Is Nelson Mandela University Open For 2026 Application

Nelson Mandela University is now accepting applications for the 2026 academic year. You can now apply for your preferred undergraduate or graduate course at one of South Africa’s top universities, whether you are a national or non-national student. Nelson Mandela University does not guarantee applications submitted beyond the deadline. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible to secure your position in the course.

Step-by-step Application Guidelines for NMU

To apply to Nelson Mandela University (NMU), you must complete the steps outlined below.

Step 1: Selection Criteria

You must meet the minimum and faculty requirements of the selected course.
Apply for up to three study programs on the same form.
Submit only one application form for 2026.
Submit a completed application form.

Step 2: Required Documents During Application

South African student

Proof of payment for the R500 application fee, only if you are a foreign student
A completed student support form (Disability Applicant)
Final grade 11 assessment results as per the Department of Education guidelines.
National Senior Certificate (NSC) or IEB/Statement of symbols of final school results

International Applicants

Proof of permanent residency, refugee or asylum-seeking status
Grade 11 results (pre-final) and final-year school subjects with levels
Final school results from the International Curriculum (Cambridge International, International Baccalaureate, etc.), including School of Tomorrow.
Additional subjects and rewrite the results.

Step 3: Non-refundable Handling Fee

The application fee for the 2026 academic intake is as follows:.

Free for South African applicants
R500 for international applicants

Step 4: Payment Methods

Online: Nelson Mandela University (NMU) accepts online payments.

You can make payment with your credit or debit card, and you will receive a receipt shortly after the university receives your payment
Follow the on-screen instructions during the application process to pay your registration fee online.

Bank payment: pay the application fee into the account below:

Account Name: Nelson Mandela University—Main
Bank Name: Standard Bank
Bank Address: Rink Street, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Internet Banking Code: 051001
Account Number: 080263011
Bank Swift Code: SBZA ZAJJ
Reference: 5350 4605 & Student Name

Important notes:

Keep a copy of your deposit slip or online payment confirmation for your records.
The application fee is non-refundable.
Your application will not be processed until the application fee has been paid

Step 5: How to Apply Online for NMU Admission

Follow these steps to apply to Nelson Mandela University (NMU) for the 2026 academic year:

Visit the application page on the NMU website and click “Apply Now.”
Enter your personal and contact details.
Accept the terms and conditions to proceed.
Select your program and check the entry requirements.
Complete the application form.
Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are compulsory
Choose the year of study and select your qualification.
Enter your academic results.
Only submit once all necessary fields have been filled out.
upload official copies of all supporting documentation.

Step 6: When to Apply to NMU

The Nelson Mandela University 2026 application window will open on April 1, 2025, with the closing dates as follows:

31 May 2025 for MBChB applicants with the NBT (if applicable) to be written by no later than 31 July 2025.
30 June 2025 for Bachelor of Radiography (Diagnostic) applications.
4 August 2025 for early applications (excluding MBChB & BRad)
30 September 2025 for late applications (excluding MBChB & BRad)
30 September 2025 for international student applications (excluding MBChB).

Contact Details of NMU

Address: North Campus, 2 March Ave., Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth, 6031
Phone Number: +27 41 504 1111
Email: exams@mandela.ac.za

For more information, go to the official website of Nelson Mandela University at https://www.mandela.ac.za/

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