UCT 2027 Application Form Now Open & Available
University of Cape Town has released its manual application form for prospective students interested in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes. The form will be available for download from the official UCT website starting Wednesday, 1 April 2026. Applicants are advised to submit their applications as early as possible, as late submissions will not be considered.
This article explains how to apply to UCT using the manual application form, including the submission timeline and the documents required to complete your application successfully.
When UCT Closes Applications?
The application will close on 31 July 2026. Once fully completed, the application form, along with all required supporting documents, must be submitted to any University of Cape Town campus before the closing date.
What You Need to Apply
You need:
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Personal details (name, date of birth, contact info, ID/passport)
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Chosen programme of study
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Academic history (schools attended, qualifications)
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Language proficiency (if required)
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Referees or recommendation details (if needed)
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Motivation or statement of intent (if required)
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Application fee payment information
Read: UCT 2027 Online Application Link Now Open
UCT Application Processing Fee for 2027
Prospective students applying to the University of Cape Town are required to pay a non-refundable application fee:
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Domestic students: R100
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International students: R300
If applying manually, you must include the receipt of payment along with all other required documents when submitting your application.
What are the Documents Needed to Apply at UCT?
Prospective students who apply by hand must attach the following documents to their fully completed application form and mail or deliver them in person.
- A copy of your examination results from Grade 11 until September of grade 12 must be submitted.
- Passport or ID
- Proof of payment for the application fee
- Transferring students should submit all transcripts and academic records
Read Also: UCT 2026: Step-by-Step Application Guide
Where to Obtain UCT 2027 Application Form
The application form for the University of Cape Town can be downloaded from the official website: www.uct.ac.za. Save it to your device and print it out to complete by hand. Make sure to fill in every field relevant to your academic qualifications before submitting the form.
How to Download UCT Application Form 2027
Click on the attached admission Application form to open and print the document:
UCT APPLICATION FORM DOWNLOAD PDF 2026
How to submit your Application Form for 2027 admissions
Applicants who prefer to submit a hardcopy application form can do so either by submitting it in person to one of the University of Cape Town campuses or by sending the completed form by post to the following address:
- Admissions Office
- University of Cape Town
- Level 4, Masingene Building
- Middle Campus
- Rondebosch, Cape Town
- South Africa
Alternatively, the completed application form can be mailed to:
- Admissions Office
- University of Cape Town
- c/o Bremner Building, Lower Campus
- Rondebosch 7701
- South Africa
- Telephone: +27 (0)21 650 2128
For more information, visit the official website here.
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