Which TVET Colleges Are Still Open for Applications 2026?
Which TVET Colleges Are Still Open for Applications 2026?
Which TVET Colleges Are Still Open for Applications 2026?
As the demand for practical, career-focused education continues to rise in South Africa, more students are turning to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges as a stepping stone into the workforce. With their emphasis on hands-on skills and industry-relevant training, TVET colleges have become a popular option for school leavers and even adult learners who want to improve their qualifications or switch career paths.
As we approach the 2026 academic year, many prospective students are eager to find out which TVET colleges are still accepting applications. The application windows differ by institution, and while some colleges may have closed their initial rounds earlier in the year, others are still welcoming new applicants for the first semester or even mid-year intake, depending on space availability and course demand.
Whether you are interested in engineering, hospitality, business studies, or information technology, there is likely a TVET college with a program that fits your interests and goals. Staying updated and applying early is crucial, especially for high-demand courses that fill up quickly. It is also important to keep an eye on official college websites and announcements, as deadlines can change or be extended based on capacity.
In this article, we will provide a helpful guide to the TVET colleges that are still open for applications in 2026, including important dates, how to apply, and tips for securing your place.
TVET College Courses
- 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
TVET Colleges That Are Still Open For Applications
Below is a list of TVET Colleges open for application :
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
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
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
Western Cape
- Boland TVET College
- College of Cape Town
- False Bay TVET College
- Northlink TVET College
- South Cape TVET College
- West Coast TVET College
TVET Colleges Application Requirements
- A certified copy of your ID
- Latest school results
- Proof of Residence
- Valid Email Address
For International 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
- Visit the website of the school of preference
- Fill out the online application form and select your program/course of interest
- Upload all required materials, that is, Certified ID Duplicate, Results, and supporting documents
- The application must be submitted before November 30th.
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