UCT Online Application Status 2026

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UCT Online Application Status 2026

If you are unclear about your admission status after applying to the University of Cape Town for the 2026 academic year, you can track your progress more easily than ever before. The University of Cape Town has developed a new online tool that allows you to check your admission status from any location and at any time using your smartphone or tablet.

When Will You Know Your Application Status?

After a decision is made, the status of your application will be displayed on the dashboard. You will have five to ten working days after the deadline to use your student number to check your enrollment status.

To stay informed, regularly check your email for updates or requests for additional information. Be patient during the processing period, and if you haven’t received any updates after 8 weeks, follow up with the university for an update.

How to Track Application Status 2026 at the University of Cape Town (UCT)

To access your UCT online application status for the 2026 academic year, follow these simple steps:

Go to the UCT website: http://www.students.uct.ac.za/
At the top menu of the page, select “Application
Select Apply under the application
choose your Qualification (eg, Undergraduate Qualification)
Click on “Check your status online“
Enter your ID provided during your online application
Enter your Password
Click on “sign-in”. to track your 2026 applications

Interpretations of your status are tabulated below

Admitted	You have met the minimum requirements and you’ve been accepted to study at UCT.
Endorsement Requirement Failed	When a programme requires a bachelor’s Admission and the applicant passes with a Diploma)
Waiting for Senior Certificate:	The University has not yet received your final result.
Rejected	You did not meet the minimum requirements for the desired programme of study
Provisionally Accepted	Your application is pending the final matric results to be captured
Regrettably, the programme applied for is full	Apply for the following admission window i.e. 2026

Contacting UCT for Assistance

If you encounter any issues or have questions about your UCT online application status, it’s advisable to contact the university’s admissions office directly. They will be able to provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding your application.

Here are the contact details for UCT’s admissions office: