The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) has released Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, published on 23 October 2026. The circular provides information about government job vacancies across various national departments and provincial administrations in South Africa. Job seekers interested in public service employment can use the circular to identify available positions, review the relevant requirements and access the official vacancy documents for their preferred departments or provinces.
DPSA Circular 38 of 2026
DPSA Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026 contains separate vacancy documents for national government departments and provincial administrations. Applicants should open the relevant departmental or provincial PDF to view the advertised posts, job requirements, salary details, reference numbers, application procedures and closing dates.
Circular 38 of 2026: Important Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Circular Name | DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026 |
| Posting Date | 23 October 2026 |
| Country | South Africa |
| Recruiting Institutions | National Departments and Provincial Administrations |
| Full Circular | Download/View Circular 38 of 2026 |
| WhatsApp Channel | DPSA Vacancy Circular |
| Application Method | Follow the instructions in the relevant vacancy advertisement |
| Closing Dates | Check the individual vacancy documents |
National Departments Vacancies – Circular 38 of 2026
The national departments section provides links to individual vacancy documents published under Circular 38 of 2026. Applicants can select their preferred department to view the advertised positions and application requirements.
| National Department | Vacancy Document |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | View Vacancies |
| Basic Education | View Vacancies |
| Correctional Services | View Vacancies |
| Employment and Labour | View Vacancies |
| Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment | View Vacancies |
| Government Printing Works | View Vacancies |
| Health | View Vacancies |
| Higher Education and Training | View Vacancies |
| Independent Police Investigative Directorate | View Vacancies |
| Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services | View Vacancies |
| Land Reform and Rural Development | View Vacancies |
| Office of the Chief Justice | View Vacancies |
| Public Works and Infrastructure | View Vacancies |
| Small Business Development | View Vacancies |
| South African Police Service (SAPS) | View Vacancies |
| Tourism | View Vacancies |
| Treasury | View Vacancies |
| Women, Youth and Persons With Disabilities | View Vacancies |
| The Presidency | View Vacancies |
Provincial Administration Vacancies – Circular 38 of 2026
Circular 38 of 2026 also includes vacancy documents for provincial administrations. Applicants seeking government employment in a particular province should open the corresponding document and check the positions advertised.
| Provincial Administration | Vacancy Document |
|---|---|
| Eastern Cape | View Vacancies |
| Gauteng | View Vacancies |
| KwaZulu-Natal | View Vacancies |
| Limpopo | View Vacancies |
| Mpumalanga | View Vacancies |
| Northern Cape | View Vacancies |
| North West | View Vacancies |
| Western Cape | View Vacancies |
How to Apply for DPSA Circular 38 of 2026 Vacancies
Applicants should follow the application instructions provided in the specific vacancy advertisement. Each department or provincial administration may advertise different positions with distinct qualification requirements, application procedures and closing dates. To apply:
- Open the relevant departmental or provincial vacancy document using the tables above.
- Identify a position that matches your qualifications, experience and skills.
- Read the job description, minimum requirements, salary information and reference number carefully.
- Prepare the required application documents and complete any prescribed application forms.
- Submit your application using the method and contact details specified in the advertisement.
- Ensure that your application reaches the relevant department before the stated closing date.
For positions requiring the Z83 application form, applicants should use the prescribed form and follow the instructions in the advertisement regarding supporting documents and submission.
Important Information for Applicants
The publication date of Circular 38 of 2026 is 23 October 2026. However, individual vacancies may have different application deadlines. Applicants should therefore check the closing date for each position before submitting an application. Candidates are also advised to use the official DPSA vacancy documents to confirm the authenticity of advertisements and avoid relying solely on summaries published on other websites.
Conclusion
DPSA Circular 38 of 2026 provides access to government vacancy announcements across national departments and provincial administrations in South Africa. Interested applicants should review the relevant documents, confirm that they meet the requirements and submit complete applications before the applicable deadlines.
