How To Submit Zimbabwe 2026/2027 Presidential Scholarship Applications

Application Requirements & Eligibility

1. Undergraduates:

• Should have a minimum of ten (10) points at ‘A’ Level in subjects relevant to the chosen degree programme.

• Must be 25 years of age or below by 31 January 2027.

2. Undergraduates for Science and Technology:

• Should have either an A or B grade in a relevant ‘A’ Level Science subject.

3. Masters and PhDs:

• Must have at least an Upper Second-Class Degree classification in the relevant field.

• Masters applicants should be below 35 years of age by 31 January 2027.

• PhD applicants should be below 40 years of age by 31 January 2027.

Documents Required for Registration

Interested candidates should present the following:

1. A COPY of the bio-data page of a VALID PASSPORT or PROOF OF AN APPLICATION for a passport.

2. An Application letter specifying the preferred Undergraduate or Post-graduate degree programme. Give at least 5 suitable program choices.

3. A Motivation letter (giving the applicant’s background and justification for nomination).

4. Two reference letters, each from different persons or institutions.

5. Copies of CERTIFIED ‘A’ Level and ‘O’ Level Results Slips or Certificates.

6. Copies of CERTIFIED Degree Certificates and Transcripts (for Masters/PhD applicants) and confirmation of results from respective Universities.

7. Copies of CERTIFIED Birth and I.D. Certificates.

8. A detailed Curriculum Vitae, showing the District of origin (as per Birth Certificate/National ID) and at least three functioning contact phone/cell numbers.

9. Registration documents that meet the deadline are valid until 31 January 2027.

Submission Instructions & Address

ALL REGISTRATION APPLICATIONS SHOULD STRICTLY BE ADDRESSED TO:

The Executive Director
Presidential and National Scholarships Department
Office of the President and Cabinet,
10th Floor, Compensation Building,
4th Street and Central Avenue, Harare, Zimbabwe

Submission Methods:

• By Mail/Courier: Applications may be submitted through courier services or registered mail. The last day for sending mail is 21 February 2026.

• In Person (Physical): Applications are to be submitted in person from 23 February 2026 to 27 February 2026 during working hours at designated collection centers (see list below).

Important Notices

• NB: Applications submitted through third parties, agencies, or any unauthorized institution will not be accepted.

• Applicants may choose any submission method, but multiple submissions will lead to disqualification.

• Do not be entertained by unauthorized officials/persons at application centers or leave your documents without signing for them.

• CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS IS 27 FEBRUARY 2026. NO LATE SUBMISSIONS ARE TO BE ENTERTAINED.

• Only those registered will be considered for any scholarship opportunities, and candidates should be prepared to accept offers from any prescribed country.

• NB: ONLY THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN SHORTLISTED from the registration database will be notified.

Physical Application Collection Centers

(Open from 23 to 27 February 2026)

• Gwanda: Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution’s Office, Public Works Building, Ground Floor, Big Ben Road, Gwanda

• Bulawayo: Bulawayo Metropolitan Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution’s Office, Mhlahlandlela Building, 6th Floor, Bulawayo

• Lupane: Matabeleland North Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Lupane Government Complex, PSC Offices, Lupane

• Masvingo: Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution’s Office, Benjamin Burombo Building, Corner Simon Mazorodze and Robert Mugabe Way, Masvingo

• Marondera: Minister of State for Provincial Affairs Devolution’s Office, Government Complex, Corner Morris and 3rd Street, Marondera

• Gweru: Minister of State for Provincial Affairs Devolution’s Office, New Government Complex, 1st floor, 10th Street, Gweru

• Mutare: Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution’s Office, New Government Complex, Block D, Ground Floor, Mutare

• Chinhoyi: Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution’s Office, Public Work Building, 7 Robert Mugabe Way, Chinhoyi

• Bindura: Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution Office, Mutungagore Building, 1st Floor, Bindura

• Harare: Presidential and National Scholarships Department, Office of the President and Cabinet, 10th Floor, Compensation Building, Corner 4th Street and Central Avenue, Harare

Signed:
Hon. R. Machingura
The Executive Director
Presidential and National Scholarships
Office of the President and Cabinet
Date: 16 JAN 2026

Signed:
Rev. P. B. Damasane
Acting Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet
Office of the President and Cabinet
Date: 16 JAN 2026

Contact:
PRESIDENTIAL AND NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT & CABINET
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
HARARE
TEL: +263 242 793 477
P. BAG 7700, CAUSEWAY
ZIMBABWE