MICT SETA — IT, telecoms & media

MICT SETA learnerships 2026: how to apply

MICT SETA covers 5 sub-sectors — IT, telecoms, electronics, advertising and film. Apply through host companies (MTN, Vodacom, Telkom) or accredited providers — never directly to MICT SETA.

Updated 17 May 2026 ·By GoCareers
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Sub-sectors
IT · Telecoms · Electronics · Advertising · Film
NQF levels
2 – 7 (44 qualifications)
Stipend
R2,500 – R6,500 / month
Duration
12–18 months
Age
18–35
Head office
Midrand · 011 207 2600

Who can apply

  • South African citizen with a valid Green ID / Smart ID
  • Aged 18–35 (some PWD programmes extend the upper limit; Cortex Hub fibre programme is 15–25)
  • Currently unemployed and not in full-time study (employed-learner programmes exist via host companies)
  • Matric / NSC minimum; some require Maths and English at 50%+
  • Basic computer literacy and English communication
  • Not currently enrolled on another SETA learnership

What you'll need

  • Certified copy of SA ID (within last 3–6 months)
  • Certified Matric / NSC certificate plus academic transcript
  • Updated CV with contact details and references
  • Proof of residence
  • SARS tax reference letter (some hosts require it)
  • Academic transcripts for NQF 5+ programmes that require tertiary qualifications
  • Bank confirmation letter (for stipend)
  • Medical/disability confirmation for PWD-specific programmes

Step by step

  1. Don't apply to MICT SETA directly

    MICT SETA itself doesn't recruit learners. Real applications go through one of three channels: accredited training providers, host companies' careers portals, or SA Youth.
    Tip: Anyone claiming to apply for you "through MICT SETA" for a fee is scamming you.

  2. Search SA Youth for live intakes

    sayouth.mobi is the easiest single place to see current MICT SETA learnerships. Register, complete your profile, then filter for "learnership", "IT" or "technical support".

  3. Check host company careers portals

    The biggest hosts of MICT SETA learnerships are MTN, Vodacom, Telkom, Cell C, MultiChoice, BCX, Dimension Data, Huawei, SABC and CSIR. See our MTN careers guide for the Vodacom-style application flow.

  4. Apply directly to accredited training providers

    If you want a specific qualification (e.g. Software Development NQF 5), apply directly to a MICT SETA-accredited provider. See the provider list below.

  5. Submit a complete application before the closing date

    Most intakes have a hard deadline and zero tolerance for missing documents. Send all certified copies in one email with a clear subject line ("MICT SETA Technical Support Learnership – [Your Name]").

  6. If selected: complete onboarding and start learning

    You'll sign a learnership agreement with the host, get inducted, and start the 12–18 month programme. The host pays your stipend monthly into your bank account.

What MICT SETA actually covers

MICT SETA is the Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority — one of 21 SETAs in South Africa.

Five sub-sectors:

  • Information Technology (largest — ~50% of the employer base)
  • Telecommunications (~15%)
  • Electronics (~13%)
  • Advertising (~12%)
  • Film & Electronic Media (~12%)

The SETA registers 44 qualifications across NQF Levels 2–7, including End User Computing, Technical Support, Systems Development, Software Development, Information/Cyber Security, Network Engineering, Animation, Journalism and Scriptwriting.

Major 2026 MICT SETA intakes

ProgrammeHost / ProviderNQFStipend
Technical SupportIkusasa Technology Solutions (KZN)4R3,500–R6,500
Systems Development (PWD focus)Dynamic DNA (Randburg)4R2,500+
Fibre Optic & 5G TrainingCortex Hub (East London)——
Vodacom Foundation Youth AcademyVodacom Foundation + Cisco + TVETs3–5Stipend (amount varies)
Msunduzi Skills Centre ICTMsunduzi (KZN)3—

Intake windows close in 1–4 week windows — check the host or SA Youth weekly for the latest live opportunities.

