monthly allowance (where applicable)
For employed students:
Tuition fees and book allowance on a sliding scale.
📋 Eligibility Requirements – Who Qualifies
You can apply if you meet all of the following:
✔️ You are a South African citizen with a valid ID.
✔️ You have completed Matric (Grade 12) or are in your final year.
✔️ You are unemployed and between 18–35 years old, OR you are currently employed (no age limit).
✔️ You are registered or planning to register at a recognised South African tertiary institution (University, University of Technology, or TVET College).
✔️ You plan to study a qualification related to insurance or the financial services sector (e.g., actuarial science, risk management, accounting, financial planning, information technology related to insurance, business/management).
✔️ You are not already funded by another bursary
🚫 Who Should NOT Apply
You should NOT apply if:
❌ You are not a South African citizen.
❌ You are already fully funded by another bursary.
❌ You are not planning to study at a recognized tertiary institution.
❌ Your planned course is not related to the insurance or financial services sector.
📝 How To Apply For The Bursary
1. Visit the official INSETA bursary page online or find the ISSF bursary application form
2. Complete the application form carefully.
3. Submit the form and required documents (ID, Matric results, proof of registration/acceptance, financial needs documents) as instructed on the bursary advert or form.
4. Send your completed application by email or through the online portal if available.
📩 Application email (latest known): [bursariesforyouth@inseta.org.za]
You can often find the official application form and details on the INSETA website bursary page:
🔗 [https://inseta.org.za]
📅 Key Dates
Opening Date: Usually mid-year in preparation for the next academic year (e.g., around September).
Closing Date: Varies each year (for example, October/November 2025 for the next intake).
(Make sure to check the most recent advert or INSETA website for exact dates each year.)
📞 Bursary Contact Details:
📧 Email:[bursariesforyouth@inseta.org.za]
📞 Phone (general enquiries):+27 11 381 8900
📧 Worker programme enquiries (if applicable): [workerprogrammes@inseta.org.za]
