You have Grade 10. Perhaps you completed Matric years ago. Maybe you have an N3, N6, NCV Level 4 certificate or another TVET qualification, but every job advertisement you read seems to demand experience you have never been given the opportunity to gain.
Then another government vacancy circular is published.
And you scroll past it because you assume you are not qualified.
What if the government job you have been waiting for is hidden somewhere inside a vacancy circular you have not opened?
The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) officially published Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026 on 16 October 2026, bringing together vacancies from national departments and participating provincial administrations.
The 258-page publication includes opportunities for applicants with different educational backgrounds, including certain positions requiring Grade 10, Matric, higher certificates, diplomas, degrees or professional trade qualifications.
Importantly, some advertised positions specifically state that no previous work experience is required.
This does not mean every Grade 10 or Grade 12 holder automatically qualifies. Each vacancy has its own requirements.
But it does mean that applicants without university degrees should not automatically exclude themselves from government employment.
Edupstairs has examined Circular 37 and the latest government vacancies to help you identify where to begin.
You can also search government entry-level jobs by department, province and position on Edupstairs instead of manually scanning hundreds of pages.
Quick Overview: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026
| Details | Information |
| Employer | Various South African government departments |
| Official publisher | Department of Public Service and Administration |
| Publication | Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026 |
| Date issued | 16 October 2026 |
| Circular length | 258 pages |
| Qualifications | Grade 10, ABET, Grade 12, relevant higher certificates, TVET and other tertiary qualifications, depending on the post |
| Experience | Some positions require no experience; others require relevant experience |
| Job categories | Cleaners, road workers, tradesman aids, clerks, drivers, administration, finance, technical and professional positions |
| Provinces covered by the official provincial annexures | Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga and Western Cape |
| Closing dates | Vary by department and vacancy |
| Application method | Department-specific online portals, email, hand delivery or other prescribed channels |
| Application fee | No recruitment fee should be paid |
Official DPSA Circular: Open DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026 directly.
Edupstairs Job Search: Explore the Government Entry-Level Jobs Platform.
Why DPSA Circular 37 of 2026 Matters to Applicants Without Experience
One of the biggest mistakes unemployed South Africans make is assuming that every government vacancy requires a degree.
Many positions do require specialised qualifications, registration or several years of experience.
However, the public service also needs workers who can support daily operations.
Roads must be maintained. Government buildings must be cleaned. Documents must be delivered. Records must be captured. Financial transactions must be processed. Equipment and facilities must be maintained.
These activities create different occupational roles, with different entry requirements.
For example, Circular 37 includes Grade 10 opportunities within the Mpumalanga Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport.
Some of these posts expressly require no work experience.
For an applicant who has been unemployed for several years, that distinction matters.
The important question is not simply whether you have Grade 10, Grade 12 or a TVET certificate.
It is whether your actual qualifications, skills and documents match a specific advertised position.
DPSA Circular 37: Government Jobs for Grade 10 Applicants
The Mpumalanga Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport has advertised several support and operational positions in Circular 37.
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Road Worker – X7 Posts
- Post number: 37/265
- Minimum qualification: Grade 10
- Work experience: No experience required
- Salary: R170,226 per annum
- Province: Mpumalanga
- Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 12:00
Successful applicants will support road maintenance activities, including clearing drainage systems, removing rubbish, bush clearing and general road-related work.
The seven advertised positions are distributed across various Mpumalanga districts.
This is particularly relevant to applicants who have practical abilities but no formal employment history.
Having Grade 10 does not guarantee employment, but applicants who satisfy the other advertised requirements may be considered.
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Tradesman Aid – X2 Posts
- Post number: 37/266
- Minimum qualification: Grade 10
- Experience: No experience required
- Salary: R170,226 per annum
- Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 12:00
Tradesman Aids provide support to artisans and maintenance teams.
Their responsibilities include looking after tools, following supervisors’ instructions and reporting equipment faults.
These roles may interest applicants who want exposure to practical maintenance work.
However, appointment as a Tradesman Aid does not automatically make someone a qualified artisan.
Applicants interested in eventually obtaining formal occupational qualifications can investigate the Edupstairs Career and Qualification Explorer and the QCTO Accredited Training Provider Database.
