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How Do I Start A New Application At NMU For 2026

Nelson Mandela University (NMU) is now accepting applications for the 2026 academic year, with the application form available for both new and returning applicants. Those interested in studying at NMU can either begin a fresh application or resume an existing one if it remains open. Before starting the application process, applicants are strongly advised to ensure they meet the program’s specific entry requirements.

The online application portal for the 2026 academic year opens on April 1, 2025, and remains available until September 2025. However, the exact closing date varies depending on the course applicants wish to pursue. It is important to submit applications and supporting documents before the respective deadline to ensure consideration for admission.

Number of NMU Applications Required

The Nelson Mandela University’s online application system permits only one submission per applicant. While you can make changes and work on your application until the deadline, no further edits will be allowed once the submission period ends. All applicants, including new and reapplying students, must submit a fresh application for the 2026 academic year.

Upon successful completion of your application before the deadline, you will receive an email containing your allocated student number and further instructions. This email will detail how to access the student portal to track your application progress and view results.

When to Apply

Nelson Mandela University is now open for applications for the 2026 academic year. Prospective students applying to the Faculty of Health Sciences must submit their applications by June 30, 2025, while the deadline for all other undergraduate and postgraduate programs is September 30, 2025. To be considered for admission, applicants must ensure that both their application and all required supporting documents are submitted before the respective deadlines.

What You’ll Need

Documents Required Before Starting a New Application at Nelson Mandela University:

Your year-end Grade 11 marks, or
If you have already completed Grade 12, your final Grade 12 results.
You will later need to scan the school’s results so that it is available to be uploaded.
A certified academic record and a certificate of conduct will need to be scanned and uploaded.
Proof of application fee

How To Start A New NMU Application 2026

If you want to start a new application at the Nelson Mandela University for the academic year 2026, follow the steps below.

Have your own cell number and a valid personal email address.
Go to www.mandela.ac.za
Click on the Online Applications
Complete Section 1 (basic background information) and click “Apply.”
This does not mean your application is complete or that you are considered for admission yet.
You will receive an email to verify your email address.
If you do not receive it, check your spam folder before contacting the university.
Once your email is verified, you will receive another email with a link to Section 2.
The email will also include your student number and PIN.
Click the link, enter your student number and PIN to continue.
Fill in all red-highlighted fields (compulsory).
Yellow-highlighted fields are optional.
Green-highlighted fields require no action.
Attach all required supporting documents in PDF or JPEG format.
You can also upload documents on the admissions dashboard after submitting your application.
Click “Final Submission” at the bottom of the page.

N.B.: You will only be able to submit your online application once you have:

Completed the full online application form
Uploaded all the necessary scanned supporting documents in .pdf format, AND
Either paid the application fee by credit card OR bank deposit at:
- Account Name: Nelson Mandela University – Main
- Bank Name: Standard Bank
- Bank Address: Rink Street, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Internet Banking Code: 051001
- Account Number: 080263011
- Bank Swift Code: SBZA ZAJJ
- Reference: 5350 4605 & Student Name
If you have not clicked APPLY, your form has not been submitted.

Nelson Mandela University: Entry Requirements for Different Qualification Levels 2026

This table outlines the minimum statutory entry requirements for different qualification levels at Nelson Mandela University in 2026. Please note that the university may have additional specific requirements for certain programs.

Qualification	Minimum Entry Requirement
Higher Certificate	Pass the National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching, and meet any additional university requirements.
Diploma	Pass the NSC with a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching, and achieve a rating of 3 (40-49%) or better in four recognized 20-credit NSC subjects (excluding Life Orientation). Additional university requirements may also apply.
Bachelor’s Degree	Pass the NSC with a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching, and achieve a rating of 4 (50-59%) or better in four recognized 20-credit NSC subjects (excluding Life Orientation). Additional university requirements may also apply.