DPSA Circular 1 of 2026: Latest Vacancies and How to Apply
Official Release Date: 30 January 2026 • Total Sections: 20 Departments & Administrations Available
You are viewing Public Service Vacancy Circular 1 of 2026 (Published 30 January 2026). Standard government vacancies close 2 to 3 weeks after release, so positions listed in this circular may no longer be accepting new applications.
The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) has officially released Public Service Vacancy Circular 1 of 2026 on 30 January 2026. This circular outlines open positions across South African National Departments and Provincial Administrations. On this page, you can download the full circular PDF, view vacancies listed across hiring departments, review position requirements, follow the step-by-step Z83 application process, and check closing deadlines.
📄 DPSA Circular 1 of 2026 PDF
The complete official circular is compiled by the DPSA into a consolidated document containing all national and provincial gazetted circulars for week 1. You can download the complete document below or browse individual departmental circulars in the sections that follow.
📋 Vacancies Listed in Circular 1
Circular 1 features active government job vacancies across multiple salary bands, from entry-level administrative roles to specialized and senior management posts. Use the real-time search filter below to locate specific departments or provincial offices instantly:
🏛️ Departments Hiring in Circular 1
National Departments
Provincial Administrations
🎓 Requirements for the Available Positions
📚 Educational Qualifications
Minimum requirements range from Grade 10 or Matric (Senior Certificate) for entry clerical roles, to National Diplomas (NQF 6), Bachelor's Degrees (NQF 7), and professional post-graduate degrees for managerial positions.
💼 Salary Levels & Experience
Positions range from Salary Levels 2–5 (Entry & Administrative Support), Levels 6–8 (Production Officers & Practitioners), Levels 9–12 (Assistant & Deputy Directors), to Levels 13+ (Senior Management Service - SMS).
📜 SMS Pre-Entry Certificate
For all Senior Management Service (SMS) positions, completion of the Nyukela Pre-Entry Certificate offered by the National School of Government (NSG) is strictly required prior to formal appointment.
🇿🇦 Citizenship & Vetting
Applicants must be South African citizens or permanent residents. Successful candidates undergo mandatory personnel suitability screening, qualification verification, criminal record checks, and security clearance.
📝 How to Apply for DPSA Circular 1 Vacancies
⚠️ Closing Dates and Important Information
⏰ Strict 16:00 Deadline: Most vacancies in Circular 1 close approximately 2 to 3 weeks following Friday release at exactly 16:00. Applications received after the closing deadline will not be accepted or considered under any circumstances.
🚫 Anti-Scam Zero-Fee Policy: Government departments and the DPSA do NOT charge fees for application submissions, test administration, or interview bookings. Report any fraudulent placement fee solicitations to law enforcement.
📩 Communication Policy: Communication is conducted with shortlisted candidates only. If you do not hear back within 3 months from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
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📅 Previous DPSA Vacancies
Looking for earlier circulars or checking past advert closing dates? Access previous Friday releases below: