Are Applications Open For 2026 At CPUT

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) online application portal, which is set to open on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, will close at varying times depending on the selected program. Prospective students looking to enroll for the 2026 academic year should carefully review the application dates and deadlines. It is crucial to remember that late applications will only be considered if space is available in specific programs, and applicants should not depend on this possibility.

This post contains every necessary document, deadlines, and detailed instructions for applying to the course you want to take at CPUT.

When to Apply for Admission at CPUT for 2026

The application period for the 2026 academic year at Cape Peninsula University of Technology will begin on May 13, 2025. To ensure timely processing, students are encouraged to submit their applications by the following deadlines:

BEd Foundation, Intermediate & Senior Phase, Bachelor in Nursing: July 29, 2025
Postgraduate Diploma Qualifications: September 30, 2025
Diploma in Technical & Vocational Teaching (ADTVET): August 31, 2025
Applications for all other qualifications (Higher Certificate, Higher Diploma, Diploma, Honours, Bachelor’s Degree): October 31, 2025
Postgraduate Qualifications (Master’s and Doctoral Degrees): March 14, 2026

Required Documents for Cape Peninsula University of Technology 2026 Applications (When to Submit)

The following documents must be submitted to Cape Peninsula University of Technology as soon as possible before the application deadline. If any required documents are missing, you must upload them within the application period to avoid jeopardizing your admission.

Final Grade 11 results
Identity Document
Minor Application Declaration (Less than 18 years)
English Proficiency
English Translation Final Grade 11 equivalence results
Final Grade 12 equivalence results
Letter confirming registration for upgrading of results
Final Grade 12/School Leaving Results
Academic Record: Certificate of Conduct and Qualifications obtained
Passport/Asylum Seeker/Permanent Residency permits
SAQA Certificate
Previous Studies & Final Grade 11 equivalence translation

How to Upload Documents at CPUT: Uploading Online Documents Instructions

Each document must be scanned, saved and uploaded individually against each uploading Certificate code as indicated
All documents should be scanned in any of the following file types: tiff, pdf, jpg or gif
The maximum scanned file size is 5MB each.
Follow the steps below to upload all supporting outstanding documents
- Click on the Load/ View Document to submit your first document
- Click on the UPLOAD DOCUMENT button
- Select your saved scanned Matric document (document must be saved as .tiff, pdf, .jpg or .gif) from your device
- Click on the SAVE and then the CLOSE button
- Click on the CLOSE button again
- Click on the CLOSE button again
- Select the COMPLETE UPLOAD button to finalize your online application process

Read Also: CPUT 2025 Registration Dates Open

How to Apply for Cape Peninsula University of Technology 2026

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology invites both new and returning students to apply online via www.cput.ac.za, with no application fee required. However, manual applications must be submitted along with a R100 application fee at any of the campus locations. Please note that manual applications are only accepted for a few selected courses, as listed on the website.

Contact Cape Peninsula University of Technology

For more information, contact CPUT

Tel: +27 21 959 6767
Email: info@cput.ac.za
Bellville Campus Admissions Office

Tel: +27 21 959 6256
Tel: +27 21 959 6270
Cape Town Campus Admissions Office

Tel: +27 21 460 3393
Tel: +27 21 460 3861

For further details and specific application instructions, please visit the CPUT website.

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