Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is thrilled to announce that applications for the 2026 academic year are officially open. This presents an excellent opportunity to join a vibrant academic community and pursue your studies at one of South Africa’s leading universities of technology. The application period for TUT’s 2026 intake will begin in April 2025 and will close on September 30, 2025.

This article offers key details for prospective students who are looking to enroll at Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) for the 2026 academic year. It includes important dates, application procedures, and the entry requirements for TUT admissions in 2026.

Relevant Application Dates of TUT 2026

What You Need to Know About TUT 2026 Applications

Who Is Qualified to Apply TUT 2026?

Individuals with the appropriate academic qualifications and a passion for learning are encouraged to apply. TUT offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across seven faculties to qualified students, including:

• Domestic and International Students
• Persons with physical disabilities
• Transfer students
• Previous applicants
• New and senior students
• Anyone wishing to start a new qualification or pursue further studies

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Required Documents for Application

• Identification: Certified copy of your South African ID or passport, including the page with your name, photo, date of birth, and nationality.
• Academic Records:
  • National Senior Certificate (NSC) or your highest academic results.
  • If currently in Grade 12, submit your Grade 11 results along with a letter from your school confirming your enrollment in Grade 12.
  • If upgrading your Matric results, include a letter from your institution stating your status and expected completion date.
• Application Fee: Proof of payment for the R240 application fee, including a copy of your receipt.

How to Apply

Prospective students can apply either online or by completing a printed Application for Admission form for the specified academic year. All application forms are officially authorized by the university.

General Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to TUT, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• A pass in English at Senior Certificate level (minimum additional language; some programs may require first or home language).
• Each program has specific admission requirements that may vary from year to year.
• Some programs may require an admission test to determine eligibility or recommend enrollment in a foundation course.

NSC Entry Requirements

The following table outlines the minimum admission requirements based on the National Senior Certificate (NSC) grading system:

Rating Code	Achievement Level	Rating Marks
7	Outstanding achievement	80 – 100
6	Meritorious achievement	70 – 79
5	Substantial achievement	60 – 69
4	Adequate achievement	50 – 59
3	Moderate achievement	40 – 49
2	Elementary achievement	30 – 39
1	Not achieved	0 – 29

For more detailed information about admissions, please visit the Tshwane University of Technology Admissions page.