Online Application At NMU 2026-2027

Online Application At NMU 2026-2027

The online application portal for the academic year  2026-2027 at NMU is currently open, accepting applications from both undergraduate, postgraduate and international applicants who wish to study at the university. The portal for NMU 2026 will be open from the 1st of April 2025 and will close on the 30th of September 2025.

If you are applying to NMU 2026 as an international applicant, you will need to submit your applications by the 30th of September 2025, because late applications will not be accepted. Applicants are to note that some courses and programmes offered at NMU have limited spaces; therefore, early submission is encouraged.

Sometimes, making a higher education decision is quite difficult, which is why Nelson Mandela University has simplified it into four main steps. With these simple steps, applicants can apply for admission into any course they want to study. Firstly, applicants need to find out what they want to study and if they qualify, then they move on to applying, after which they must wait to see if they have been admitted/selected and then and finally, they can register/enrol on the university.

South African prospective students applying for admission into the 2026-2027 academic year at the Nelson Mandela University will not pay any fee for submitting their applications, but international applicants are to pay a non-refundable application fee of R500.00 as an NMU 2026 application fee.

Online Application Open Date At NMU 2026-2027

• The online application date for the Nelson Mandela University for 2026-2027 will be open on the 1st of April 2025.

Online Application Closing Date At NMU 2026-2027

The online applications for NMU 2026-2027 will be closing by the dates below, depending on the course applicants will choose to study:

• 30 June 2025 for Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB), Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm), and Bachelor of Radiography (Diagnostic) applications.
• 01 August 2025 for early applications (excluding MBChB, BPharm & BRad)
• 30 September 2025 for late applications (excluding MBChB, BPharm & BRad)
• 30 September 2025 for international student applications (excluding MBChB, BPharm & BRad)

NMU Student Accommodation (On-Campus & Off-Campus):

• Closing date: 30 September 2025.

Online Application Deadline For International Applicants At NMU 2026-2027

• Applications for the 2026-2027 academic year for international applicants to NMU are closing on the 30th of September 2025, excluding those applying for ( MBChB, BPharm & BRad)

Online Application Fees At NMU 2026-2027

• South African citizens applying for admission to NMU 2026 will pay no application fee, but international applicants must pay an application fee of R500.00.

Online Application Requirements At NMU 2026-2027

Applicants are to upload the following requirements during the application process:

• A certified copy of your final Grade 11 exam results, or;
• A certified copy of your most recent Grade 12 (June/Sept) exam results (no March results), or
• A certified copy of your matriculation certificate/statement of results if you have already passed Grade 12/completed schooling,
• Certified copies of your diploma/degree certificates, plus academic record(s) and certificate(s) of conduct if you have studied elsewhere.
• A certified copy of your ID (birth certificate if still waiting for ID),
• A certified copy of the identity document of your parent/legal guardian/surety,
• Declaration by your parent / legal guardian/surety if you are a dependant, or currently at school, or studying at a tertiary institution, or have recently left school and do/will not have permanent employment when applying or studying at the University.

If your Applicant Score (AS) and subject-specific % pass marks do not meet the direct entry requirements for your chosen programme, you will need to consider another qualification, as NMU no longer test applicants for admission.

Online Application Process At NMU 2026-2027

The process below will guide you in applying for admission to the Nelson Mandela University for 2026-2027:

Visit the Website:

• Go to the official Nelson Mandela University website: www.mandela.ac.za

Click on “Apply”:

• Look for the “Study at Mandela” or “Apply” section and click on it.

Choose the Right Application Option:

• Depending on whether you are a new applicant, returning student, or international student, select the option that fits you.

Register an Online Account:

• If it is your first time, you will need to create an online application account.
• Fill in your details like your name, email, and ID/passport number.

Fill the Application Form:

• Carefully fill out the online application form.
• Take your time and make sure all information is correct.

Upload Required Documents:

Upload your certified documents, such as:

• Your ID or passport
• Your latest school results or qualifications
• Any other documents the university asks for

Submit Your Application:

• Once everything is filled in and your documents are uploaded, click Submit.
• Make sure you receive a confirmation message or email.

CONTACT NMU:

• +27 (0) 41 504 1111
• [email protected]
• PO Box 77000
• Nelson Mandela University
• Gqeberha, 6031
• South Africa

By following the online application process carefully, uploading all required documents, and keeping track of your application status, you’re giving yourself the best chance to join one of South Africa’s most respected institutions. Remember to apply early, stay updated, and do not hesitate to reach out to NMU admissions if you need guidance. Visit the Official Website Of NMU for More.