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Tradesman Aid GMT – X4 Posts
- Post number: 37/267
- Minimum qualification: Grade 10
- Experience: No experience required
- Salary: R170,226 per annum
- Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 12:00
These positions involve assisting artisans with government building repairs, routine maintenance, tools, equipment and workshop housekeeping.
They may be suitable for applicants who enjoy hands-on work and can comply with occupational health and safety requirements.
Applicants should be comfortable with the physical nature of maintenance activities.
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Cleaner – X3 Posts
- Post number: 37/269
- Minimum qualification: Grade 10 or ABET
- Experience: No experience required
- Salary: R144,024 per annum
- Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 12:00
The advertised duties include cleaning government offices, floors, toilets and other facilities.
Applicants are expected to understand basic cleaning procedures, safe use of equipment and workplace hygiene.
Important: The circular labels this vacancy as three posts. Applicants must consult the official advertisement for the listed centres and reference numbers.
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Messenger/Driver – HRP&A
- Post number: 37/263
- Minimum qualification: Grade 10 or Grade 12
- Experience: No experience required
- Additional requirement: Driver’s licence
- Salary: R201,093 per annum
- Centre: Ehlanzeni District, Mpumalanga
- Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 12:00
Responsibilities include delivering documents, handling correspondence, maintaining records and supporting office administration.
Although the advertisement states that no experience is required, a driver’s licence is still compulsory.
Do not apply for a driving position simply because you meet the educational requirement if you do not satisfy the licence requirement.
How to Apply for These Mpumalanga Positions
The department specifies online recruitment.
Applicants must use the official Mpumalanga Provincial e-Recruitment Portal.
Closing date: 30 October 2026 at 12:00 noon.
Do not confuse this deadline with the dates attached to other departments’ vacancies. These Mpumalanga posts have their own closing time and application instructions.
Before submitting, verify the correct post number, specific vacancy reference, requirements and supporting documents in the official Circular 37 publication.
DPSA Circular 37: Opportunities for Grade 12 and TVET Applicants
Having Matric or a recognised post-school qualification can expand the range of positions you may qualify for.
Circular 37 includes roles in administration, financial management and human resources.
Examples from the Mpumalanga Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport include:
| Vacancy | Official requirements | Annual salary |
| Accounting Clerk: Financial Management – Post 37/259 | Grade 12 plus a relevant NQF Level 5 Higher Certificate; no experience required | R237,453 |
| Admin Clerk HR&A – Post 37/260 | Grade 12 plus a relevant NQF Level 5 Higher Certificate; no experience required | R237,453 |
| Personnel Officer – Post 37/261 | Grade 12 plus a relevant NQF Level 5 Higher Certificate; no experience required | R237,453 |
Important: These are not Matric-only vacancies. The additional NQF Level 5 qualification is part of the published minimum requirements.
Can TVET N6 Applicants Apply?
Potentially, depending on the post.
A relevant TVET qualification may help an applicant qualify for certain advertised positions, but possessing N6 does not automatically satisfy every NQF Level 5, diploma or degree requirement.
Qualification type, subject area, recognition and any specified experience must be checked individually.
TVET graduates should particularly investigate opportunities connected to:
- Public Management and Office Administration
- Financial Management
- Human Resource Management
- Engineering Studies
- Electrical Infrastructure
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Information Technology and Computer Systems
- Supply Chain and Logistics
Applicants who are unsure how their qualification fits an occupation can use the Edupstairs Career and Qualification Explorer to investigate relevant career pathways and qualifications.
Those considering further studies can explore public institutions through the TVET College Explorer.
Another Grade 10 and ABET Opportunity in Circular 37: Western Cape Government Cleaner Posts
The Western Cape Mobility Department also advertises Cleaner: Traffic Support Services vacancies.
- Post number: 37/360
- Reference: WCMD 68/2026
- Advertised posts: Various positions at different locations
- Salary range: R144,024 to R169,656 per annum
- Closing date: 9 November 2026
The advertisement includes an ABET-related educational requirement.
This vacancy has its own application instructions, separate from those used by Mpumalanga.
Applicants must read the Western Cape Mobility Department section in the official DPSA Circular 37 before applying.
