The Department of Public Service and Administration released DPSA Circular 28 of 2026 on Friday, 7 August 2026, and it is packed with government job opportunities across 17 national departments and 7 provincial administrations. Posts range from entry-level roles for Grade 12 holders to professional and management positions. Each department sets its own closing date, and the earliest deadlines fall within the next few weeks – open the circular now and find your post before it closes.
About the Circular
The DPSA is the national department that manages the machinery of South Africa’s Public Service, which employs over a million people and remains one of the country’s largest and most stable employers. Every week the DPSA publishes a Public Service Vacancy Circular – a single document gathering advertised posts from national and provincial departments so that any South African can see, in one place, which government jobs are open.
Circular 28 of 2026 includes vacancies from national departments such as Agriculture, Electricity and Energy, Employment and Labour, Home Affairs, Justice and Constitutional Development, National Treasury, Water and Sanitation, Higher Education and Training, and Tourism. Provincial vacancies cover the Eastern Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape and Western Cape. No Free State or North West sections were included in this edition.
What Types of Jobs Are Inside
- Administration, clerical and support services posts, many open to Grade 12 holders
- Finance, supply chain management and human resources positions
- Information and communication technology roles
- Legal services, policy and planning posts
- Agriculture, environmental management, water and sanitation and public works opportunities
- Management and supervisory positions for experienced and qualified candidates
Who Can Apply
- South Africans who meet the specific requirements of the post they choose – every vacancy lists its own qualifications and experience.
- Depending on the post, requirements range from Grade 10 or Grade 12 to National Certificates, Diplomas, degrees and professional registrations.
- Do not assume every government post needs a university degree – many posts in each circular are open to matriculants.
- Applicants must quote the correct reference number and apply through the method specified by the advertising department.
Required Documents
- The latest version of the Z83 Application for Employment form, fully completed and signed where required
- A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
- Copies of qualifications and ID – check each advert, as some departments only request certified copies from shortlisted candidates
- Only the supporting documents specifically requested in the advert
RELATED: Z83 Form 2026 PDF Download – New Editable Form & Completion Guide
How to Apply
- Download the full circular or open the departmental PDF you are interested in from the DPSA vacancies page.
- Read the minimum requirements, salary, location and duties for each post that interests you.
- Note the vacancy reference number and the closing date printed under the post.
- Complete the latest Z83 form and attach your CV and the requested documents.
- Submit through the exact method the department specifies – online portal, email, post or hand delivery.
- Apply before the closing date listed for your chosen post. Apply at DPSA – download Circular 28 of 2026.
Closing Date
There is no single closing date for DPSA Circular 28 of 2026 – each department sets its own deadline under every advertised post. Always confirm the closing date printed beneath the specific vacancy before applying. No late applications will be accepted.
Why It Matters
Government remains the most reliable route into stable, benefit-carrying employment for millions of South Africans, and the weekly DPSA circular is the official front door. With youth unemployment above 40 percent, a public service salary with pension, medical assistance and clear salary levels is life-changing for a household.
Circular 28 is also wider than most job seekers expect: alongside professional posts there are administrative and support roles that ask for nothing more than Grade 12 and a properly completed Z83. The applicants who succeed are the ones who read the advert carefully, quote the right reference number and submit before the deadline. Never pay anyone who claims they can secure you a government job – applications are always free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a degree to apply for DPSA vacancies?
No. Requirements differ per post. Many positions in Circular 28 accept Grade 10 or Grade 12, while others need diplomas, degrees or professional registration. Check the post you want.
Which Z83 form must I use?
Always use the latest Z83 Application for Employment form, complete all compulsory sections, sign it where required and quote the correct reference number for the post.
Can I apply for posts in other provinces?
Yes. You may apply for any advertised post you qualify for, in any province, unless the advert itself restricts applications to local residents.
How do I know if my application was successful?
Departments usually contact only shortlisted candidates. If you receive no response within the period stated in the advert, regard the application as unsuccessful and keep applying to new circulars.
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