SPU 2026 Application: Key Dates, Requirements, and How to Apply

The 2026 application period is now officially underway, and Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is inviting the general public to apply for undergraduate and graduate programs for the 2026 academic year. All applications must be submitted online or by manual process.

Please read this page for information on the dates, documents, fees, and steps involved in applying to this top technological university.

SPU 2026 Application Date Breakdown

Be sure to submit your application according to the dates below to be considered for the 2026 intake

Application Opening Date: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Closing Date: November 30, 2025 (Late applications may be accepted depending on space availability in January 2026)
Submission of supporting documents: Midnight of November 30, 2025

Document Requirements for SPU 2026 Applications

You will require the documents listed below based on your citizenship.

For Domestic Students:

A copy of your most recent school results (Grade 12 or equivalent)
A copy of your South African ID
If you have previously attended another higher education institution, a copy of your academic transcript
Proof of payment for the application fee

For International Students:

A valid passport and identification pages
Transcript or the latest academic results
Proof of registration at your home university (if applicable)
Proof of medical insurance

N.B.: Ensure all the documents above are certified and scanned before you submit them.

Sol Plaatje University Application Fee

The application is free of charge at Sol Plaatje University for the 2026 academic year.

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How to Apply Online for Sol Plaatje University 2026

To apply online:

Visit SPU’s official website: www.spu.ac.za.
Click the “Apply” tab to begin your application.
Enter your identity number and click submit
Complete your bio; your student ID will appear.
Sign up, and update personal and academic details.
Create a pin as a new student.
Log in, read, and accept the regulations.
Select “View Application Rules” after choosing your application.
Provide details on school, subjects, and certificates.
Enter prior qualifications and any impairments/disabilities.
Update personal info, including accommodation needs.

How to Check Your SPU Application Status

To track the status of your application:

Go to the SPU website at www.spu.ac.za
Click on “STUDY@SPU” in the menu bar.
Select and click on the “HOW TO APPLY” link.
Select and click on the “Check your application status” link.
You will be directed to the “Student Admission Tracking” page.
Enter your Student Number.
Enter your PIN.

Registration for 2026 at Sol Plaatje University

Online registration for the 2026 academic year will open to all new students accepted for the intake. The registration period typically runs from January to February of the year of study. When you receive an offer to study at SPU, make sure you have your registration fee and supporting documentation ready.