Universities Opening 2026 Applications in April 2025

A few universities in South Africa have already opened their application portals for the 2026 academic year as early as March 1, 2025. We are pleased to announce that many more universities will open their 2026 application windows in April 2025. Start preparing as soon as possible so you can submit your applications on time starting April 1. This article will provide a list of all the universities that will officially open their 2026 applications in April 2025

South African Universities Opening Applications in April 2025

This page focuses on the universities that will accept applications for 2026, starting April 1, 2025, although several South African universities will begin accepting applications in May and June 2025.

Gather all supporting materials

Get your Identity document, certificates, transcripts, and other documentation, on or before April 1, 2025. Remember to get your application materials certified and scanned.

Your certification can be done at the nearest police station. The certification should be no more than three months old at the time of application and registration.

Understanding University Entrance Requirements

To apply to a South African university, you would normally require a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with strong results in relevant disciplines. A few universities also value a high APS score. The official prospectus contains information about your course’s requirements.

South African Universities 2026 Application Fees

The majority of these universities will charge an application and processing fee when they open in April 2025. Remember to factor these fees into your budget. Furthermore, many of them provide free walk-in and online applications. You can verify for yourself by visiting the official websites of these universities.

South African Universities Opening 2026 Applications in April 2025

The universities listed below are anticipated to open the application window for 2026 from April 1, 2025.