Apply Online To UJ For 2026 Admissions

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has officially opened its application window for the 2026 academic year. Prospective students seeking admission into undergraduate or postgraduate programs are encouraged to apply while the admissions period is active.

Students interested in pursuing degrees in Business and Economics (CBE), Art, Design and Architecture, Education, Engineering & the Built Environment, Health Sciences, Humanities, Law, Science, and Business-related courses can now submit their applications online. The application process for the 2026 academic year began on April 1, 2025, and is open to all eligible applicants. Apply now through the University of Johannesburg (UJ) website to secure your place!

When Can I Apply to the University of Johannesburg (UJ) for 2026

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) accepts applications for admission from April 1 through October 31, 2025. This is the official date when all prospective applications will be accepted for processing to be admitted for the 2026 academic year.

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) Application Closing Dates: View the list of courses and their closing dates HERE.

What is the application fee for the University of Johannesburg (UJ) for 2026 admissions?

Manual applications: R200 (All applicants)
Online Application is FREE

Do you need to apply if you have previously applied and were not accepted?

Applicants must submit a new application for each year that they wish to study, for example, if you applied for the 2025 application intake but were not accepted at the University of Johannesburg (UJ), you must submit a new application for the 2026 application intake.

How to submit a manual application to the University of Johannesburg (UJ)?

All applications must be submitted either online or by hand. Interestingly, for 2026 admissions, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) will accept and process manual applications. Documents can be emailed to ujappdocs@listsrv.uj.ac.za with the provisional reference/student number noted in the subject line of the email. Your application will not be processed unless you provide these, and please keep your original proof of payment slips, especially if you are applying for residency, as this is also required during registration.

Can You apply for more than 1 qualification?

Students can apply online for no more than 2 qualifications in any one year. The first 2 choices received will be processed by the University of Johannesburg (UJ) for 2026 admissions.

What Documents are required at the university of Johannesburg

Below are the documents required for the University of Johannesburg application for 2026

If you have completed your Grade 12 exams, you must provide a certified copy of your results.
Certified copy of your Grade 11 (if you are currently in Grade 12) (South African only)
A certified copy of your native country’s identification document
A certified copy of your passport number from your home country
Study Visa in South Africa
Medical Report
English Proficiency For Undergraduate programs, proof of IELTS with an overall score of 6 and TOEFL with an average score of 80–104 is required
Sworn English Translation of documents (Documents issued in any Language other than English).

Can you apply online to the University of Johannesburg (UJ) without an e-mail and/or cell phone number?

To send confirmations, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) online applications require an email address. If you do not already have an email address, go to www.gmail.com and create one before beginning the online application process. A cell phone number is required to ensure that students can be reached by phone if necessary.

How to submit your supporting documents while you are processing your online application

During the online application process, the University of Johannesburg will prompt you to upload documents. Please upload the appropriate document to the appropriate certificate codes. You may apply or submit your application form without providing a copy of your ID or passport.

You must, however, submit them before the deadline. Email the documents to ujappdocs@listsrv.uj.ac.za with the provisional reference/student number in the subject line.

How do you know if your application to the University of Johannesburg was submitted online?

You will receive an email/SMS with information about submitting your online application. Check your junk e-mail folders for any potential e-mail notifications. Within 48 hours, online applicants will be notified of their final or deferred status. Within 5 working days, hardcopy applicants will receive either a final or deferred status.

How to Apply to the University of Johannesburg

You can apply online (for free) by clicking here, or you can pick up an application form at any of the University of Johannesburg campuses:

Kingsway Campus Clinic

Location: E Ring Basement
Phone number: 011 559 3837

Bunting Road Campus Clinic

Location: Duiker Court(next to PsyCaD), Ground floor
Phone number: 011 559 1238

Doornfontein Campus Clinic

Location: House 4, Louisa Street
Phone number: 011 559 6544

Soweto Campus Clinic

Location: Nthato Motlana Building
Phone number: 011 559 5571

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) Contact Details

Telephone: +27 11 559 4555
Email Address: mylife@uj.ac.za

For more information, visit the official website here.

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