More Government Jobs: 40 Recent Vacancies From the Edupstairs CSV
The uploaded Edupstairs government vacancy export, dated 19 October 2026, contains 40 vacancy records across five provinces.
To help applicants find these positions quickly, Edupstairs has provided the linked vacancy index below.
Source clarification: This CSV is a broader government-vacancy export. Not every record is confirmed to belong to Circular 37. In particular, Limpopo and Northern Cape do not appear as provincial annexures in the official Circular 37 index.
The links below should therefore be treated as additional recent vacancy listings, not as a complete list of Circular 37 posts.
Limpopo Government Vacancies – Closing 6 November 2026
Grade 10, Matric and Administrative Opportunities
- Photocopy Operator – X1 Post – Grade 10 or equivalent educational level.
- Cleaner – X5 Posts – Grade 10, AET or ABET-related requirements.
- Data Capture – X1 Post – Grade 12.
- HRM Clerk – X1 Post – Grade 12.
- Administration Clerk – X1 Post – Grade 12; additional requirements include a driver’s licence.
- Accounting Clerk: Expenditure and Accounts – X1 Post – Grade 12 or equivalent, subject to the detailed advertisement.
Other Limpopo Government Positions
- Nursing Assistant Grade 1 – X1 Post.
- Child and Youth Care Worker – X2 Posts.
- Social Auxiliary Worker Grade 1 – X1 Post.
- Legal Administration Officer – X1 Post.
- Community Development Practitioner Grade 1.
- Provisioning Administrative Officer: Demand and Acquisition.
- Administrative Officer: Auxiliary Services.
- Chief Registry Clerk: Personnel Records.
- State Accountant: Expenditure and Accounts.
- Social Worker Grade 1 – X1 Post.
Some of these positions require professional qualifications, statutory registration, additional certificates or relevant experience.
The fact that a job appears on an entry-level search platform does not mean Matric alone is sufficient.
KwaZulu-Natal Government Vacancies
- Care Worker – Grade 12.
- Finance Clerk – X4 Posts – Grade 12; no experience required.
- Child and Youth Care Worker – X4 Posts.
- Child and Youth Care Team Leader.
- Staff Nurse.
- SCM Practitioner: Logistics Management.
- Staff Nurse – X4 Posts.
- Artisan Production: Plumber – X1 Post.
- Pharmacist Assistant: Post Basic – X2 Posts.
- Professional Nurse: General Grade 1 – X3 Posts.
The CSV lists 23 October 2026 as the closing date for most of these KwaZulu-Natal vacancies, while the Artisan Production: Plumber entry lists 26 October 2026.
Applicants should verify the official departmental deadlines.
Northern Cape Government Vacancies – Closing 23 October 2026
- Nursing Assistant: Nursing Auxiliary.
- Emergency Care Officer.
- Artisan Grade A–C.
- Outreach Team Leader: Professional Nurse – X14 Posts.
- Outreach Team Leader: Professional Nurse – X15 Posts.
- Outreach Team Leader: Professional Nurse – X13 Posts.
- Outreach Team Leader: Professional Nurse – X15 Posts, Additional Listing.
- Outreach Team Leader: Professional Nurse – X15 Posts, Frances Baard Listing.
- Professional Nurses: General Nursing – X2 Posts.
- Professional Nurses: General Nursing – X2 Posts, Additional Listing.
Most of these Northern Cape opportunities require nursing, healthcare or trade qualifications.
Applicants must confirm professional registrations and other compulsory requirements.
The similar Outreach Team Leader titles represent separate records in the uploaded CSV. Check centres and reference numbers to identify the appropriate listing and avoid duplicate applications.
Western Cape Government Vacancies – Closing 23 October 2026
- Professional Nurse Grade 1–3: General Medicine Male Ward.
- Administrative Officer: Finance.
- Senior State Accountant: Finance DICU – X8 Posts.
The Administrative Officer: Finance listing includes additional competency, experience and licence requirements. The nursing and senior finance positions also have specialised requirements.
Mpumalanga Government Vacancy – Closing 23 October 2026
This CSV-listed vacancy requires Grade 12 with relevant experience or an appropriate further qualification, according to the alternative routes indicated in the export.
