CPUT Online Application 2026 Undergraduate

CPUT Online Application 2026 Undergraduate

The CPUT Online Application for Undergraduate Programs allows prospective students to apply for admission to various degrees, diplomas, and certificates offered by Cape Peninsula University of Technology. Therefore, the online application portal is open for undergraduate applications for the 2026 academic year. The application portal will open from May to September 2025 for CPUT students who have taken a gap in their studies and missed the application timeline, or those wishing to complete their phasing-out programs can apply for re-admission to continue their studies.

The undergraduate 2026 online application form is available on the official website of the university for South African and international high school graduates. Applicants must create an account, fill in personal and academic details, choose programs, upload required documents, pay the application fee, and submit the application before the specified deadline. Before applying, check that you meet the admission requirements for your chosen program, as acceptance depends on both eligibility and space availability. Keep in mind that final acceptance is based on your Final Grade 12 results.

Prospective students must ensure to submit their online application before the closing date as late applications may not be accepted for the 2026 academic year for undergraduates. In this article, we will provide you with the application dates and deadlines for undergraduates, application requirements and the online application procedure for the 2026 academic year.

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CPUT Undergraduate Online Application Date 2026

The online application portal opens on the following dates for undergraduate applications for the 2026 academic year;

The application window for most undergraduate programs for 2026 has closed, with the following exceptions:

• A limited number of programs have had their application deadline extended to 13 January 2026.
• Certain programs are available exclusively to returning CPUT students. Applications for these programs will be open from 07 January 2026 to 10 January 2026.

Online Application Fee For CPUT Undergraduate 2026

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) charges an R100 fee for paper-based applications, while online applications are free of charge.

Admission Requirements For CPUT Undergraduate Application 2026

Prospective undergraduate students must meet specific academic qualifications to be eligible for admission. These typically include a Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification. For students following the Cambridge system, the requirements are as follows:

• Subject Requirements: A minimum of five subjects passed at the IGCSE and HIGCSE levels, with at least two subjects at the HIGCSE level.
• Language Proficiency: A pass in the language of instruction at CPUT (either English or Afrikaans).

Required Grades:

• IGCSE: Grades A, B, or C
• HIGCSE: Grades 1, 2, or 3
• Other senior school qualifications will be evaluated individually to determine eligibility.

Admission Requirements for International Applicants

• Undergraduate Programmes: International applicants must qualify for a Matriculation Exemption to enrol in degree programmes at South African universities.
• Advanced Diploma and Postgraduate Programmes: A SAQA (South African Qualifications Authority) certificate is required for all first-year undergraduate programmes, including Higher Certificates and Diplomas.

Required Documents for Online Undergraduate Application to CPUT 2026–2027

To apply online for the 2026 academic year undergraduate programs at CPUT, please ensure you submit the following documents:

1. For South African Applicants

• Identity Document: A certified copy of the first page of your ID or Birth Certificate.
• School Qualification: A certified copy of your Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification. If you are currently in Grade 12, submit your Grade 11 results.
• Academic Records: Certified copies of your original Academic Record and Certificate of Conduct, or other certificates, diplomas, or degrees obtained from previous higher education institutions.

1. For International Applicants

Permanent Residency Applicants:

• A certified copy of your passport.
• Proof of Permanent Residency or South African ID.
• Refugees/Asylum Seekers: A certified copy of your temporary permit or formal recognition of refugee status in South Africa.

1. Passport: A certified copy of your passport.
2. School-Leaving Certificate: If your certificate is not in English, include a certified English translation.

Country-Specific Requirements

• Congo-Brazzaville Applicants: Submit your Liste des Admis au Bac along with a certified English translation.
• Democratic Republic of Congo Applicants: Provide your Sixth-Year Bulletin, Diplom D’Etat, journal, transcripts, or embassy confirmation of results.
• Angolan Applicants: Submit Portuguese results accompanied by a certified English translation.
• Applicants from Gabon, Cameroon, Bangladesh, and Burundi: Provide French results with a certified English translation.

Note: All English translations must be stamped by a sworn translator.

For International Nursing Applicants

• Approval of nursing qualifications from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• Proof of temporary registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) valid for two years.
• A valid study permit.

NB: Ensure all documents are certified, clear, and complete to avoid delays in processing your application.

READ: CPUT Applications For 2026-2027

How To Apply Online For CPUT Undergraduate 2026

Follow the step-by-step guide below to apply online at CPUT 2026-2027;

• Visit the CPUT official website

Visit https://www.cput.ac.za/

• Choose Your Programme and Check Requirements

Browse the list of available programmes.

• Prepare and Upload Your Documents

Gather all required documents, including any outstanding ones. Applicants under 18 must submit a Minor Application Declaration form.

• Complete the online

Download and complete the online application form with the required information

• Upload Documents

Upload certified copies of the required supporting documents

• Apply

Submit your completed application to apply.

Contact CPUT

For general inquiries, you can contact the CPUT call centre at info@cput.ac.za or reach them by phone at +27 21 959 6767. For inquiries related to applications, admissions, and registration, you can contact the following numbers:

• +27 21 959 6393
• +27 21 959 6270
• +27 21 959 6072
• +27 21 460 3393
• +27 21 460 3373
• +27 21 460 8353

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