TUT Online Application Opening Date for 2026

TUT Online Application Opening Date 2026–2027

TUT Online Application Opening Date for 2026 – 2027. Learn the application opening date, steps to apply, and requirements for undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) opens its online applications annually for students who want to study in the upcoming academic year. TUT’s application platform allows prospective students to apply conveniently online for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across its campuses.

Online Application Opening Date

For the 2026–2027 academic year, TUT’s online application portal opens on 1 March 2026. From this date, prospective applicants can submit their details, select their preferred qualification, and upload supporting documents directly on the TUT admissions system.

How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to apply once the portal opens:

Visit the TUT Website: Go to the official portal at www.tut.ac.za and click on the “Apply Now” link.
Create an Applicant Account: Use your email address and personal details to register as a new applicant.
Complete the Online Form: Choose the programme you wish to study and fill in your academic history.
Upload Supporting Documents: These may include:
- Certified copy of your ID or passport
- Grade 11 or Grade 12 academic results
- Any additional documentation required for specific programmes
Submit Your Application: Once all sections are complete, submit your application online before the closing date.

Important Notes

Make sure all personal information and academic results are correct before submission.
Keep copies of your application reference number and certificate uploads.
Late applications may still be considered after the official closing date, depending on programme availability.

To view all the closing dates for the 2026 January intake, please click here:

TSHWANE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY 2026 ACADEMIC CORE CALENDAR
January 2026 Intake
GENERAL INFORMATION

Admission Requirements

Minimum general admission requirements for study at TUT
No person may be registered as a student in a programme of TUT unless he or she has complied with the following
General admission requirements for TUT

A pass mark in English at Senior Certificate level (minimum additional language; certain programmes may require first or home language status)
Each course has its own specific admission requirements.
Prospective students should note that the admission requirements of individual programmes could change from year to year.
For some programmes, students will be required to write an admission test, which will determine whether they will be admitted to the programme, or whether it will be recommended to them that they enrol for a relevant foundation course.
The following table indicates the levels of performance required for entry to specific levels of study:

TUT Requirements NSC – Gaps your profile 
Results format for the new NSC-G and the minimum admission requirements for TUT:

Rating code		Rating Marks
1	Outstanding achievement	80 – 100
2	Meritorious achievement	70 – 79
3	Degree substantial achievement	60 – 69
4	Diploma adequate achievement	50 – 59
5	Foundation moderate achievement	40 – 49
6	Elementary achievement	30 – 39
7	Not achieved	0 – 29

Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy?

All learners are required to take one of the two subjects for NSC-G purposes
TUT position:

Mathematics is relevant to programmes that require prior knowledge of mathematics; all others may only require Mathematical Literacy. (Details of what each subject entails can be determined by looking at the DoE curriculum statements, available on the DoE website).