Reminder: This 23 October CSV deadline is different from the 30 October at 12:00 deadline for the specific Mpumalanga Public Works positions discussed earlier in Circular 37.
Where to Find More Government Jobs Without Opening Every Article
The Edupstairs Government Entry-Level Jobs Platform allows job seekers to investigate vacancies using:
- Job title or keyword searches
- National government departments
- Provincial administrations
- Province and department filters
- Individual job records and closing dates
You can search for terms such as Cleaner, Administration Clerk, Data Capture, General Worker, Driver, Finance Clerk or Artisan.
Search results should always be checked against the original government advertisement, because requirements, deadlines and live availability can change.
Latest Internships Published on Edupstairs: 16–19 October 2026
Government employment is not the only pathway into the workplace.
If you have a TVET N6 qualification, National Diploma or degree, you may also qualify for an internship or graduate development programme.
Edupstairs has recently published the following opportunities.
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EWSETA Graduate Internship Programme 2026 – X20 Opportunities
The Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority is offering 20 graduate internship placements across several organisational functions.
The programme runs for 24 months.
Eligible university graduates and applicants who have completed relevant TVET N6 studies are encouraged to examine the advertised requirements.
Closing date: 22 October 2026 at 16:30.
Read the EWSETA Graduate Internship Programme 2026 application guide.
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MISA Graduate Internship Programme 2026–2028 – X14 Opportunities
The Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent has advertised graduate internships connected to relevant diploma and degree qualifications.
The Edupstairs listing identifies a monthly stipend of R8,174.75 and a closing date of 2 November 2026.
Explore the MISA Graduate Internship Programme 2026.
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Datacentrix ICT Graduate Trainee Programme 2027/2028
Applicants with relevant ICT qualifications can explore this graduate trainee opportunity.
The programme targets qualifying graduates seeking practical experience in the technology industry.
Closing date: 30 November 2026.
Read about the Datacentrix ICT Graduate Trainee Programme.
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City of Johannesburg Valuer Internships 2026 – X9 Posts
Applicants with relevant valuation and property-related qualifications may be interested in the City of Johannesburg’s advertised internship opportunities.
View the City of Johannesburg Valuer Internship Programme.
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Answer the Call Graduate Work Readiness Programme – X40 Opportunities
This opportunity is designed to support graduate work readiness and employability.
It should not automatically be treated as an ordinary paid internship.
Closing date: 31 October 2026.
Explore the Answer the Call Graduate Work Readiness Programme.
Applicants can also browse the latest internships published on Edupstairs.
Latest Learnerships, Skills Training and Artisan Opportunities
Some readers may not qualify for the government jobs above.
Others may have qualifications better suited to a structured learnership or apprenticeship.
Instead of abandoning your job search, investigate the following recent opportunities.
Transnet Academy Apprenticeship Programme 2026 – Six Artisan Trades
Transnet Academy is inviting qualifying applicants to apply for apprenticeship opportunities in:
- Electrical
- Welding
- Boilermaking
- Fitting and Turning
- Millwright
- Mechanical Fitting
Depending on the trade, applicants may qualify with relevant N2–N6, NCV Level 4 or Technical Matric qualifications.
The programme advertises an age range of 18–30 and additional subject and eligibility conditions.
Closing date: 27 October 2026.
Read the full Transnet Academy Apprenticeship Programme 2026 guide.
Letaba TVET College Skills Development Programme 2026 – X200 Opportunities
Letaba TVET College has advertised 200 training opportunities in practical skills areas.
Some programmes accept applicants with Grade 9 and the prescribed school-subject requirements.
Closing date: 22 October 2026 at 16:00.
Explore the Letaba TVET College Skills Development Programme.
Value Logistics Learnership Programme 2026
This 12-month logistics-related programme advertises a monthly stipend of R4,240.
Applicants require Matric and must meet the remaining programme requirements.
Closing date: 15 November 2026.
Read about the Value Logistics Learnership Programme.
KVR Training Generic Management NQF Level 5 Learnership 2026
This Sandton-based learnership advertises a stipend of R7,500 per month.
It targets applicants with an NQF Level 4 qualification who satisfy the programme’s further requirements.
Closing date: 31 October 2026.
Explore the KVR Training Generic Management Learnership.
