• The applicant must be employed in the private security sector or be a legal child of someone registered with PSIRA as a security officer
• Both parent and applicant must be South African citizens
• Applicant must be aged between 19 and 35
• Applicant must have completed Grade 12 and be enrolled in an accredited institution for the 2026 academic year
• Applications are accepted from all South African provinces
• Postgraduate qualifications are not funded

Financial Aid Details:

• TVET Certificates: Up to R25,000 per year (VAT inclusive)
• Undergraduate Degrees/Diplomas: Up to R45,000 per year (VAT inclusive)
• Duration: Covers tuition fees for one academic year (2026), renewable based on performance and funding availability
• Applicants previously funded must submit current academic results and an outstanding balance statement
• Only tuition fees are covered; no allowances for accommodation or books are specified