When Do Tvet Colleges Open

When Do Tvet Colleges Open

Understanding when TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) colleges open is an important step for students who want to apply. However, the dates are not always the same for every college, and this can sometimes be confusing. Since TVET colleges follow different academic schedules, such as semesters, trimesters, or yearly intakes, the opening and closing dates may vary depending on the programme of study. Application periods are usually announced in advance so that students have enough time to prepare.

These dates are very important because they determine when you can submit your application and when classes are expected to begin. Missing these deadlines could mean waiting until the next intake, so it is always necessary to stay informed about the schedule of your chosen institution. It is also worth noting that the timelines may be influenced by both the Department of Higher Education and Training and the internal calendar of each college. This means that while there may be general guidelines available, each college is responsible for setting its own dates.

To avoid uncertainty and to get the most reliable information, students should always check directly with the TVET college they are applying to. Official college websites and admissions offices usually provide updated details on application openings, registration periods, and class start dates. While general calendars are helpful, the specific dates released by the institution itself are the most accurate. Staying informed ensures that students do not miss important opportunities and are fully prepared for their academic journey.

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TVET College Opening and Application Dates for 2026

TVET Colleges generally begin their academic year in January for the first semester, and some also open again in July for the second semester. Applications are usually received between September and November. However, it’s important to check with the specific college you want to apply to, since opening and application dates can differ from one institution to another.

 TVET Colleges courses for 2026

• 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
• 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

Document needed to apply to TVET Colleges

The following documents must be submitted before applying to the college:

• 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 Online to TVET Colleges 2026

• Step 1: Do the Pre-Screening Test
• Step 2: Get your application form.
• Step 3: Complete your application form in full
• Step 4: Attach all supporting documents.
• Step 5: Submit your application

List of TVET Colleges

The following are the lists of TVET colleges open for application:

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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