The Central University of Technology will open applications for the 2026 academic year on May 13, 2025. This opportunity is available to all prospective students, regardless of nationality, qualification level, or language proficiency.

CUT processes its own applications directly, without the involvement of third parties. When applying, it is essential to meet the specific admission requirements for the program you are interested in, as well as to submit your application before the deadline. Applying early will significantly improve your chances of acceptance.

STEP 1:

• Log in to the application portal at www.cut.ac.za
• Begin by selecting New Applications.
• Carefully read all the provided instructions.
• Fill in all required fields, as these are essential for proceeding with your application.
• Download the important document provided.
• Thoroughly read through the document and accept the terms to move forward.
• Enter your personal details exactly as they appear on your ID
• Be mindful when entering this information, as making changes later can be challenging.
• Once your personal information is complete, move forward with the application by filling out the next sections and clicking Next.

STEP 2:

• Provide your accurate contact details, as this is how the institution will communicate with you.
• Double-check to ensure that all contact information is correct and up to date.

STEP 3:

• Enter your most recent academic results, which could be your Grade 12, Final Grade 11, or June Grade 11 results, depending on what is available.

STEP 4:

• Share the details of the school you attended. If you have studied at another institution, provide that information instead.
• If your school or institution is not listed in the options, select Other and manually enter the name.

STEP 5:

• If you hold any qualifications, enter the details about them, such as where and when you obtained them, along with the subjects you studied.

STEP 6:

• Choose your desired program of study at CUT (Central University of Technology).
• Add your first-choice program.
• You can also add a second-choice program in case your first choice isn’t available.

STEP 7:

• Carefully review all the information you’ve provided.
• If any mistakes are spotted, go back and make the necessary corrections. This step is crucial for avoiding errors.

STEP 8:

• You have the option to download a copy of your application in Printer Friendly Format for your records.

STEP 9:

• After confirming that everything is correct, click Continue to proceed to the next step.

STEP 10:

• Upload the required documents to complete your application.

The Central University of Technology has announced that applications for the 2026 academic year will open on May 13, 2025, and are available to all prospective students, both local and international. All applications must be submitted online by September 30, 2025. There is no application fee, so there’s no need to worry about it. Simply complete the application form and upload all required supporting documents before the deadline.