Apply for 2026 Admission at Unisa Here

We are pleased to announce that the University of South Africa, affectionately known as UNISA, will open its 2026 application window for undergraduate programmes in August 2025. As a result, anyone wishing to apply is encouraged to prepare ahead of the opening date to alleviate pressure and avoid internet congestion.

Why You Should Prepare Now

Applying to UNISA comes with its complexities. Preparing ahead of time ensures a smoother, hassle-free completion of the online application form.

Below are the key reasons to prepare now:

Stay organized and meet all requirements without rushing.
You’ll have time to gather and certify the necessary documents.
Avoid heavy traffic on the application portal by submitting early.
You’ll have time to review your application for accuracy before submitting.
Preparing early allows you to stay informed about updates, deadlines, and any changes to admission requirements.

Unisa 2026 Application Details

You are invited to apply to the University of South Africa undergraduate Program for the 2026 academic intake. Take note of the following details:

Application/submission Date

Undergraduate studies: 18 August to 10 October 2025 at 00:00 AM

Where to Apply

All UNISA 2026 applications must be completed online at www.unisa.ac.za, with no exceptions for any course.

Application fee

All prospective first-time UNISA students are required to make a non-refundable application payment of R150. This amount must be paid after receiving a student number, following the submission of your fully completed online application form

What You Need to Apply

You need to have the following items:

A smart device (computer, tablet, or smartphone)
A stable internet connection
Scanned copies of all certified documents
A valid email address that you can access regularly
Your South African ID or passport (for international applicants)

Documents Requirements

Please ensure you have the following documents

Republic of South African Applicants

A Certified Copy of the Senior Certificate or National Senior Certificate
A Certified Copy of your official tertiary academic record(s) (if applicable) (internet copies will not be accepted)
A Certified Copy of your ID document
A Certified Copy of your marriage certificate (if applicable) or divorce decree (if applicable)
Sworn translations of documents if they are not in English or Afrikaans

Non-Republic of South African Applicants

Copy of your school qualifications.
Copy of your tertiary academic qualifications (if applicable)
Copy of your passport
Copy of your marriage certificate (if applicable) or divorce decree (if applicable)
Original sworn translations of documents if they are not in English or Afrikaans
M30 form – Application for a Certificate of Conditional Exemption (ONLY for admission to bachelor degree studies) (PDF 157KB) and supporting documents if you are applying for a certificate of exemption

Quick Notices

Save all your documents in PDF, DOC, or TIFF format
Each file must be under 2MB
Scan all your documents in black and whiteare accepted
Upload each document separately
You may apply for up to three qualifications
Ensure you meet all admission requirements

How to Apply to Unisa 2026

As indicated earlier, all submissions must be done online. To do so, follow the steps below:

Go to www.unisa.ac.za to get started
Click on “Admissions in the menu bar.
Select “Apply for Admission”
Carefully read all instructions
Click “Start the Process”
Enter your national identity number
Tick the POPI Act consent box
Fill in your details
Enter your address information
Indicate if you have a disability
Click “Next” after each section
Choose your qualification type
Select up to two study courses
Enter your academic background (institutions, results)
Complete all required fields
Upload all required documents
Click review and go through the information
Click “APPLY” to finalize the applications

Unisa Contact Details

Student inquiries: 0800 00 1870
Contact details for student assistance and service: 0800 075 278
Email Address: unisa@thehotline.co.za

Visit the Main campus of Unisa:

Preller Street, Muckleneuk Ridge, Pretoria

For additional details about applications, go to the official website.

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