Official DPSA Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026 PDF cover page and South African government jobs summary guide.

DPSA Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026: PDF Download & Job Summary

Published: 28 August 2026

Last checked: 1 September 2026

Last updated: 1 September 2026

Last reviewed: 1 September 2026

Advertisement status: Current circular, with amendments and withdrawals included

Circular: Public Service Vacancy Circular No. 31 of 2026

Employment type: Public Service employment

Location: National departments and provincial administrations across South Africa

Closing date: Varies by vacancy and department. Always check the specific advertisement before applying.

Official source: Department of Public Service and Administration

Quick Answer

Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026 was issued on 28 August 2026 and contains government job advertisements from national departments and all nine provincial administrations. The official PDF contains 344 pages.

The circular includes vacancies in areas such as administration, finance, human resources, legal services, education, environmental management, forestry, public works, health, tourism, information technology, infrastructure and other public service functions.

Closing dates differ between advertisements. Examples in the circular include 11 September 2026, 14 September 2026 and 15 September 2026, while some amendments to earlier advertisements extend deadlines to later dates.

Applicants should use the new Z83 where required, quote the correct vacancy reference number and submit applications directly to the department advertising the position.

Download Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026 PDF

[DOWNLOAD OFFICIAL PUBLIC SERVICE VACANCY CIRCULAR 31 OF 2026 PDF]

The official DPSA website lists Circular 31 of 2026 in its Public Service Vacancy Circular archive.

Use the official circular as the final source for:

  • Vacancy title
  • Reference number
  • Salary
  • Qualification requirements
  • Experience requirements
  • Location
  • Application method
  • Application address or email
  • Closing date
  • Amendment notices
  • Withdrawal notices

Do not rely on a third-party copy when the official advertisement is available.

About DPSACircular.co.za

DPSACircular.co.za is an independent South African government-job information and application guidance website.

We publish information about DPSA Vacancy Circulars, government vacancies, internships, learnerships, graduate programmes, bursaries and public sector career opportunities.

DPSACircular.co.za is not the official DPSA website.

We are not affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to the Department of Public Service and Administration, the South African Government or any government department.

We do not accept job applications, shortlist applicants, conduct interviews or make recruitment decisions.

Why DPSACircular.co.za Is Publishing This Guide

Public Service Vacancy Circulars contain a large amount of information across many departments and provinces.

This guide helps readers identify the departments covered by Circular 31, understand the application requirements, check important amendments and withdrawals, compare vacancy requirements and find the correct official source.

We do not reproduce the 344-page government PDF in this article.

Instead, we provide an original editorial summary and practical application guidance while directing applicants to the official advertisement for the final recruitment information.

Disclaimer

DPSACircular.co.za is an independent government-job information and application guidance website.

Information published on this page is provided for general information and application guidance.

DPSACircular.co.za does not accept applications and does not represent any government department.

Vacancy availability, recruitment decisions, shortlisting, interviews and appointments remain the responsibility of the relevant advertising department.

Always read the official vacancy advertisement before submitting an application.

Editorial Review

DPSACircular.co.za reviewed the supplied 344-page Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026.

The review focused on:

  • Publication date
  • Department index
  • Vacancy reference numbers
  • Job titles
  • Salary information
  • Qualification requirements
  • Experience requirements
  • Application methods
  • Closing dates
  • Amendments
  • Withdrawals
  • Department-specific application instructions

The circular states that DPSA issues the Public Service Vacancy Circular, but DPSA is not responsible for the content of individual advertisements. Applicants should direct questions about a specific vacancy to the department advertising the post.

Readers should use the official advertisement as the final source before submitting an application.

How We Checked Circular 31

Our editorial review follows a simple source-first process.

First, we use the official Public Service Vacancy Circular as the primary source.

Second, we identify the department, post number, reference number, salary, location and requirements.

Third, we check the application instructions attached to the relevant department or vacancy.

Fourth, we check the amendment and withdrawal section before describing a vacancy as available.

Fifth, we record the date when DPSACircular.co.za last checked the information.

This approach helps separate government-issued information from our own explanations.

Circular 31 of 2026 at a Glance

Detail Information
Circular Public Service Vacancy Circular No. 31 of 2026
Date issued 28 August 2026
Last checked 1 September 2026
Document length 344 pages
Employment type Public Service employment
Coverage National departments and all nine provincial administrations
Application form New Z83 where required
Application method Depends on department and vacancy
Closing date Varies by advertisement
Official issuer Department of Public Service and Administration
Advertisement status Current circular with amendments and withdrawals
Official source DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular

The circular’s index confirms national departments on pages 4 to 91 and provincial administrations from pages 92 to 344.

