Central University of Technology CUT Application For 2026 | Opening & Closing Dates
2026 Applications
The application cycle for 2026 will open in April/May 2025 and close on 30 September 2025.
There are no late applications or walk-in applications – apply within the timeframe and do so online.
Programmes Offered
Visit Programmes Offered for a full A to Z list of programmes at CUT.
What documents should I have ready for the application cycle?
- Current matriculants: upload final Grade 11 results or Grade 12 June results if available.
- Already matriculated applicants: you must upload your certified ID and National Senior Certificate.
- Higher qualifications than matric: you must upload your certified ID, National Senior Certificate, your qualification(s) and study record.
- Postgraduate applicants: Engage with the Head of the Department / Assistant Deans, Research Innovation and Engagement to discuss research project for Masters or Doctorate study before applying online. For more information, visit CUT’s Graduate School.
Application to the CUT is free
Individuals are promoting that they can assist prospective students in applying. The Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) would like to warn all prospective students that there is no way other than the process described here for application.
If you are asked for money to assist you with your application, you are being swindled by scammers.
No application fee. No authorised consultants to assist with the application.
Getting ready to apply?
Apply Online
New Students
You have never applied to study at the Central University of Technology. Click below to start your application.
Returning students – you have previously applied (but never studied or completed a year of study at CUT)
Applications at the Central University of Technology work in cycles. Each year there is a new application cycle, and your previous year’s application status does not carry over. Thus, you must re-apply for consideration in the next academic year. You re-apply because you have a record on the system, which you will now update with your current information. If you cannot update/change a field, it is required that you attach a document.
If you did not complete a year of study, you also re-apply.
CUT Continuing Students
You are currently a registered student and plan to start with a new programme of study, you must apply to do so.
Need more information?
- Go to Prospective student
- International Students, for assistance contact the Center for Global Engagement (CGE)
Need help with your application?
Have trouble with the system PIN or student number?
We have been receiving several enquiries about PIN and/or Student number for the application system. A guide has been created to assist.
Download the Retrieve CUT PIN and/or Student nr steps.pdf (PDF)