How to Register at CPUT for the 2027 Academic Year

How to Register at CPUT for the 2027 Academic Year

Cape Peninsula University has officially announced the opening of the 2027 registration period for new students. Prospective students seeking new enrolment, as well as those wishing to reapply, are invited to visit the registration portal and complete the necessary forms before the deadline.

This opportunity is open to both domestic and international students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications.

Find out from this article how to register as a new or retuning applicant of Cape Peninsula University of Technology for the 2027 academic intake.

When Do I Need to Register for 2027?

The registration portal will generally remain open until 30 March 2027, depending on the qualification and the applicant’s country of origin.

Below is a breakdown of the CPUT 2027 registration dates and deadlines:

Opening Date

13 May 2026 (all programmes)

Closing Dates

31 July 2026: Health Sciences programmes
31 August 2026: International students
30 September 2026: Domestic students
30 March 2027: Postgraduate students

Note:

The university does not accept late applications

What Do I Need to Register?

To successfully register at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) for the 2027 academic year, you will need the following:

A valid and active email address
A device with internet access (mobile phone, laptop, computer, iPad, or tablet)
Internet Explorer 7 or higher, with Adobe Acrobat Reader 7 or higher
A valid postal address
Scanned and certified copies of your academic certificates
A recent passport-sized photograph
A valid form of identification (passport, national ID, or birth certificate)

How Do I Register?

To register as a new or returning student, you must complete the online registration form through the official registration portal.

Please note that Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) does not accept manual registrations. Applications submitted via email, fax, or walk-in will not be processed.

Steps to Register Online at CPUT

Follow these steps to complete your online registration at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT):

Visit the Official Registration Portal
Log In or Create an Account
- Returning students: Log in using your student number and password
- New applicants: Create an account or log in using the details provided after your application
Complete the Registration Form.
Select Your Programme/Modules
Submit all necessary documents, including:
- Certified academic certificates
- Identification (passport, ID, or birth certificate)
- Passport-sized photograph
Review Your Information.
CPUT registration is free of charge.
Once everything is complete, submit your registration form
Save or print your registration confirmation for future reference.

How to Track Your Registration

Once your registration is loaded onto the CPUT system, CPUT will send you an SMS acknowledging receipt. Please note that this acknowledgment is not an official confirmation of successful registration.

To check your status manually:

Visit the Track Registration Status section on the CPUT website
Provide your ID number, passport number, asylum number, or student number
The tracking portal will display details such as your course selection, level of study, and current registration status
You can also download registration-related letters or communications directly from the portal

If your registration is successful, you will receive a follow-up SMS notification confirming your registration.

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