Saflin Consulting Call Centre Learnership 2026
The programme advertises a monthly stipend of R5,000.
However, applicants should note that the opportunity requires previous call centre experience and that the published location details must be checked carefully.
Read the Saflin Consulting Call Centre Learnership guide.
Deviare Cybersecurity Digital Skills Training Programme 2026
This programme targets eligible unemployed young people from the Royal Bafokeng Nation.
Participants receive digital skills training covering office applications, cybersecurity fundamentals and related topics.
Closing date: 30 October 2026.
Explore the Deviare Cybersecurity Digital Skills Training Programme.
Other Artisan Opportunities Closing Soon
Applicants with engineering-related qualifications should also investigate:
- Glencore Artisan 18.2 Learnership Programme 2026 – Closing 23 October 2026.
- Sasol Artisan Learnership Programme 2026 – Closing 23 October 2026.
These two opportunities are included because their closing dates are approaching, not as a claim that both were first published during 16–19 October.
For further opportunities, explore the latest Learnerships and Artisan Training Opportunities on Edupstairs.
How to Use Edupstairs to Find Your Next Career Opportunity
Finding an advertised vacancy is important.
Understanding which qualifications and occupations fit your skills is equally important.
Edupstairs provides career discovery, qualification research and training-provider tools that applicants can use alongside the DPSA vacancy search.
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TVET College Explorer: Investigate Practical Qualifications
Perhaps you have Grade 10 or Matric, but you do not currently meet the qualifications for the administrative, financial or artisan jobs you want.
Instead of repeatedly applying for vacancies you do not qualify for, investigate realistic training pathways.
The Edupstairs TVET College Explorer helps applicants research South Africa’s public TVET colleges, campuses, vocational programmes and application information.
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Career and Qualification Explorer: Understand Your Career Options
Knowing that you want a government job is a starting point.
Understanding whether you want to work in finance, administration, engineering, public management or logistics helps you make more informed decisions.
The Career and Qualification Explorer connects career information with qualification research, helping learners and graduates investigate occupational pathways.
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Career Discovery: Find Career Directions That Match Your Interests
If you do not know what to study next, the wrong qualification could cost you money and time.
The Edupstairs Career Discovery Tool provides an interest-based career exploration experience.
It can support self-reflection, but it does not determine whether you are eligible for a particular vacancy or guarantee a successful career outcome.
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QCTO Accredited Providers: Check Before You Enrol
Before paying a college or training provider for an occupational qualification, verify its accreditation.
The QCTO Accredited Providers Database helps users investigate accredited training organisations and occupational qualification information.
Always confirm the provider’s current approval for the exact qualification and delivery site with the appropriate authority.
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National Skills Intelligence Explorer: Research Skills Demand
A qualification is an investment.
Before committing to a particular field, it can be useful to investigate documented occupational priorities and skills research.
The National Skills Intelligence Explorer connects occupational information with available sector research.
Some records are historical or have not been fully confirmed. A documented skills priority does not mean there is a current vacancy or guaranteed employment demand in your area.
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SETA Platform: Understand Learnerships and Occupational Training
South Africa has 21 Sector Education and Training Authorities.
Different SETAs support skills development across sectors such as construction, energy, services, transport, finance and manufacturing.
The Edupstairs SETA Platform helps users explore sector-specific learning pathways, qualifications and programmes.
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Create an ATS-Friendly CV Before Applying
A government recruiter must be able to identify your qualifications, relevant skills, employment background and contact information.
Use the Edupstairs Career Assistant to create an ATS-friendly CV.
Keep your CV accurate, concise and relevant to the post.
Never invent work experience, qualifications, references or certificates.
How to Apply for DPSA Circular 37 of 2026 Vacancies
There is no single application method that applies to every vacancy in the circular.
Some departments use online recruitment systems.
Others specify email, hand delivery or postal applications.
Use the following process.
Step 1: Find a Vacancy Matching Your Qualifications
Start with the Edupstairs Government Entry-Level Jobs Platform.
Search for the job title, province or department that interests you.
Then consult the original advertisement.
