Got a need for a stable job right now? The Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026 from the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) is open for South African applicants, and the deadline for many posts is fast approaching.
What the opportunity is
DPSA has released Circular 36 of 2026. It lists current vacancies in 18 national departments and all nine provincial administrations. The posting date is October 2026. Each vacancy shows the job title, salary, reference number, minimum qualifications, duties and the closing date.
Who can apply (requirements / eligibility)
Any South African who meets the stated minimum qualifications can apply. The circular includes positions for:
- Grade 10 or Grade 11
- Grade 12 / Matric
- National Certificate (N4‑N6)
- National Diploma
- Bachelor’s, Honours or Master’s degree
- Professional and technical qualifications
Read each vacancy carefully – the exact requirement is listed in the individual PDF.
What you gain (benefits / skills)
Government jobs offer:
- Job security and pension benefits
- Structured career progression
- Opportunities to serve the public
- Training and development programmes
- Experience in administration, finance, IT, health, education, engineering and many other fields
How to apply (step‑by‑step)
- Download the full circular: DPSA Circular 36 of 2026 (PDF).
- Choose the national department or provincial administration where you want to work.
- Find a vacancy that matches your qualifications.
- Read the minimum requirements, duties, salary and closing date.
- Download the department‑specific vacancy PDF (links below).
- Prepare the required documents (see checklist below).
- Complete the prescribed Z83 application form – download the latest version, fill in personal details, reference number, qualifications and employment history, sign and date.
- Attach your CV and supporting documents.
- Submit the application by the method specified (email, post, hand‑delivery or online portal).
Documents you will need
- Completed Z83 Application for Employment form
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copies of academic qualifications
- South African ID document
- Driver’s licence (if required)
- Professional registration certificates (if applicable)
- Any additional documents mentioned in the vacancy advertisement
Tips to improve your chances
- Confirm you meet every minimum qualification before applying.
- Use the correct reference number for each vacancy.
- Fill the Z83 form accurately – avoid outdated versions.
- Submit a separate application for each position if the vacancy asks for it.
- Check the email address or portal you are using – it must match the department’s instructions.
- Upload clear, legible copies of all documents.
- Apply well before the closing date; late applications are not considered.
- Beware of scams – never pay anyone to secure a job.
National Government Departments advertising vacancies
- Agriculture
- Defence
- Electricity and Energy
- Employment and Labour
- Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
- Government Printing Works
- Health
- Higher Education and Training
- Independent Police Investigative Directorate
- Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services
- Land Reform and Rural Development
- Office of the Chief Justice
- Public Works and Infrastructure
- Small Business Development
- Traditional Affairs
- Transport
- National Treasury
- Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities
Provincial Government Vacancies in Circular 36
- Eastern Cape Government Vacancies
- Free State Government Vacancies
- Gauteng Government Vacancies
- KwaZulu‑Natal Government Vacancies
- Limpopo Government Vacancies
- Mpumalanga Government Vacancies
- Northern Cape Government Vacancies
- North West Government Vacancies
- Western Cape Government Vacancies
Important dates and closing information
The circular was posted in October 2026. Each vacancy sets its own closing date. Check the individual PDF for the exact deadline. Late applications are not considered.
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Skhumbuzo Shandu is the founder of Careers With Shandu, a platform dedicated to helping South Africans access job opportunities, learnerships, and career development resources.
He focuses on sharing clear, practical, and up-to-date information to help matriculants, graduates, and job seekers navigate applications and build their careers.
Through his work, he aims to make opportunities easier to understand and accessible to everyone, especially young people entering the workforce.