Stipend benchmarks

There's no single published MICT SETA stipend tariff — amounts are negotiated between the SETA and host:

  • SETA minimum benchmark: R2,500/month
  • Typical range: R3,500–R6,500/month, depending on NQF level and host
  • Corporate hosts (MTN, Vodacom, Telkom): pay at the upper end of the range

Accredited training providers

A sample of MICT SETA-accredited providers (full searchable list at mict.org.za/accreditation):

  • Dynamic DNA (Randburg) — Systems Development, PWD focus
  • Ikusasa Technology Solutions (KZN) — Technical Support
  • Cortex Hub (East London) — Fibre / 5G
  • BOTI – Business Optimisation Training Institute
  • Keybase Training Solutions — End User Computing
  • College Africa Group — Microsoft / End User Computing
  • Imsimbi Training
  • Prospen Africa
  • WETS — IT Systems Support

Common rejection reasons

  • Missing or uncertified documents
  • Late submission or wrong email subject line
  • Currently employed (when the programme is "unemployed only")
  • No Matric or failed minimum subject marks (e.g. Maths <50%)
  • Already on another active SETA learnership
  • Age outside the 18–35 band
  • Incomplete CV / no contact details
  • Applying via an unaccredited intermediary

MICT SETA scams

Red flags consistently reported by SA careers sites and Africa Check:

  • Any request for payment to apply, register, or "reserve a seat" — MICT SETA and accredited providers never charge
  • Promises of R10,000+ stipends — the real range is R2,500–R6,500
  • "Guaranteed placement" messages on WhatsApp or Facebook from unverified accounts
  • Fake certificates — MICT SETA has confirmed certification fraud and rolled out a new tamper-proof certificate
  • Anyone claiming they can "apply on your behalf to MICT SETA" for a fee

How to verify: check the provider on mict.org.za/accreditation and check the qualification on the SAQA website.

What you get at the end

  • An NQF-registered qualification recognised on SAQA
  • 12 months of structured workplace experience that counts on your CV
  • A tamper-proof MICT SETA certificate
  • Possible permanent employment with the host company (not guaranteed)
  • Eligibility to progress to the next NQF level or articulate into a diploma

Contact

  • Head office: Block 2, Level 3 West, Gallagher Convention Centre, 19 Richards Drive, Halfway House, Midrand 1685
  • Tel: 011 207 2600
  • Learnership queries: cv@mict.org.za
  • Accreditation: accreditation@mict.org.za
  • Discretionary Grants: dgqueries@mict.org.za
  • Regional offices: Durban 031 307 7248 · Cape Town 021 461 3926 · East London 043 726 0783 · Klerksdorp 010 055 7996 · Bloemfontein 051 101 2950

Frequently asked questions

What is a MICT SETA learnership?
A work-based learning programme that combines theory at an accredited training provider with practical workplace experience at a host company, leading to an NQF-registered qualification in IT, telecoms, electronics, advertising or film & media.
How much does MICT SETA pay learners?
Typically R2,500–R6,500/month depending on the host and NQF level. The SETA minimum benchmark is R2,500. Corporate hosts like MTN, Vodacom and Telkom pay at the upper end.
How long is a MICT SETA learnership?
Usually 12 months for NQF Levels 3–4. Some NQF 5–6 programmes and PIVOTAL pathways extend to 18 months.
How do I apply for a MICT SETA learnership in 2026?
Through accredited training providers, host companies' careers portals (MTN, Vodacom, Telkom, BCX, etc.), or SA Youth at sayouth.mobi — never directly through MICT SETA.
Do you need Matric for a MICT SETA learnership?
Yes — minimum NSC. Some programmes require Maths and English at 50%+, and NQF 5+ programmes may require a relevant tertiary qualification.
What companies host MICT SETA learnerships?
MTN, Vodacom, Telkom, Cell C, MultiChoice, BCX, Dimension Data, Huawei, SABC, CSIR and others. Most advertise their MICT SETA-aligned learnerships on their own careers portals.
Are MICT SETA learnerships paid?
Yes — a monthly stipend is paid by the host employer for the full duration of the learnership.
What happens after a MICT SETA learnership?
You receive a SAQA-registered qualification and a MICT SETA certificate. Permanent employment with the host is possible but not guaranteed. Many graduates move into Software Developer, Network Technician, IT Support or Systems Analyst roles.
How do I report a MICT SETA scam?
Call the MICT SETA head office on 011 207 2600 and the National Anti-Corruption Hotline on 0800 701 701. Also report to SAPS.

Related guides

How to apply for MTN jobs

MTN is one of the biggest hosts of MICT SETA learnerships.

SA Youth registration

Register on SA Youth — the fastest way to see live MICT SETA intakes.

YES Programme

Alternative paid 12-month placement at a private employer.

Last updated 17 May 2026. We review and refresh this guide regularly — if something here is out of date, let us know.