TUT Online Application 2027 – Apply Now

Prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students are invited to apply to the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), as the application portal is now open. Applications for the January 2027 intake will be accepted from April 1, 2026, until September 30, 2026. To apply, please visit the TUT portal at www.tut.ac.za and submit your form before the deadline. We encourage applications from students worldwide.

Learn from this article how you can successfully complete and submit your TUT 2027 application before the closing date!

Who Can Apply?

TUT welcomes applications from both South African citizens and international students, provided they meet the general admission criteria and the specific requirements of their selected faculty.

Best Time to Apply to TUT

The perfect period to apply to Tshwane University of Technology is between April 1 and September 30, 2026, for the academic year 2027. TUT will only accept late applications if there is still available space after the deadline.

Required Documents

To be considered for admission, applicants must submit the following:

A completed application form
Recently certified copies of your ID, National Senior Certificate, and/or highest academic qualifications
Proof of payment for the application fee

How to Apply

To apply online, follow these steps:

Visit the TUT Online Application website: https://www.tut.ac.za/
Click on “Study@TUT” in the top right corner.
Select “Apply Now.”
Indicate whether you have a student number or are a new applicant.
Choose if you are completing an existing application.
Accept the consent form.
Follow the prompts to fill out your application.
Provide accurate personal information.
Select your desired program(s).
Upload all required documents in PDF.
Click submit after review for correction
Submit your application and pay the application fee online using a credit or debit card.
You will receive a confirmation email with your application reference number, and you can track your application status on the portal.

Alternatively, you can complete a physical application form and mail it to:

Tshwane University of Technology
Private Bag X680
Pretoria 0001

For hand deliveries, use the following address:

Central Admissions Office
Building 21-LG20
Pretoria Campus
Staatsartillerie Road
Pretoria West

Non-refundable Application Fee

The application fee for 2027 is R240. This non-refundable fee covers administrative processing costs. Payment can be made via postal order, electronic transfer, or direct bank deposit to the following account:

Bank: Absa
Account No.: 04 000 0003
Reference No.: Applicant’s ID number

Admission Requirements

Before applying, ensure you meet the following criteria:

Each program has its specific requirements.
A pass in English at the Senior Certificate level is necessary (minimum additional language; some programs may require first or home language).
Admission requirements may change annually, and some programs may require an admission test.