AgriSETA Agricultural Learnerships 2026
SETA-accredited 12-month agriculture learnerships (plant production, animal production, mixed farming, agri-processing) at NQF Levels 2-4, combining ~30% theory and ~70% on-farm practical.
Apply for the AgriSETA Agricultural Learnerships
Provider: AgriSETA (Agriculture Sector Education and Training Authority) • National
Program Overview
Program Details
Key Benefits
- ✓NQF Level 4 accredited qualification
- ✓Real workplace experience with a recognised employer
- ✓Stipend: AgriSETA-funded stipend
- ✓Mentorship and structured on-the-job training
- ✓Strong pathway toward permanent employment
Entry Requirements
- ✓Minimum Grade 10 (Grade 9 accepted for some NQF Level 2 programmes); higher levels may require Matric or a relevant lower NQF qualification
- ✓Generally aged 18 to 35 (youth-focused)
- ✓South African citizen or permanent resident
- ✓No prior agricultural experience required for entry-level (NQF 2); advanced levels may require prior experience or a lower-level qualification
- ✓Apply via an accredited AgriSETA employer / host farm / training provider, or the annual discretionary-grant window (approx Aug-Sep)
Career Opportunities
On successful completion, learners can pursue roles such as:
How to Apply
Check the requirements
Confirm you meet every entry requirement before you apply.
Prepare your documents
Certified ID, matric certificate / qualifications, CV and any supporting documents.
Apply online
Submit your application via the official AgriSETA (Agriculture Sector Education and Training Authority) careers portal.
Assessments & interview
Shortlisted candidates complete assessments and interviews.
Placement
Successful learners sign a learnership agreement and begin the programme.
⚠️ Good to Know
AgriSETA is an active, current national SETA and its learnership program is a recurring annual offering. Both the official learnerships page and the discretionary-grant-funding page are live in 2026. Status is "recurring" rather than "active" because the relevant funding intake (the Discretionary Grant window) is NOT…
• Only shortlisted candidates are typically contacted — check the official portal for the latest intake dates.
• Learnerships are aimed at unemployed South African youth; preference is often given to candidates from designated groups.
• Beware of scams — GoCareers never charges for applications, and neither do legitimate employers.
Ready to apply?
Head to the official AgriSETA (Agriculture Sector Education and Training Authority) careers portal to submit your application.
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