Applicants must be:

a) A Namibian.
b) In possession of a Grade 11 (NSSCO Level) results or Grade 12 (NSSCAS Level) latest results.
c) An average of 70% in latest academic results.
d) The course/qualification of choice should be in the scarce skills, including but not limited to the following fields:
1. Data Analytics
2. Artificial Intelligence
3. Environmental Scientist
4. Climate Change Scientist
5. Agricultural Scientist
6. Industrial Engineer
7. Mining
8. Vocational Educational Training
e) An added advantage will be given to the qualification in the diamond industry value chain.
f) Under or equal to the age of twenty (25) years of age. The bursary is granted for one field of study and each applicant can only participate once in the Scheme for the full completion of a qualification in a particular field of study.
g) Able to enrol in full-time undergraduate (first qualification) studies, where such studies lead to a particular post-secondary education qualification.
h) Submit the application form along with all the required information and documents to reach NAMDIA as set out in the advertisement for bursaries.
i) Prepared to attend an interview conducted by the Bursary Committee.
j) Prepared, upon the sole discretion and selection by The NAMDIA Foundation and upon successful completion of studies, depending on the specific course/field of study, to enter into full/part time or contractual employment with NAMDIA if requested to do so. Alternatively, be prepared to work anywhere in Namibia for a period equivalent to the years of study funded by NAMDIA.

In addition to the above eligibility criteria applicants must provide:

a) Grade 11 (NSSCO Level) final results or Grade 12 (NSSCAS Level) latest exam results.
b) School leavers who have received admission confirmation from an Institution of Higher learning.
c) Students who achieved an average of 70% in their latest academic results.
d) Maximum age should be 25 years old or less.
e) For under graduates: submit a comprehensive testimonial, inclusive of certified copies of national identification documents, Grade 11 certificate or Grade 12 transcript and/or certificate.
f) For postgraduates: submit diploma and/or degree including academic records/transcripts
g) Recently updated comprehensive CV.
h) Students from the marginalised communities who meet the criteria will receive preference in selection.
i) Motivation letter because he/she wants to be awarded a bursary.
j) Provide proof of provisional acceptance at an accredited tertiary education institution.
k) Provide provisional costing of the total programme.
l) Provide a timeframe of his/her study.