Departments Covered by Circular 31

National Departments

The national section includes:

  1. Department of Agriculture
  2. Department of Basic Education
  3. Department of Employment and Labour
  4. Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
  5. Government Communication and Information System
  6. Government Technical Advisory Centre
  7. Department of Higher Education and Training
  8. Department of Land Reform and Rural Development
  9. National Prosecuting Authority
  10. Office of the Chief Justice
  11. Department of Public Service and Administration
  12. Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
  13. Department of Small Business Development
  14. Department of Tourism
  15. Department of Traditional Affairs
  16. National Treasury
  17. Department of Water and Sanitation

These departments appear in the official index.

Provincial Administrations

Circular 31 also covers:

  • Eastern Cape
  • Free State
  • Gauteng
  • KwaZulu-Natal
  • Limpopo
  • Mpumalanga
  • Northern Cape
  • North West
  • Western Cape

The official index places these provincial sections between pages 92 and 344.

Vacancy Index

Circular 31 contains a large number of individual numbered advertisements. The post numbering begins with Post 31/01 and continues through Post 31/477, with some post numbers omitted from the sequence because the PDF uses its own advertisement numbering. The index below gives readers a practical way to locate the main advertised positions without reproducing the official advertisements.

Department of Agriculture

  • Post 31/01: Deputy Director: Small Business Development
  • Post 31/02: Deputy Director: Organisational Development
  • Post 31/03: Chief Human Resource Officer
  • Post 31/04: Administrative Officer

The four Department of Agriculture posts are based in Pretoria, Gauteng. Salaries listed include R932,292 for the two Deputy Director positions, R413,001 for Chief Human Resource Officer and R338,106 for Administrative Officer.

Department of Basic Education

  • Post 31/05: Director: National School Nutrition Programme
  • Post 31/06: Senior Administration Clerk

The Director position is based in Pretoria and pays R1,317,384 per annum. The Senior Administration Clerk position pays R237,453 per annum.

Department of Employment and Labour

Circular 31 includes posts such as:

  • Post 31/07: Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations
  • Post 31/08: Counsellor Grade 1
  • Post 31/09: Chief Personnel Officer: Employment Relations
  • Post 31/10: Supervisor: COID Client Services
  • Post 31/11: Administration Clerk: Claims Processor
  • Post 31/12: Administration Clerk: Management Support Services

The salaries and requirements differ between posts. For example, Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations is listed at R1,101,468 per annum, while Administration Clerk: Management Support Services is listed at R237,453 per annum.

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

The section includes:

  • Post 31/13: Project Manager: Global Environment 8, Peatlands Restoration and Policy Development
  • Post 31/14: Deputy Director: Woodlands and Indigenous Forest Management
  • Post 31/15: Assistant Director: State Forest Management
  • Post 31/16: Assistant Director: Forest Land Management
  • Post 31/17: Assistant Director: Performance Management
  • Post 31/18: Assistant Director: Administration and Coordination
  • Post 31/19: Senior Forester
  • Post 31/20: Scientific Technician Production Grade A, Database Administration
  • Post 31/21: Scientific Technician Production Grade A, Environmental Interactions Research
  • Post 31/22: Forestry Foreman
  • Post 31/23: Handyman
  • Post 31/24: Security Officers
  • Post 31/25: Forestry Services Aid
  • Post 31/26: Assistant Director: Work-Study/Organisational Design Specialist
  • Post 31/27: Assistant Director: Research

DFFE requires online applications through its recruitment system and states a closing date of 14 September 2026 at 16:00.

Government Communication and Information System

The circular contains GCIS-related opportunities under the relevant annexure, including professional and administrative positions.

Government Technical Advisory Centre

Circular 31 includes Jobs Fund-related positions, including:

  • Post 31/28: Financial Analyst: Jobs Fund PMU
  • Post 31/29: Project Manager: Jobs Fund PMU
  • Post 31/30: Monitoring and Reporting Evidence Checker: Jobs Fund PMU

Applicants should use the application instructions stated in the relevant advertisement.

