DUT Online Application 2026 Opening Date
DUT Online Application 2026 Opening Date
Durban University of Technology is currently accepting applicants for the 2026 academic year. You can now apply for your desired undergraduate or graduate course at one of South Africa’s leading universities, whether you are a national or non-national student. Durban University of Technology does not guarantee submissions submitted after the deadline. We encourage that you apply as soon as possible to ensure your spot in the course.
Step-by-step Application Guidelines for Durban University of Technology
To apply to Durban University of Technology, complete the steps outlined below.
Step 1: Selection Criteria
- You must meet the selected course’s minimum and faculty criteria.
- Apply for up to three study programs using the same form.
- Please submit only one application form for 2026.
- Submit the completed application form.
- If you were previously refused, you can reapply for the academic year 2026.
Step 2: Required Documents During DUT 2026 Application
Undergraduate
- Certified copy of your ID or passport document (compulsory).
- Certified Grade 11 end-of-year examination results (for those currently in grade 12) or your National Senior/Matric/IEB Certificate (if you have already completed Grade 12).
- Certified copies of your degree certificate(s) and academic record (if you attended or are currently a student at DUT or another university).
- Certified copy of your marriage certificate (if applicable).
- Proof of payment of the compulsory and non-refundable application fee
Postgraduate
- Certified copies of the following documents:
- Matric exemption certificate (including subject marks)
- ID document / Passport / Work permit / Study permit
- Diploma/Degree certificate/s
- Comprehensive academic record (indicating marks obtained for subjects)
- Certificate of registration with the relevant professional council (if applicable)
- Letter of appointment as a registrar with a date of assumption of duty
- Motivational letter and CV (for Health applicants only)
- Medical aid (Non-South Africans)
- Students with non-South African qualifications must attach a SAQA evaluation certificate with their previous degrees obtained
- Application fee
Step 3: Non-refundable Handling Fee
Durban University of Technology application fee for 2026 admission is as follows:
- South African citizens pay a non-refundable application fee of R250.
- International applicants are charged a non-refundable application fee of R300.
This non-refundable fee must be paid before your application is processed. Ensure you keep a copy of the deposit slip as proof of payment.
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Step 4: Mode of Payments
Online: Go to www.dut.ac.za and pay your fees securely using your credit card
Direct Deposit: An applicant must deposit the exact amount into the university’s account details provided below:
- Bank: standard bank
- A/c no: 050505416
- Branch code: 040126
- Branch name: ABC DURBAN
- Swift code: SBZAZAJJ
- Customer ID: 026Z
Step 5: Who is eligible to apply to Durban University of Technology?
The following individuals are eligible to apply for admission for the 2026 academic year to Durban University of Technology:
- First-time applicants applying to Durban University of Technology for the very first time
- Students who have never been given Durban University of Technology student number in the previous years
- Students who are already enrolled in the university but want to change qualifications.
Step 6: How to Apply Online for Durban University of Technology Admission
Follow these steps to apply to Durban University of Technology for the 2026 academic year:
- Visit CAO’s official website at www.cao.ac.za
- Select “Click here to apply.”
- Accept the application rules and click “proceed.”
- Enter your details and click “next.”
- Enter academic scores, add subjects, then click “next.”
- Select your school from the drop-down box and click “next.”
- Choose two program options, click “add qualification,” and then “next.”
- Verify application details and click “Continue.”
- To upload documents, select “yes” and click “next.”
- Click “Load/View Document,” then “Upload Document,” choose files, and save.
- To finish uploading all documents, click “Finish upload.”
- After completing the application process, you will receive a confirmation page
Step 7: When to Apply to Durban University of Technology For 2026
Durban University of Technology is now accepting applications for the 2026 academic year, starting on April 1, 2025. Below are the application deadlines:
- General Deadline: November 30, 2025
- Program-Specific Deadlines: Some programs may have earlier deadlines, so check the DUT website (www.dut.ac.za) for the courses with earlier closing dates.
Contact DUT
- Post O Box 1334, Durban 4000
- Telephone Number: 031 373 2000 (DBN) / 033 845 8800 (PMB)
- Email Address: info@dut.ac.za
- OFFICIAL WEBSITE: www.dut.ac.za
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