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Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) Online Application 2026

Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) is accepting applications for undergraduate and graduate programs for the 2026 academic year. The application period starts on April 1, 2025, and ends on September 30, 2025. However, some programs may have an earlier deadline of May 31, 2025, so applicants should verify specific deadlines for their chosen programs.

The university is now inviting new applications for the 2026 academic year. Ensure you submit your application through the CAO online portal by the deadline to secure your place, whether you’re applying for undergraduate or graduate courses

Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) Application Closing Dates and Requirements for 2026

Submit your application to MUT through the CAO:

Online: Visit www.cao.ac.za and follow the application process.
Application period: April – September 30th (late applications accepted until November 30th).

Important deadlines:

Faculty of Engineering:
- First semester: September 30th
- Second semester: May 31st
Faculty of Natural Sciences: September 30th
Analytical Chemistry: May 31st
Faculty of Management Sciences: September 30th

Benefits:

Apply for multiple programs with one application.
Pay a single application fee.
Track your application status online.

Tips:

Meet the program’s admission requirements.
Choose MUT as your first choice for higher consideration.
Late applications: Additional fees apply.

Applications submitted after 30 September accumulate a late application fee determined by the CAO.

Application Fee payable by 2026 applicants:

The application fee for 2026 applicants varies depending on the application time:

Early applications: R210
Late Applications: R420

Read Also: MUT Prospectus 2026 PDF

How to Apply to MUT 2026

To apply for admission at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) via the Central Applications Office, you must complete the procedures below:

Go to our website: www.cao.ac.za and click on ‘Apply’
Read the information and click on ‘Continue with Application
Enter your ID number and click on ‘Submit’
Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on ‘Continue with Application
Start to enter ALL the details requested. Once you have entered all the requested information, click on ‘Next’
Click on ‘Continue with Online Application
A pop-up window will appear with your CAO number, password, and EasyPay number. Read the instructions
Click on ‘Continue with Online Application’.
Follow the instructions and complete ALL the information requested, then click ‘Next’.
Complete the ‘Next of Kin’ details and click ‘Next’.
Insert the school name and click on ‘Search’. The school name will appear in a box and you must enter the year you attended that school and the year you finished attending that school.
Click ‘Next’.
When you reach ‘Process My Application’, click on the button. YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOW BEEN SUBMITTED
The message on your screen will display that your submission has been successful.
You can now pay online and/or upload your supporting documents.
Pay via EasyPay.
Submit your fully completed application form by clicking on the tab “Submit“

MUT Application Documents Required For 2026 Applications

The following documents must be submitted or uploaded during the online and manual application.

For local Applicants

National Senior Certificate or Statement of Results
Senior Certificate
Identity Document
Students transferring from other universities should submit an original academic record and a certificate of good conduct

International Applicants

A valid study permit
A valid medical aid/health insurance cover
A valid passport
GCE, GCSE, IGCSE, or Cambridge School Certificate
Students holding a GCE GCSE IGCSE or the Cambridge School Certificate must have passed five approved ordinary-level subjects including the English language provided three subjects have been passed at the same examination sitting.