UCT Online Application 2026 Opening Date-Apply Now

The University of Cape Town (UCT) invites applications for the 2026 academic year from all backgrounds, provided applicants meet program requirements. Applications are open from April 1, 2025, to July 31, 2025, and can be submitted either electronically or manually, as a government-sponsored or private candidate.

Application Fees Breakdown: Understand Requirements Before You Apply

Before applying for admission to the University of Cape Town (UCT) in 2026, make sure you understand the application fee guidelines. You will not be able to submit your application unless you pay the non-refundable fee before or during the submission procedure

South Africa & SADC Region: R100 for undergraduate and postgraduate programs
Outside SADC Region: R300 for undergraduate and postgraduate programs

Graduate School of Business (GSB):

South Africa & African Citizens/Residents: R1940
Outside Africa: USD 300

Ensure you meet the fee requirements before applying to avoid delays.

Early Payment Recommended

Want to apply to UCT? Start anytime after the official opening date, but remember:

Application fees: Pay by the deadline, or better yet, submit them as soon as possible. Don’t delay!

Two payment options:

Manually: Submit payment to the official UCT bank account.
Electronically: Pay online through the application portal (if available).
Early submission is strongly encouraged. Don’t let a late fee hold you back from your UCT dream!

Submit Supporting Documents for 2026 Applications Before Deadline

UCT has strict deadlines for the 2026 application process. To ensure your application is considered, submit all required supporting documents before the application deadline. Late submissions may not be accepted.

Undergraduate Applicants:

Certified copies of your academic transcripts
Proof of English proficiency
Reference letters.
Application fee

Postgraduate Applicants:

Certified copies of your academic transcripts
Proof of English proficiency
Research proposal
Motivation letter
Curriculum vitae (CV)
Reference letters
Application fee

Steps to apply online at the University of Cape Town (UCT)

Go to www.uct.ac.za.
From the menu at the top, select “Applicants & Students.”
Go over the given material.
From the list, choose “Prospective Students.”
After reading the welcome message, continue.
Select the tab for “Applications.”
From the drop-down menu, select “Apply.”
Decide if you are an undergraduate or graduate student.
Examine and read the instructions for the application.
To begin, click “Apply Online.”
Fill out the application online.
Choose your application year and qualifications.
To continue, click “Click here to continue.”
Upload the necessary documents.
Evaluate your application and submit it.

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