Department of Higher Education and Training

The circular contains vacancies within higher education and TVET institutions, including:

  • Post 31/32: Assistant Director: Financial Management
  • Post 31/33: Assistant Director: Marketing and Communication
  • Post 31/34: Human Resource Practitioner: Employee Health and Wellness
  • Post 31/35: Chief Administration Clerk
  • Post 31/36: Placement Clerk
  • Post 31/37: Assistant Director: Records Management

The official advertisement for College of Cape Town, for example, requires a completed Z83 and detailed CV and gives 15 September 2026 at 16:00 as the closing time for relevant posts.

Department of Land Reform and Rural Development

Circular 31 includes:

  • Post 31/37: Assistant Director: Records Management
  • Post 31/38: Senior Project Officer

Applicants should check the individual advertisement for the exact requirements, location, salary and application method.

National Prosecuting Authority

The NPA section includes legal and prosecutorial positions such as:

  • Post 31/39: Senior Public Prosecutor
  • Post 31/40: State Advocate
  • Post 31/41: State Advocate
  • Post 31/42: Deputy Director: Human Resources Management
  • Post 31/43: Regional Court Prosecutor
  • Post 31/44: Protector
  • Post 31/45: Assistant Director: Human Resources Management
  • Post 31/46: Assistant Director: Complaints Investigation
  • Post 31/47: Assistant Director: Service Inspection and Improvement
  • Post 31/48: Financial Investigator
  • Post 31/49: Senior Human Resources Practitioner
  • Post 31/50: Human Resources Practitioner
  • Post 31/51: Human Resources Practitioner
  • Post 31/52: Administrative Officer: Complaints Registration
  • Post 31/53: Administrative Officer: Complaints Investigation
  • Post 31/54: Administrative Clerk: Supervisor
  • Post 31/55: Finance Clerk: Salaries and Banking
  • Post 31/56: Administrative Clerk
  • Post 31/57: Human Resources Clerk
  • Post 31/58: Administrative Clerk
  • Post 31/59: Law Researcher

Applicants should check the relevant NPA advertisement for post-specific professional and qualification requirements.

Office of the Chief Justice

Circular 31 contains posts including:

  • Post 31/60: Principal Librarian
  • Post 31/61: Internal Auditor
  • Post 31/62: Human Resource Clerk
  • Post 31/63: Security Supervisors
  • Post 31/64: Usher Messenger

Department of Public Service and Administration

The circular includes:

  • Post 31/65: Personal Assistant, Office of the Director-General
  • Post 31/66: HR Clerk: Administration

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure

The circular includes posts such as:

  • Post 31/67: Deputy Director: Technical Maintenance
  • Post 31/68: Administration Officer: Construction Project Management

The Deputy Director: Technical Maintenance position is based in Pretoria and lists a salary of R1,101,468 per annum. The Administration Officer position is based in Bloemfontein and lists R338,106 per annum.

Department of Small Business Development

The circular includes:

  • Post 31/69: Assistant Director: Market Access Support
  • Post 31/70: Administrator
  • Post 31/71: Food Service Aid

Department of Tourism

The circular includes positions such as:

  • Post 31/72: Deputy Director: Tourism Integration
  • Post 31/73: Assistant Director: Investment Promotion
  • Post 31/74: Assistant Director: Knowledge Systems Identification and Support
  • Post 31/75: Assistant Director: Professional Development
  • Post 31/76: Assistant Director: Tourist Guiding Growth and Development
  • Post 31/77: Assistant Director: Information Technology Audit
  • Post 31/78: Assistant Director: Library Services
  • Post 31/79: Assistant Director: Corporate Identity and Events Management
  • Post 31/80: Graphic Designer

Department of Traditional Affairs

The circular includes:

  • Post 31/81: Assistant Director: HR Administration
  • Post 31/82: Additional departmental vacancy as advertised in the Traditional Affairs annexure

National Treasury

The circular includes:

  • Post 31/83: Financial or Treasury-related vacancy
  • Post 31/84: Financial or Treasury-related vacancy
  • Post 31/85: Financial or Treasury-related vacancy

Readers should use the official Treasury advertisement for the exact title, reference number, requirements and application method.

Department of Water and Sanitation

Circular 31 contains several Water and Sanitation vacancies under Posts 31/86 to 31/94.

These include professional, technical, administrative and management opportunities.

Provincial Vacancies

The provincial section begins at Post 31/95 and covers departments and entities in Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, North West and Western Cape.

Because provincial advertisements contain hundreds of individual posts, applicants should use the province and department headings in the official PDF to locate the relevant vacancy.

