NMU Online Application 2026

Prospective students interested in studying at Nelson Mandela University can apply now because the admission window for 2026 is now open. The institution has officially launched the application system for the 2026 academic year, encouraging both South African citizens and non-citizens to apply for undergraduate or postgraduate degrees. All Nelson Mandela University courses are open for applications for 2026. If you want to enroll in the early bird courses, you must apply within the application period

Are NMU applications open for 2026?

Yes! NMU applications for 2026 are open for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The application period generally runs from April 1st to September 30th for most undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to apply as early as possible within the stipulated dates.

Nelson Mandela University online application dates 2026

Nelson Mandela University believes that all interested students will submit their application materials before the deadline. The regular application period for 2026 would be April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025. It is important to know that some courses will end sooner than September 30. View the entire course schedule and the 2026 application date here.

NMU Application fee for International Students

All domestic students can apply online for free at Nelson Mandela University (NMU). On the other hand, foreign nationals must pay a processing fee of R500. Get more information about the 2026 application process, including admission requirements, by downloading the prospectus from the NMU website.

How to Apply Online to Nelson Mandela University For 2026

Follow these steps to complete and submit 2026 applications to Nelson Mandela University:

Visit the NMU Admissions Portal.
Register as a new applicant and save your reference number for future use.
Fill out the application form with your personal and academic details.
Upload all necessary documents before exiting.
Pay the required fee (R500 for overseas students) and provide evidence of payment.
Submit your application before the deadline

List of Required Documents for NMU Application

You are required to have the documents below before you can apply

Undergraduate Applicants:

Copy of South African ID (for South African citizens) or passport (for international students).
Certified copy of Grade 12 (NSC) results or equivalent (if available).
Proof of address (for South African applicants).
Certified copy of previous academic qualifications (for transfer students).
Passport-sized photograph (if required).

Postgraduate Applicants:

Certified copy of undergraduate degree or equivalent.
Transcripts of academic records.
Proof of previous qualifications or professional experience (if applicable).
Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Research proposal (for research-based postgraduate programs).
Letters of recommendation (if required).

Nelson Mandela University Minimum and Entry Requirements For 2026

You need to meet the following requirements to secure an admission spot at Nelson Mandela University for the 2026 academic year:

Qualification	Entry Minimum Requirement
Higher Certificate	Pass NSC with: A minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution, together with any other university requirements.
Diploma	Pass NSC with: A minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution, coupled with an achievement rating of 3 (40–49%) or better in four recognised NSC 20-credit subjects (this excludes LO which is 10-credits), together with any other university requirements.
Bachelors Degree	Pass NSC with: A minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution, coupled with an achievement rating of 4 (50–59%) or better in four recognised 20-credit NSC subjects (this excludes LO which is 10-credits), together with any other university requirements.

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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