TVET Colleges SA

TVET Colleges SA

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges play a vital role in addressing the skills gap and unemployment challenges faced by many South Africans today. These institutions focus on equipping students with practical, career-oriented skills that are directly aligned with the needs of various industries, such as engineering, business, hospitality, agriculture, information technology, and more.

TVET colleges are mapped to provide accessible and affordable education to a broad range of students, including school leavers, individuals looking to upskill, and even adults seeking career changes. The core objective is to prepare students for the world of work or further studies by providing hands-on training and real-world experience.

There are over 50 public TVET colleges across South Africa, with campuses spread throughout the country. These colleges are regulated by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to ensure that the quality of education meets national standards. Courses offered range from National Certificate Vocational (NCV) programmes to NATED (N1–N6) qualifications, apprenticeships, and learnerships.

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Here are the Courses offered at TVET Colleges

• 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 Operation

TVET Admission Requirements

To apply for a TVET College, you must bring the following documents:

South African Students

• Copy of most recent school report (Grade 9 or higher) with certification
• A certified copy of the latest school results
• A certified copy of the Identity Document
• Necessary registration fee
• Proof of residence

Foreign Students

• A certified copy of the latest school qualification
• A valid study permit until the end of the relevant study period
• Foreign student registration fee

How to make an Application to TVET Colleges:

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.

You will receive a confirmation email containing all application details. School Applications Open for 2026

The list of TVET Colleges that Open Applications for the 2026-2027 Academic year is Outlined Below:

Eastern Cape

• Buffalo City TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Eastcape Midlands TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Ikhala TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Ingwe TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• King Hintsa TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Lovedale TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Port Elizabeth TVET College Online Application 2026-2027

Free State

• Flavius Mareka TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Goldfields TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Maluti TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Motheo TVET College Online Application 2026-2027

Gauteng

• Central Johannesburg TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Ekurhuleni East TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Ekurhuleni West TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Sedibeng TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• South West Gauteng TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Tshwane North TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Tshwane South TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Western TVET College Online Application 2026-2027

KwaZulu-Natal

• Coastal TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Elangeni TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Esayidi TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Majuba TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Mnambithi TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Mthashana TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Thekwini TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Umfolozi TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Umgungundlovu TVET College Online Application 2026-2027

Limpopo

• Capricorn TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Lephalale TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Letaba TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Mopani South East TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Sekhukhune TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Vhembe TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Waterberg TVET College Online Application 2026-2027

Mpumalanga

• Ehlanzeni TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Gert Sibande TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Nkangala TVET College Online Application 2026-2027

Northern Cape

• Northern Cape Urban TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Northern Cape Rural TVET College Online Application 2026-2027

North West

• Orbit TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Taletso TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Vuselela TVET College Online Application 2026-2027

Western Cape

• Boland TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• College of Cape Town Online Application 2026-2027
• False Bay TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• Northlink TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• South Cape TVET College Online Application 2026-2027
• West Coast TVET College Online Application 2026-2027

Contact Information

• Visit: 123 Francis Baard Street, Pretoria, South Africa
• Contact Details: 0800 87 2222 | callcentre@dhet.gov.za

For more information, visit the official website of Tvets Colleges

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