Information Technology Learnership

SITA ICT Learnership 2026

A 12-month SETA-aligned ICT learnership (6 months theory plus 6 months on-the-job training) run by South Africa\'s state IT agency, leading to an occupation-directed NQF-aligned.

By GoCareers Teamโ€ข

Apply for the SITA ICT Learnership

Provider: State Information Technology Agency (SITA SOC Ltd) โ€ข National

Program Overview

Program Details

Provider:State Information Technology Agency (SITA SOC Ltd)
Sector:Information Technology
Duration:12 months
Level:NQF Level 5
Stipend:SITA learner stipend
Location:National
Intake:Annual intake - applications advertised periodically in national print media; watch the official SITA portal

Key Benefits

  • โœ“NQF Level 5 accredited qualification
  • โœ“Real workplace experience with a recognised employer
  • โœ“Stipend: SITA learner stipend
  • โœ“Mentorship and structured on-the-job training
  • โœ“Strong pathway toward permanent employment

Entry Requirements

  • โœ“South African citizen aged 18-35 and unemployed
  • โœ“Completed Matric / Grade 12 (matric-level learnership stream)
  • โœ“Computer literacy is an added advantage; no prior work experience required
  • โœ“Appointment subject to positive security clearance and qualification verification
  • โœ“Apply when advertised - SITA advertises intakes in print media nationwide

Career Opportunities

On successful completion, learners can pursue roles such as:

Software Developer
Data Analyst
IT Support Technician
Cloud Practitioner
Systems Administrator
Junior Engineer

How to Apply

1

Check the requirements

Confirm you meet every entry requirement before you apply.

2

Prepare your documents

Certified ID, matric certificate / qualifications, CV and any supporting documents.

3

Apply online

Submit your application via the official State Information Technology Agency (SITA SOC Ltd) careers portal.

4

Assessments & interview

Shortlisted candidates complete assessments and interviews.

5

Placement

Successful learners sign a learnership agreement and begin the programme.

โš ๏ธ Good to Know

SITA\'s official Youth Development Programme page (sita.co.za) confirms this learnership exists and recurs: it offers learnerships to SA youth aged 18-35 who have completed matric, runs 12 months (6 months theory + 6 months on-the-job training), and is advertised in print media nationwide with closing dates specifiedโ€ฆ

โ€ข Only shortlisted candidates are typically contacted โ€” check the official portal for the latest intake dates.

โ€ข Learnerships are aimed at unemployed South African youth; preference is often given to candidates from designated groups.

โ€ข Beware of scams โ€” GoCareers never charges for applications, and neither do legitimate employers.

Ready to apply?

Head to the official State Information Technology Agency (SITA SOC Ltd) careers portal to submit your application.

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