Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services SETA (MerSETA)
SeasonalMerSETA Discretionary Grant (DG) 2026/27
Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official source before applying.
Funding amount
Amount varies by project scope
Annual discretionary grant funding for skills development, learnerships, apprenticeships, and workplace-based learning in manufacturing, engineering, and related sectors. Funding windows open annually.
Who qualifies
Annual discretionary grant. For 2026/27: Windows 1 & 2 (levy-paying and non-levy/SMME) closed 13 July 2026. Window 7 (SDPs and assessment centres) closes 17 August 2026. Next full cycle opens approximately April 2027. Apply via NSDMS: https://nsdms.merseta.org.za/
What to prepare
Have these ready before you apply.
- Skills Development Facilitator appointment letter
- Workplace Skills Plan (WSP)
- Annual Training Report (ATR)
- CIPC registration
- SARS tax compliance certificate
- Letter of good standing with MerSETA
Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official source before applying.