Mangosuthu University of Technology MUT Application For 2026 | Opening & Closing Dates
Applications for the 2026 academic year at Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) are officially open! Here are the important dates to keep in mind:
• Application Opening Date: 1 March 2025
• Application Closing Date: 30 September 2025
All first year applications are submitted through the Central Applications Office (CAO). This is a simplified way of applying for more than one programme, using one application form, and paying a single application fee. Use your unique CAO number as a reference when paying the application fee. We advise prospective students to choose MUT as a first choice.
Application forms can be downloaded from the CAO website, www.cao.ac.za. You may also apply online by going to www.cao.ac.za, click on the apply tab, then click on apply now, and follow the easy application process. The CAO number appears in tear-off slip on the CAO application form.
CAO Application Process
- If you have already submitted an application form, please do not submit a duplicate application via the Internet.
- The CAO will only accept one application form from you for a specific entry year and term.
- Have your school and tertiary study details handy before you start.
If you are currently in Grade 12
- Your ID Number (Found on your ID Document and/or Birth Certificate) or Passport Number
- At least your Final Grade 11 results.
- Also, Your Grade 12 June and/or Trials (September results) if you already have it or as soon as you get it.
If you have already passed the Grade 12 Final Examinations:
- Your ID Number (Found on your ID Document and/or Birth Certificate) or Passport Number
- Your Final NSC results
Checking the progress of your application
You can track the progress of your application by going to www.cao.ac.za and enter your CAO number, or sending an email to enqgeneralcao@cao.ac.za or call 031 268 4444.
Important closing dates:
Faculty of Engineering – First semester applications – 30 September
Faculty of Engineering – Second semester applications – 31 May
Faculty of Applied and Health Sciences – 30 September
Faculty of Management Sciences – 30 September
Analytical Chemistry – Second semester applications – 31 May
Applications submitted after 30 September accumulate a late application fee determined by the CAO.