Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursary 2027: Law Student Financial Aid
The Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund (LPFF) is offering bursaries for the 2027 academic year to South African law students. This opportunity aims to support undergraduate and postgraduate students pursuing law degrees at recognised public universities. Applications are open to those who meet specific academic and residency requirements, with a focus on tuition fee support.
Application Closing Date: 15 August 2026
Location: Recognised public universities in South Africa
Programme Duration: Not specified
Stipend: Covers tuition fees only
Minimum Qualification: LLB, BCom Law, BA Law (undergraduate); LLB (postgraduate)
Opportunity Type: Bursary
About the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursary
The Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursary Programme is designed to assist law students in South Africa with their studies. It provides financial aid specifically for tuition fees, helping to ease the burden of higher education costs. The bursary is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes at approved public universities across the country.
This bursary supports students who are committed to a career in law and are studying towards qualifications like the Bachelor of Laws (LLB), or related degrees such as BCom Law and BA Law, with the intention of completing an LLB. It also extends to postgraduate law studies for those who meet professional and employment criteria. The programme aims to foster legal talent and ensure that financial constraints do not prevent deserving students from completing their education.
About the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund
The Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund, formerly known as the Attorneys Fidelity Fund, is a statutory body established under the Legal Practice Act. Its main role is to protect the public from financial losses that may occur if a legal practitioner misuses money or property held in trust. Beyond its protective function, the LPFF also contributes to the legal profession by supporting initiatives such as law bursaries, legal education, and regulatory funding.
Fields of Study Covered
The LPFF Bursary specifically supports students enrolled in law programmes. Qualifying fields of study include:
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
- BCom Law, where the student plans to pursue an LLB
- BA Law, where the student plans to pursue an LLB
- Postgraduate law studies for eligible professionals
It is important to note that the bursary does not fund first-year LLB students. Students in extended LLB programmes may be eligible if they meet the specific year-of-study requirements.
What the LPFF Bursary Covers
The bursary offers financial assistance primarily for tuition fees. This means that the funds are allocated directly towards the cost of your university studies.
The bursary does not cover other essential expenses such as accommodation, meals, books, transport, or general living costs. Applicants will need to make separate arrangements for these expenses.
Programme Duration and Location
The bursary is intended for students studying at recognised and accredited public universities within South Africa. The duration of the bursary support is not explicitly stated and will likely depend on the student’s progress and the specific programme of study. Applicants must ensure their chosen institution is a public university.
Undergraduate Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the undergraduate bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
- Be studying at a recognised public university in South Africa.
- Be entering their second or third year of an LLB programme, or the final two years of an LLB after completing a BA Law or BCom Law degree.
- Be in the third year of an extended LLB programme and entering their fourth or fifth year.
- Have achieved at least a 50% average in their most recent academic results.
- Agree to abide by the bursary rules.
First-year LLB students are not eligible.
Postgraduate Eligibility Requirements
Postgraduate applicants must meet these requirements:
- Be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
- Have already completed an LLB qualification.
- Have achieved at least a 50% average in their latest academic results.
- Be studying at a recognised public university in South Africa.
- Be currently practising as an attorney or candidate attorney, or be employed by a legal practising firm.
Postgraduate applicants employed by state entities are not eligible for this funding.
Academic Requirements
A strong academic record is essential for bursary consideration. Applicants must demonstrate a consistent performance by achieving a minimum average of 50% in their latest academic results. This average should be clearly reflected in the submitted academic transcript, which must detail completed subjects, marks obtained, qualification title, current academic level, university name, and academic progress.
Citizenship and Permanent Residence
The bursary is open to individuals who hold South African citizenship or permanent resident status. If applying as a permanent resident, applicants must provide certified documentation as proof of their status.
Public University Requirement
A key requirement is that applicants must be enrolled at a recognised and accredited public university in South Africa. The LPFF does not specify whether studies at private higher education institutions are eligible for this bursary.
Required Supporting Documents
Applicants must prepare and upload clear copies of the following documents:
- A recent digital photograph.
- A certified copy of your South African identity document or passport.
- Certified proof of permanent residence, if applicable.
- Your latest academic transcript.
- A university testimonial letter.
- Proof of employment or your latest payslip, if applicable for postgraduate applicants.
Ensure all documents are legible and correctly certified where required.
University Testimonial Letter
You will need to obtain a testimonial letter from your university. This letter should ideally confirm your name, student number, qualification, current year of study, academic standing, registration status, and general conduct or suitability as determined by the institution. It is advisable to request this document well in advance of the closing date.
Employment Documents for Postgraduate Applicants
If you are applying for postgraduate funding and are a practising attorney or candidate attorney, you may need to submit:
- Proof of employment.
- Your most recent payslip.
- Confirmation of employment at a legal practising firm.
Application Portal Requirements
To apply online, you will need:
- A South African identity number or passport number.
- A valid cellphone number.
- A valid email address.
- Clear electronic copies of all supporting documents.
The application can be completed using a mobile phone, tablet, or computer. You can save your progress and return to your application later.
How to Apply for the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursary 2027
Applications must be submitted online via the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursary Application Portal.
Click here to apply for the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund Bursary 2027
Follow these steps to apply:
- Access the LPFF student portal.
- Register a new profile or log in to your existing account.
- Select the appropriate bursary application.
- Fill in all required personal and academic details accurately.
- Enter the correct university and qualification information.
- Upload all necessary supporting documents.
- Read and understand the bursary rules.
- Confirm that all entered information is correct.
- Submit your application before midnight on 15 August 2026.
- Keep track of your application status through your LPFF Student Profile.
Bursary Application Closing Date
The deadline for submitting applications is 15 August 2026 at midnight. Late applications will not be considered. It is recommended to submit your application well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues or problems with document uploads.
Bursary Enquiries
For questions regarding LLB and LLM bursaries, you can contact:
Email: [email protected]
For technical assistance with the online application portal, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Important Application Checklist
Before submitting your application, please confirm:
- You are a South African citizen or permanent resident.
- You are studying at a recognised public university.
- You meet the specific undergraduate or postgraduate criteria.
- You have achieved at least a 50% academic average.
- You are not a first-year LLB student.
- Your digital photograph is attached.
- Your ID or passport is certified.
- Proof of permanent residence is attached, if applicable.
- Your latest academic transcript is included.
- Your university testimonial letter is attached.
- Proof of employment or payslip is included, if applicable.
- Your contact details are correct.
- Your application is fully submitted by the deadline.
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