The official index places Eastern Cape on pages 92 to 148, Free State on pages 149 to 156, Gauteng on pages 157 to 168, KwaZulu-Natal on pages 169 to 196, Limpopo on pages 197 to 215, Mpumalanga on pages 216 to 288, Northern Cape on pages 289 to 298, North West on pages 299 to 312 and Western Cape on pages 313 to 344.

Important Point About the Vacancy Index

The vacancy index above is an editorial navigation aid.

It does not replace the official advertisement.

Individual advertisements contain details such as:

  • Number of posts
  • Exact reference numbers
  • Salary notches
  • Centres
  • Minimum qualifications
  • Experience
  • Duties
  • Application email addresses
  • Online recruitment systems
  • Enquiry contacts
  • Closing dates
  • Department-specific notes

For this reason, readers should open the official PDF and read the complete advertisement before applying.

Closing Dates

Circular 31 does not have one universal closing date.

Examples include:

Department of Agriculture:

11 September 2026 at 16:00.

Department of Basic Education:

11 September 2026.

Department of Employment and Labour:

11 September 2026 at 16:00 for walk-in applications and 23:59 for online applications.

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment:

14 September 2026 at 16:00.

Some Higher Education and Training advertisements:

15 September 2026 at 16:00.

These dates show why applicants should never assume the same deadline applies to every vacancy.

Amendments and Withdrawals in Circular 31

This section is important because Circular 31 does more than advertise new vacancies.

It also contains amendments and withdrawals involving previous circulars.

Department of Correctional Services withdrawals

The Department of Correctional Services withdrew several posts previously advertised in Circular 29.

The affected posts include Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Community Member positions in parts of Gauteng and Eastern Cape.

Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation amendment

Two posts previously advertised with incorrect reference numbers were amended.

Deputy Director: Procurement changed from reference 14/2025 to 14/2026.

Assistant Director: Demand and Acquisition Management changed from reference 15/2025 to 15/2026.

The closing date was extended to 4 September 2026.

Applicants who already applied do not need to re-apply.

Department of Electricity and Energy withdrawal

The Director: SOC Governance and Legal Assurance post, reference DEE2026/015, previously advertised in Circular 28, was withdrawn.

KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport amendments

Circular 31 changes the salary notch for Artisan Production Grade A posts, references DOT 180/2026 to DOT 184/2026, to R253,341 per annum.

The number of Compliance Officer: Monitoring & Evaluation posts under reference DOT 177/2026 was also changed from four to three.

Certain Handyman and Cleaner: Depot Team posts were withdrawn.

What the Requirements Mean

Government vacancy advertisements often contain several layers of requirements.

Qualification

The qualification requirement tells you the minimum educational or professional background required for the post.

For example, the Department of Agriculture’s Deputy Director: Small Business Development requires Grade 12 together with a degree in fields such as Agricultural Economics, Economics, Business Management or Development Studies.

Experience

Experience requirements usually relate to the type of work performed in the vacancy.

A candidate who has a qualification but does not meet a mandatory experience requirement should not assume the qualification alone is sufficient.

Professional registration

Some professional posts require registration with the relevant professional council.

Where registration is listed as compulsory, applicants should treat the requirement as part of the minimum eligibility criteria.

Driver’s licence

Some positions require a valid driver’s licence because the work involves travelling, field activities or operational duties.

Skills

Advertisements also list technical and behavioural skills.

These requirements help applicants understand what the department expects from the person appointed.

Who Should Apply?

You should consider a Circular 31 vacancy when you:

  • Meet the minimum qualification.
  • Meet the required experience.
  • Hold mandatory professional registration where required.
  • Meet driver’s licence requirements where applicable.
  • Meet any citizenship requirements stated in the advertisement.
  • Are available to work at the advertised location.
  • Can follow the stated application procedure.
  • Can submit before the closing date.

Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee shortlisting or appointment.

Who Should Not Apply?

You should reconsider applying when you:

  • Do not meet a mandatory qualification.
  • Do not have required experience.
  • Lack compulsory professional registration.
  • Do not hold a mandatory driver’s licence.
  • Cannot meet a mandatory location or work requirement.
  • Cannot submit the required documents.
  • Intend to submit after the closing date.
  • Plan to use an old Z83 where the advertisement requires the current form.
  • Plan to ignore the application method stated by the department.

Application Method

Application methods vary.

Circular 31 contains advertisements using:

  • Email
  • Hand delivery
  • Post
  • Online recruitment systems
  • Department-specific electronic application platforms

The Department of Agriculture, for example, accepts applications by email or hand delivery and requires a completed Z83 and detailed CV.

