List Of Tvet Colleges In SA

List Of Tvet Colleges In SA

TVET Colleges in South Africa provide an accessible and practical alternative to traditional universities, giving students the opportunity to gain valuable skills for the workplace. There are 50 registered and accredited public TVET Colleges across the country, with 364 campuses located in both rural and urban areas. This extensive network ensures that students, no matter where they live, can find a campus nearby. These colleges operate under the Continuing Education and Training Act 16 of 2006, administered by the Department of Higher Education and Training, which ensures they maintain consistent quality and standards.

One of the key advantages of TVET Colleges is their flexible entry requirements. Students who have completed Grade 9, 10, 11, or 12 are eligible to apply, unlike universities, which generally require a bachelor’s degree for admission. This opens doors for learners who may not qualify for university but still want to further their education and build a solid career path. With some institutions offering as many as 300 different course options, TVET Colleges cater to a wide range of interests and career goals.

Popular programs include the National Certificate (Vocational), NATED/Report 191 qualifications, NQF full-time programs, and learnerships that combine academic study with real workplace training. Applications to TVET Colleges can be submitted online, making the process easy and convenient. For many students, these colleges provide not just a qualification but also the practical skills, confidence, and experience needed to succeed in today’s competitive job market.

The application period for TVET Colleges:

Depending on the college and the semester a candidate is enrolling for, TVET Colleges may have different application deadlines. In normal cases, applications are accepted beginning on April 1 and ending on November 30. Applications may be submitted during this time, but it is highly recommended that you visit the college’s official website to know exactly when applications are open and closed.

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Courses offered at TVET Colleges

The institutions offer a wide variety of qualifications that fit into the following categories:

• Education and Development
• Finance, Economics, and Accounting
• Information Technology and Computer Practice
• Mechatronics
• Office Administration
• Tourism
• Civil Engineering and Building Construction
• Electrical Infrastructure Construction
• Engineering and Related Design
• Safety In Society
• National Skill Fund ( NSF Project )
• Automotive Repair and Maintenance
• Fitting
• Mechatronics
• Motor Mechanic
• Wholesale and Retail Operations
• Water and Wastewater Treatment
• Water Reticulation Services
• End-User computing
• General Security Practice
• Sports coaching
• Accounting Technician
• Fibre Processing and Manufacturing ( FP & M SETA)
• Furniture Making
• Health and Wealth (HWSETA)
• Fitting and Turning
• Electrical
• Automotive
• Education, Training, and Development Practices ( ETDP-SETA)
• Early Childhood Development
• Wholesale and Retail SETA
• Wholesale and Retail Operations

Admission Requirements required when applying to TVET colleges

All qualified applicants wanting to study at the College must make sure they have the following available before attempting to apply:

• A unique/valid Email address and cellphone number
• 3 certified copies of the ID of the Parent/Legal Guardian
• 3 certified copies of the ID of the Learner
• South African applicants will need an ID number. Foreign applicants will need their passport numbers.
• Copy of your school qualifications (eg, Senior Certificate)
• A certified copy of your latest results/Grade 9 or Higher;
• Proof of Residence.

Foreign students

• Certified copies of the passport
• SAQA-approved foreign qualifications
• Proof of medical insurance or cover
• Valid study permit

How to apply to TVET Colleges for 2026-2027

Step 1: Get your application form first.

All new applications are now available online:

I consent to the TVET College using my e-mail address and cellphone number to communicate with me throughout the application process. During the application process, please make sure you include a valid and working e-mail address as well as one telephone number.

Step 2: Fill out the application form completely.

E-mail, ID, and cell phone number verification. Your ID, e-mail, and cell phone are used to verify your identity.

Step 3: Ensure that all supporting documents are attached.

All applicants who are beginning a new qualification must submit the following certified documents:

• Birth Certificate/Identity Document (Proof of New ID/Passport Application)
• Certificates/Qualifications
• Recent Academic Achievements
• Other account statements/billing documents for municipalities (not older than 3 months)
• A current study permit (for Foreign national students)
• The Evaluation Certificate of the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (foreign qualifications).

Step 4: Fill out and submit your application.

A confirmation email will be sent to you with all the application information.

TVET Colleges That Are Open for Application 2026-2027

Gauteng

• Central Johannesburg TVET College
• Ekurhuleni East TVET College
• Ekurhuleni West TVET College
• Sedibeng TVET College
• South West Gauteng TVET College
• Tshwane North TVET College
• Tshwane South TVET College
• Western TVET College

KwaZulu-Natal

• Coastal TVET College
• Elangeni TVET College
• Esayidi TVET College
• Majuba TVET College
• Mnambithi TVET College
• Mthashana TVET College
• Thekwini TVET College
• Umfolozi TVET College
• Umgungundlovu TVET College

Western Cape

• Boland TVET College
• College of Cape Town
• False Bay College
• Northlink TVET College
• South Cape TVET College
• West Coast TVET College

Eastern Cape

• Buffalo City TVET College
• Eastcape Midlands TVET College
• Ikhala TVET College
• Ingwe TVET College
• King Hintsa TVET College
• King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College
• Lovedale TVET College
• Port Elizabeth TVET College

Free State

• Flavius Mareka TVET College
• Goldfields TVET College
• Maluti TVET College
• Motheo TVET College

Limpopo

• Capricorn TVET College
• Lephalale TVET College
• Letaba TVET College
• Mopani South East TVET College
• Sekhukhune TVET College
• Vhembe TVET College
• Waterberg TVET College

Mpumalanga

• Ehlanzeni TVET College
• Gert Sibande TVET College
• Nkangala TVET College

Northern Cape

• Northern Cape Urban TVET College
• Northern Cape Rural TVET College

North West

• Orbit TVET College
• Taletso TVET College
• Vuselela TVET College

Contact Information

• Visit: 123 Francis Baard Street, Pretoria, South Africa
• Private Bag X174, Pretoria, 0001​
• Contact Details: 0800 87 2222/+ 27 12 312 5911
• Email: callcentre@dhet.gov.za

For more information, visit the official website of TVET Colleges.

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