##### Godfrey Pitje Tertiary Assistance Fund (GPTAF)

The Executive Mayor’s discretionary bursary

##### Godfrey Pitje Tertiary Assistance Fund (GPTAF)

The Executive Mayor’s discretionary bursary

##### Godfrey Pitje Tertiary Assistance Fund (GPTAF)

The Executive Mayor’s discretionary bursary

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- ##### Login and Complete the Form

  Login or register on the GPTAF
  Bursary Application platform.
  Fill out all required fields in the application form

- ##### Attach Documents and Agree to Terms

  Follow the step-by-step process displayed on the platform. Attach the necessary documents and check the disclaimer box

- ##### Save and Submit

  Click "Save & Apply" to save your progress. You will receive a confirmation email with a reference number for your application.

##### Career-Based

For students planning to pursue careers in high-demand fields that align with municipal growth and development strategies, like Aerotropolis.
Must match the National Scarce Skills List as published by the Department of Higher Education and Training.

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##### Merit-Based

For students with an average academic pass rate of 65% or higher.
Priority is given to students excelling in critical subjects like Maths and Science (for Matriculants) or major courses (for University Students).

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##### Student/Needs-Based

For students whose family income is below R120,000 per year.
Includes students who qualify based on principles of redress and equity, with preference for young women and youth with disabilities.
Verification is done through the formal Indigent Register of the council.

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##### TVET-Specific

In support of the National initiative for the "Decade of the Artisans," and partnerships with TVET colleges.
Preference is given to students studying at a TVET college.

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The Godfrey Pitje Tertiary Assistance Fund (GPTAF) is the Executive Mayor’s discretionary bursary awarded by the Executive Mayor to residents of the City of Ekurhuleni. Consideration has been given to students who are financially needy, to those who are planning to pursue specific fields of study in high-need areas that respond to the municipalities’ Growth and Development Strategies and lastly consideration has been given to students who have excelled academically, artistically, and in sports. Preferences is given to those students who wish to study at TVET colleges in Ekurhuleni, and who achieve an average pass rate of over 65% in critical subjects such as Maths and Science..

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