Step 2: Verify the Exact Requirements
Check your eligibility against:
- Minimum educational qualification
- Required subjects or specialisations
- Experience requirements
- Driver’s licence requirements
- Professional registration or trade test, where applicable
- Work location
- Vacancy reference number
- Closing date and time
Do not assume that a position requires no experience merely because it has an entry-level salary.
Step 3: Prepare the Current Z83 Form Where Required
Most traditional Public Service applications require a completed Z83 form.
Applicants can access the new Z83 application form and instructions on Edupstairs.
The official circular refers to the Z83 version effective from 1 January 2021.
However, some government e-recruitment systems have their own prescribed online processes. Follow the particular department’s application instructions.
Step 4: Prepare Your CV and Supporting Information
Ensure your CV contains:
- Correct personal and contact details
- Accurate educational qualifications
- Relevant skills
- Any genuine work experience
- Contactable references, where requested
Submit identity documents, qualifications and certified copies only when the advertisement or recruitment stage requires them.
Different departments may request documents at different stages.
Step 5: Apply Using the Official Departmental Channel
For the identified Mpumalanga Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport vacancies, applications are submitted through the Mpumalanga e-Recruitment System.
For other departments, use the submission method indicated in the specific advertisement.
The DPSA publishes the circular but does not receive applications on behalf of every recruiting department.
Step 6: Submit Before the Actual Deadline
Do not treat every job in Circular 37 as having the same closing date.
Some vacancies close on 23 October. Others close on 26 October, 30 October, 2 November, 6 November or 9 November, depending on the particular listing or department.
The deadline printed in the actual vacancy advertisement must take priority over general summaries.
Late or incorrectly submitted applications may be rejected.
Important Update in Circular 37: Mpumalanga Traffic Officer Learnership
Circular 37 also contains an amendment concerning the Basic Traffic Officer’s Diploma Learnership previously advertised in Circular 36 of 2026.
The amendment provides an updated application link and confirms a closing date of 30 October 2026.
Applicants can consult the official DPSA Circular 37 notice for the correction and the relevant recruitment details.
Those preparing for traffic officer training can also use the Edupstairs Traffic Officer Practice Centre as an additional learning resource.
The practice centre does not replace an official recruitment examination or guarantee selection.
Common Mistakes That Could Cost Applicants an Opportunity
One of the most frustrating outcomes is missing an opportunity not because you lacked the qualifications, but because your application was incomplete or submitted incorrectly.
Watch out for these mistakes:
Applying for the wrong post: A Cleaner position and a Cleaning Supervisor position may have completely different requirements.
Ignoring additional qualifications: Some clerk posts require Grade 12 plus a Higher Certificate, diploma or specific work experience.
Using the wrong reference number: A department may advertise several similar vacancies at different centres.
Missing the closing time: A vacancy closing at 12:00 does not remain open until midnight.
Submitting through the wrong channel: An emailed application will not satisfy a vacancy requiring online submission only.
Assuming all TVET qualifications are interchangeable: A qualification’s subject area, level and recognition matter.
Paying someone to secure a government job: Legitimate recruitment does not require paying an intermediary for guaranteed selection.
If an advertisement appears suspicious, investigate it using the Edupstairs Scam Detector Tool.
More Opportunities and Career Tools
Keep these resources available while searching for employment:
Government Employment
- DPSA Government Entry-Level Jobs
- Official DPSA Circular 37 of 2026
- New Z83 Government Application Form
Career and Education Planning
- TVET College Explorer
- University Explorer
- Career and Qualification Explorer
- Career Discovery
- QCTO Accredited Providers
- National Skills Intelligence Explorer
- SETA Platform
Applications and Opportunities
- Create an ATS-Friendly CV
- Latest Internships
- Latest Learnerships
- Latest Artisan Opportunities
- Edupstairs Community
- Edupstairs Scam Detector
Tools you may find useful:
- Money Finder
- SETA Platform
- RDP / BNG Housing Eligibility Checker
- SASSA Grant Eligibility Checker
- SAPS / Metro / Traffic / DCS Eligibility Checker
- Youth Employment Eligibility Checker
- SA Bursary & NSFAS Eligibility Checker
- UIF Benefits Eligibility Checker and Payment Estimator
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Edupstairs Advice: Do Not Reject Yourself Before the Employer Does
Imagine discovering in November that a government department had advertised a position requiring the same qualification you already have.
