TVET Colleges Online Application Date 2026

Prospective students can apply online for admission to TVET colleges for the 2026 academic year, which starts each year. The application date varies amongst Eastern Cape colleges. In general, TVET colleges open their portal on April 1 to accept undergraduate and postgraduate applications for the next academic year.

TVET Colleges’ online application platform typically ends on November 30th. As a result, prospective students must keep track of the application dates for the TVET colleges of their choosing.

TVET Colleges Online Application Requirement 2026

Academic requirements differ based on the degree of education you want to pursue in South Africa.

Bachelor Degree

• A National Senior Certificate is required for admission to the bachelor’s degree program (NSC). The Matriculation Board on behalf of HESA issues a certificate of exemption from the matriculation endorsement requirement, or a university of technology issues a conditional admission certificate.

Master’s Degree in Business Administration

• A bachelor’s degree or honours degree in the relevant discipline, as well as outstanding academic achievements, are the minimum entry requirements for the master’s degree.

Doctorate Degree

• A master’s degree or an equivalent degree from a professional institution is the minimum entry criteria for the doctorate.

Required Document To Apply Online at TVET Colleges 2026

Prospective students must upload certified copies of supporting documents during application. The following documents are required:

• Birth Certificate/Identity Document (Proof of application for new ID/Passport)
• Certificates/Qualifications
• Recent Academic results
• Municipal billing document/other account statements (not older than 3 months)
• A valid study permit (Foreign national students)
• The South African Qualification Authority’s (SAQA) Evaluation Certificate (foreign qualifications).

How To Apply Online For TVET Colleges 2026

Applying to a TVET college is simple, easy, and convenient due to the introduction of the online application. All applications to TVET colleges must be done online on the official website of the TVET college of your choice. To apply online at a TVET college, follow the steps below:

• Step 1: Download your online application form from the official website of the TVET College of your choice.
  During the application process, please make sure you include a valid and working e-mail address as well as one telephone number.
• Step 2: Fill out the application form completely with the correct and required information. E-mail, ID, and cell phone number verification.
  Your ID, e-mail, and cell phone are used to verify your identity.
• Step 3: Ensure that all supporting documents are attached. All applicants who are beginning a new qualification must submit the following certified documents:
• Step 4: Fill out and submit your application. You will receive a confirmation email containing all of the application information.

Contact Details

Visit Us
123 Francis Baard Street, Pretoria, South Africa

Contact Details
0800 87 2222  |  callcentre@dhet.gov.za

We’re Open
Monday: 08h00 – 16h00
Tuesday: 08h00 – 16h00
Wednesday: 08h00 – 16h00
Thursday: 08h00 – 16h00
Friday: 08h00 – 13h00
Closed on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays

For more information, visit the TVET Colleges official website. Hope the provided information is helpful, share your thoughts below in the comment section.

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