Categories: University Admissions 2023

How to Complete Unisa Application Form 2026

The application cycle for the University of South Africa (UNISA) is now open to all individuals wishing to start a new qualification or further their studies for the 2026 academic year. The UNISA admission portal for 2026 is accessible at www.unisa.ac.za.

Follow the guidelines in this article to complete the UNISA 2026 application form as soon as possible, as there is a limited number of courses available

Before You Apply For Unisa Admissions 2026

University of South Africa Admissions Requirements

Meet admission requirements.
Complete the application form.
Pay the applicable fee.
Upload required documents within the stipulated time.

For more information, visit the UNISA brochure or visit their official website.

What exactly is Unisa’s Incomplete Application?

Failure to provide the required documents and proof of payment of the application fee will result in an incomplete application, which will not be considered for admission. All Mandatory fields will be highlighted in red and must be populated with accurate information

Documents Required For UNISA Admissions

To process your application at UNISA, you must provide these essential documents during the application season. Failure to do so may result in rejection.

Certificate, Diploma & Bachelor’s degree Applicants

A scanned copy of an ID
parent’s ID or passport if you are younger than 18
Your final Grade 11 results with the school’s stamp
National Senior Certificate (NSC) or Grade 12 IEB certificate
Transfer applicants must also provide conduct certificates from their previous universities
A scanned copy of your passport
certified school-leaving certificate and relevant diplomas
USAf accreditation from the examination board for South African universities.
Study-permit and visa

Masters & Doctorate Degree Applicants

Students transferring from other universities must include a certificate of conduct as well as a study record from their previous university with their applications
International postgraduate students must attach certified copies of degrees/certificates to their applications.
Study-permit and visa
A scanned copy of an ID
Departmental application form, CV, motivation, reports, dissertation/thesis proposal.

See Also: UNISA 2026 Applications Now Open

When to Apply

The University of South Africa (UNISA) is accepting applications for 2026 undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications starting on August 19 and September 14, 2025, respectively. The UNISA application deadline varies by qualification, so you can view all the courses and their respective closing dates by visiting the official website.