The position was located in your province.
It required no previous work experience.
You could have applied.
But you never saw it because you assumed government employment was only for university graduates.
That is a missed opportunity you can avoid through consistent, informed vacancy searches.
If you have Grade 10, investigate cleaners, road workers and other support roles where that educational level is accepted.
If you have Matric, investigate administration, data capturing, clerical and support positions, while checking every additional requirement.
If you have a TVET qualification, match your field of study to suitable administrative, engineering, technical and workplace-learning opportunities.
If you already have a diploma or degree, do not overlook entry-level government appointments and graduate internships relevant to your qualification.
Most importantly, do not rely on one application.
Prepare a truthful CV. Find suitable posts. Confirm the requirements. Submit correctly. Keep searching.
You cannot control whether a department shortlists you.
But you can control whether you identify suitable opportunities and submit complete applications on time.
Start by searching the latest DPSA Government Entry-Level Jobs on Edupstairs and checking Circular 37 directly on the official DPSA website.
Your qualification may already meet the minimum educational requirement for a vacancy you have not yet discovered.
Do not let the deadline be the first time you hear about it.
Frequently Asked Questions About DPSA Circular 37 of 2026
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Can I apply for a government job with Grade 10?
Yes, provided the specific vacancy accepts Grade 10 and you meet all additional conditions. Circular 37 includes selected Grade 10 positions such as road workers, tradesman aids and cleaners.
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Are there government jobs requiring no experience?
Yes. Some advertised Mpumalanga positions expressly state that no previous work experience is required. This condition does not apply to every vacancy.
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Can I apply with Matric only?
Yes, for posts that accept Grade 12 without additional qualifications. For example, the uploaded CSV includes a KwaZulu-Natal Finance Clerk vacancy that specifies Grade 12 and no experience. Other clerk posts require additional qualifications.
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Can TVET College graduates apply?
Yes, when their qualifications match the advertised requirements. An N6 qualification does not automatically qualify an applicant for every position requiring an NQF Level 5 or 6 qualification.
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What is the closing date for DPSA Circular 37?
There is no single closing date for every position. The official publication was issued on 16 October 2026, but each department specifies its own deadline.
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How much do entry-level government jobs pay?
Salaries vary by position and salary level. Verified examples in this circular range from R144,024 per annum for certain cleaners to R237,453 per annum for some qualified clerk positions.
These are advertised annual salary figures, not monthly take-home amounts.
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Where can I download DPSA Circular 37 of 2026?
Access it directly through the official DPSA Circular 37 of 2026 page.
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Where can I find government jobs without reading the entire circular?
Use the Edupstairs Government Entry-Level Jobs Search Platform to browse listed vacancies, then verify the original government advertisement.
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Do I need to pay to apply?
No recruitment fee should be paid to anyone promising a government appointment, guaranteed interview or priority placement.
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Is Edupstairs the recruiting organisation?
No. Edupstairs provides independent career information, vacancy explainers and links to opportunities. Recruitment decisions remain with the relevant employers and government departments.
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Disclaimer
Edupstairs is an independent South African education, career guidance and employment-opportunities information platform.
This article was prepared using the official DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026, relevant Edupstairs vacancy and career-development pages, and an uploaded Edupstairs government vacancy CSV export dated 19 October 2026.
The CSV contains 40 vacancy records, some of which relate to government advertisements outside the provincial sections of Circular 37. Those entries are therefore presented separately and must not all be attributed to Circular 37.
Vacancy status, salaries, requirements, deadlines and application procedures may change. Applicants must confirm current information with the recruiting department before applying.
Edupstairs does not recruit or select candidates for government departments and does not guarantee employment, interviews, learnership placements or training outcomes.
Editorial Integrity
Edupstairs distinguishes verified government vacancy requirements from independent career guidance.
Grade 10, Grade 12 and TVET eligibility is explained at the level of individual advertisements rather than assumed for all positions.
Specialised healthcare, accounting, supervisory and artisan jobs are not presented as Matric-only opportunities where further qualifications, trade tests, registration or experience are compulsory.
All application recommendations are intended to help readers verify official information and avoid recruitment scams.
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