University of Zululand (UniZulu) Online Application 2026

The University of Zululand is now accepting applications for the 2026 academic year. This includes applications from Grade 12 learners, international students, and transfer students seeking admission into both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The application window is officially open, giving prospective students the chance to embark on their academic journey and secure their place at UNIZULU. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to take the next step toward a brighter future!

UniZulu 2026 Application Date

The University of Zululand has officially opened its application window for the 2026 academic year. The CAO is the sole organization authorized to manage the recruitment and processing of applications for the University of Zululand. All applicants must submit the application fee along with the required supporting documents for academic admission by the deadline of September 30, 2025. Ensure all documents are submitted before the closing date to complete your application process successfully.

Application Fee Requirements

All prospective students applying to the University of Zululand must ensure they adhere to the application deadlines and pay the non-refundable application fee. Payment can be made either online or at any Easy Pay outlet.

Important: Please note that the application fee for CAO is to be paid directly to the Central Applications Office, not to the University of Zululand. The fees are as follows:

South African Applicants: R250.00
International Applicants: R300.00

Make sure to complete this step to finalize your application!

Documents Required for UniZulu 2026 Applications

The following documents are required for the UniZulu 2026 application process.

Identity Document
diploma or degree certificate (if available)
An academic record with conduct in respect of studies at another tertiary institution
Proof of payment of the non-refundable application fee (see relevant fee above).
Matric results/certificate

Foreign students must in addition provide:

Valid passport and study permit
SAQA verification certificate
Proof of financial means

Recommendations for online applicants

As educational experts, we have provided you with some key things to do to be accepted into your desired courses at the University of Zululand (UniZulu).

Choose a course with fewer restrictions. Medicine, engineering, and other health-related courses have a very limited selection. Avoid such courses if at all possible.
Study the faculty and minimum requirements of your desired course by downloading the course brochure.
Avoid using Internet Explorer. When applying, if possible, use Google Chrome or Firefox.
Ensure your contact information such as phone number and email address is active.
Save your documents in PDF, TIFF, or another softcopy format.
Ensure these documents are certified by the right office or person
Your name must be exactly as it appears on the documents you are submitting. If they aren’t, obtain an affidavit.

How to Apply to the University of Zululand (UniZulu)

To apply for admission to the University of Zululand for the 2026 academic year, follow the steps below via the CAO portal:

Go to www.cao.ac.za.
Input your ID number and click ‘Submit’.
Review the information provided and click ‘Continue with application’.
Complete all the requested information.
Once you’ve filled in all the required details, click ‘Next’.
Click ‘Continue with online application’.
A pop-up will appear showing your CAO Number, Password, and EasyPay Number. Ensure you note these down.
Click ‘Continue with Online Application’ and follow the prompts to complete all the requested information.
Continue entering the required details until the application is fully completed.
Check the Summary of your application to ensure all the information is accurate.
Click the ‘Process My Application’ button at the bottom of the page to submit your application.
A message will appear confirming your successful submission.
Upload your supporting documents and pay the application fee to finalize your submission

UniZulu Admission Requirements

The minimum admission requirement for the University of Zululand is a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with the following criteria:

A minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching at the higher education institution, certified by Umalusi.
An achievement rating of 4 (Adequate Achievement, 50-59%) or higher in four subjects chosen from the recognized 20-credit NSC subjects.
Senior Certificate with at least 5 subjects on Higher and or StandardGrade

University of Zululand (UniZulu) Contact Details

Where is Unizulu Located:
- Building 3 UNISA Sunnyside North Campus
- corner Mears, and Rissik Streets,
- Sunnyside, Pretoria.
What is the postal Address:
- PO Box 3854,
- PRETORIA 0001,
- South Africa.
How do I contact Unizulu
- Fax Address: +27 (0) 86 677 7744/12 481 2922
- Telephone number: +27 (0) 10 591 4401
- Email address: exemption@hesa-enrol.ac.za

For more information, visit the official website here.

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