DFFE requires online applications through its recruitment system.

The Department of Employment and Labour gives specific instructions for online submissions, including combining the Z83 and CV into one PDF attachment for the relevant applications.

Follow the method stated in the individual vacancy.

Z83 Requirements

The circular instructs prospective applicants to use the new Z83, effective from 1 January 2021. Applicants must also indicate the vacancy reference number.

Some departments provide additional Z83 instructions.

The Department of Basic Education states that the old Z83 will result in disqualification, requires the form to be completed in full and requires page 2 to be signed.

The Department of Employment and Labour also states that each post should have its own application form and provides detailed completion instructions.

What Documents Do You Need?

Document requirements vary.

A vacancy might request:

  • New Z83
  • Detailed CV
  • Qualification documents at shortlisting stage
  • Identity document
  • Professional registration evidence
  • Driver’s licence
  • SAQA evaluation for foreign qualifications
  • Service certificates
  • References

Do not automatically attach every document you own.

Follow the exact instructions for the vacancy.

For example, the Department of Agriculture states that shortlisted candidates must provide certified documents where required.

Application Checklist

Before pressing send or submitting an online application, check:

  • Correct department
  • Correct job title
  • Correct post number
  • Correct reference number
  • Correct qualification
  • Required experience
  • Professional registration
  • Driver’s licence where required
  • Current Z83 where required
  • Z83 fully completed
  • Required signature
  • Detailed CV
  • Correct application email
  • Correct online recruitment system
  • Correct subject line
  • Correct file format
  • Attachment size checked
  • Separate application submitted where required
  • Closing date checked
  • Proof of submission saved

Common Application Mistakes

Using the old Z83

Some departments expressly state that an old Z83 results in disqualification.

Missing the reference number

The general circular instructions require applicants to indicate the vacancy reference number.

Sending an application to DPSA

DPSA issues the circular, but the individual advertising department handles vacancy enquiries and applications.

Using the wrong email address

Government departments often use different email addresses for different posts.

Applying after the deadline

Late applications might not be considered.

Sending the wrong file type

Some departments specify PDF requirements and reject unsupported formats.

Sending one application for multiple posts

Where separate applications are required, submit separate applications.

Ignoring amendments

A previous advertisement might have a changed reference number, salary, number of posts or closing date.

Applying for a withdrawn vacancy

Always check the amendment and withdrawal notices before applying for an older advertisement.

Copying inaccurate information into your application

Government advertisements include verification and suitability checks. Applicants should provide accurate information.

Salary Information

Circular 31 contains a wide range of salaries.

Examples include:

Position Salary
Administrative Officer, Department of Agriculture R338,106 p.a.
Senior Administration Clerk, Basic Education R237,453 p.a.
Chief Human Resource Officer, Agriculture R413,001 p.a.
Deputy Director, Agriculture R932,292 p.a.
Deputy Director, Labour Centre Operations R1,101,468 p.a.
Assistant Director, State Forest Management R605,742 p.a.
Director, National School Nutrition Programme R1,317,384 p.a.

These are examples from specific advertisements, not a universal government salary scale.

SMS Positions

Applicants interested in Senior Management Service vacancies should read the additional requirements carefully.

The circular provides information about the SMS pre-entry certificate and directs applicants to the National School of Government for details.

Some department advertisements also require shortlisted SMS candidates to complete technical exercises, practical assessments, integrity assessments and managerial competency assessments.

What Happens After You Apply?

The exact recruitment process depends on the department and position.

Applicants should expect possible stages such as:

  1. Application screening
  2. Shortlisting
  3. Qualification verification
  4. Employment verification
  5. Reference checks
  6. Personnel suitability checks
  7. Practical or technical assessment
  8. Integrity assessment
  9. Interview
  10. Competency assessment where applicable
  11. Security vetting where applicable
  12. Final recommendation
  13. Appointment

For example, DFFE states that shortlisted candidates undergo screening and security vetting, while some SMS applicants undergo practical and integrity assessments.

How to Choose the Right Circular 31 Vacancy

Do not apply for every job because the title sounds attractive.

Start with your qualification.

Then check:

  1. Required experience.
  2. Professional registration.
  3. Location.
  4. Salary.
  5. Duties.
  6. Application method.
  7. Closing date.

A good match should satisfy the minimum requirements before you spend time preparing the application.

How to Improve Your Application

Your application should make the relevant evidence easy for the recruiting department to identify.

Use a detailed CV.

