Unisa Undergraduate Application Now Open 2026

Applications to study undergraduate qualifications at UNISA for 2025 are now open. Prospective students can now apply for admission to UNISA’s (University of South Africa) undergraduate courses for the 2026 academic year, which include bachelor’s degrees, diplomas, higher certificates, postgraduate diplomas, and honours programs. The online application window will remain available from August 11, 2025, until October 14, 2025. Prospective students may get the application form from the UNISA website (www.unisa.ac.za).

This article contains all the details, including document requirements, fee requirements and steps to apply to the University of South Africa

UNISA Late Applications Policy

It is recommended to submit applications on or before the deadline, as the University of South Africa (UNISA) may only accept late applications if spots are still available in the chosen courses

Application Rejections at UNISA

To increase your chances of acceptance, it is important to address common application issues:

Satisfy the Minimum admission requirements

Make sure you choose a course that you meet the requirements for, as selection is based on academic performance.

High Competition

Due to limited space, UNISA can only accommodate a handful of students. If your desired program is highly competitive, consider applying for alternative programs with fewer applicants.

Incomplete Applications

Ensure all required fields are filled out on the form before you submit. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Submit certified copies of required documents, and make sure they are submitted on time

Who can apply to study at UNISA?

The University of South Africa’s 2026 application window is open to

First-time applicants: individuals who have not previously studied at Unisa.
Current Unisa students: students who are currently enrolled at Unisa and wish to pursue a new qualification or change the specialization of their current qualification.

UNISA 2026 Application Mode

The undergraduate admissions application process at Unisa is now entirely online. Interested students must apply online via the official Unisa website to be considered for this semester. Please be aware that UNISA no longer accepts paper applications and will not accept applications sent by email

Do I Need to Pay an Application Fee to Apply to Unisa?

There is an R135.00 non-refundable application fee for Unisa online applications. This fee covers the cost of processing your application and is only required for first-time applicants.

How to Apply to UNISA for 2026

If you are looking to apply to the University of South Africa, kindly follow the steps below:

Visit the UNISA website and click on Apply Now.
Enter your data to create an account.
Log in to your MyUnisa account and fill in the required fields.
Upload documents securely through the online application system.
A non-refundable application fee of R135 applies to first-time applicants.
Pay online or via bank deposit.
Review all information and uploaded documents for accuracy.
Submit your forms now.
Receive a confirmation email from UNISA after successful submission.

Unisa Contact Details

All application, registration, and study-related information is available on the Unisa corporate website in both web and Mobi formats.
- Unisa website (http://www.unisa.ac.za)
The myUnisa website.
- myUnisa (https://my.unisa.ac.za/)
Fax enquiries to 012 429 4150

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