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title: "Funza Lushaka Bursary Programme – Re-application"
description: "**General Information** - The FLBP online**re-applications open on 1 October 2026** and **close on 30 November 2026**. - **It is compulsory that all re-applications must be done through the**[**e-services**](https://www.eservices.gov.za/)**Government Portal.** - **Re-applying doesn’t guarantee re-award**. Each year, the committee will re-assess…"
url: "https://learn.ecubed-dbe.org/docs/funza-lushaka-bursary-programme-re-application/"
updated: "2026-06-03"
category: Funza Lushaka
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# Funza Lushaka Bursary Programme – Re-application

**General Information**

- The FLBP online**re-applications open on 1 October 2026** and **close on 30 November 2026**.
- **It is compulsory that all re-applications must be done through the**[**e-services**](https://www.eservices.gov.za/)**Government Portal.**
- **Re-applying doesn’t guarantee re-award**. Each year, the committee will re-assess applications and make selections; You must **continue to meet FLBP and university requirements** to be considered for re-award.
- **Selection happens after university registration closes**, and only registered students are considered.
- The selection panel includes **DBE, Provincial Education Departments, and university officials**.
- FLBP bursaries are awarded **based on the provinces’ priority subject needs**, identified through demand and supply analysis.
- For updates, please **check with the coordinator** at your university — they’ll have the latest info.
- Remember: **apply before the closing date** to avoid missing out!
- For payments (allowances, books, accommodation, etc.), **contact your FLBP school administrator at your university first** — they’ll help before escalating to the DBE.

**Placement**

- **Placement is handled by each province.**
- All graduates teaching priority subjects — whether FLBP-funded or not — are considered, as part of the sector’s **Employment Equity and Equal Employment Opportunity initiatives**.

We appreciate your commitment to the teaching profession! The **FLBP online re-application period** runs from **1 October to 30 November 2026**.