Describe your previous responsibilities clearly.

Match your experience to the advertised duties without copying the advertisement word-for-word.

Check dates, job titles, qualifications and references for accuracy.

Complete the Z83 according to the department’s instructions.

Keep a copy of the application and proof of submission.

Official Source

The official DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular page lists Circular 31 of 2026 and provides access to the Public Service Vacancy Circular archive.

The official DPSA guidance states that the circular contains advertisements for vacant posts and jobs in Public Service departments. It also states that vacancy enquiries should go to the relevant advertising department.

Official sources:

[Official DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular page] [https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/]

[Official DPSA Newsroom] [https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/]

Use the official DPSA circular and the relevant government department’s advertisement as your final source before applying.

About the Author

Godwin Samuel is the founder and publisher of DPSACircular.co.za.

He has more than eight years of experience researching employment information, recruitment guidance and public sector career opportunities.

His work focuses on helping South African job seekers understand government vacancy advertisements, application requirements, Z83 forms, recruitment processes and public sector career opportunities.

DPSACircular.co.za independently reviews government vacancy information and adds practical explanations to help readers understand the application process.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026?

Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026 is an official government vacancy publication containing advertisements for vacant posts and jobs in Public Service departments. The circular was issued on 28 August 2026.

2. When was Circular 31 of 2026 published?

The circular was issued on 28 August 2026.

3. How many pages are in Circular 31?

The supplied official PDF contains 344 pages.

4. Which departments are included?

Circular 31 contains national departments and all nine provincial administrations. The national and provincial sections are listed in the official index.

5. Does Circular 31 contain provincial government jobs?

Yes. The circular contains vacancies from Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Northern Cape, North West and Western Cape.

6. What Z83 form should I use?

Use the new Z83 effective from 1 January 2021 where the vacancy requires a Z83.

7. Do all vacancies have the same closing date?

No. Each vacancy or department might have a different deadline.

8. What is the closing date for Department of Agriculture vacancies?

The Department of Agriculture advertisement lists 11 September 2026 at 16:00.

9. What is the DFFE closing date?

DFFE lists 14 September 2026 at 16:00 and states that late applications will not be accepted.

10. What is the closing date for some College of Cape Town vacancies?

The relevant advertisements list 15 September 2026 at 16:00.

11. Do I need to submit certified qualifications immediately?

Not always. Several advertisements state that certified documents are requested from shortlisted candidates.

12. Do I need a separate application for each vacancy?

Where the department states that separate applications are required, submit a separate application for each post.

13. Can I apply for a withdrawn vacancy?

No. If a post has been withdrawn, follow the latest advertisement and withdrawal notice.

14. Were any Circular 29 vacancies amended in Circular 31?

Yes. Circular 31 contains amendments to posts previously advertised in Circular 29, including reference-number changes and closing-date changes.

15. Were any previous vacancies withdrawn?

Yes. The circular contains withdrawals involving the Department of Correctional Services, Department of Electricity and Energy and KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport.

16. Does DPSA accept applications?

No. Applicants should submit applications to the department advertising the vacancy.

17. Can I ask DPSA about a specific vacancy?

The circular instructs applicants to direct enquiries about advertised posts to the department where the vacancy exists.

18. Are there senior management vacancies?

Yes. Circular 31 contains senior management positions and provides information about SMS pre-entry requirements.

19. Are there entry-level vacancies?

Yes. Circular 31 contains vacancies at different qualification and salary levels, including administrative and support positions.

20. Is DPSACircular.co.za the official DPSA website?

No. DPSACircular.co.za is an independent government-job information and application guidance website.

Final Application Check

Before submitting your Circular 31 application, verify:

  • Job title
  • Post number
  • Reference number
  • Qualification
  • Experience
  • Salary
  • Location
  • Application method
  • Required documents
  • Closing date
  • Amendment notices
  • Withdrawal notices

Use the official government advertisement as the final authority.

Editorial Update Log

28 August 2026: Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026 issued.

1 September 2026: DPSACircular.co.za reviewed the supplied circular, including the department index, vacancy information, application requirements, amendments and withdrawals.

Future updates: This page should be updated when an official amendment, withdrawal or other material change affects a Circular 31 vacancy.

Final Disclaimer

DPSACircular.co.za is an independent South African job information website.

We are not the official Department of Public Service and Administration and are not affiliated with the South African Government or any government department.

We do not accept applications or participate in recruitment decisions.

Applicants should always verify the vacancy against the official government advertisement before submitting an application.


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