For applicants of the Central University of Technology (CUT), knowing your application status is a vital step in the journey to securing admission. Fortunately, CUT has made it easy for both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants to check their application statuses online. Here’s a guide to ensure you can easily access this information.
CUT Application Status Check Portal
After submitting your application to CUT, your details are uploaded onto their system. Once this process is complete, you’ll receive an SMS from CUT acknowledging receipt of your application. Please note, however, that this SMS does not confirm acceptance—just that your application has been received.
To check the current status of your application, follow these steps:
- Visit the CUT Application Status Check Portal
You can find the status check portal here. - Enter Required Information
- ID/Passport Number: Enter your South African ID number or passport number if you are an international applicant.
- Student Number: You’ll also need to enter the student number that was assigned to you by CUT.
- Password: Use the password you created during the application process.
- Full Name: Enter your full name as used in your application.
- Submit Your Details
Click the submit button, and your application status will appear on the screen.
Understanding Your Application Status
Once you have accessed your status, it will show specific codes that represent different stages or actions required in the application process. Below is a list of commonly seen codes and their meanings:
| Status | Description |
|---|---|
| A | Selected for instructional programme (senior students) |
| AT | Academic transcript or previous qualification outstanding |
| B | HESA/SAQA Certificate outstanding |
| C | Application Cancelled |
| DE | Application Deferred until final Grade 12 results are released |
| E | Conditionally Accepted (postgraduate pending prerequisite qualification) |
| G | Admission for instructional programme (new students) |
| L | Instructional programme testing required (selection test) |
| N | No decision taken (new students) |
| P | Not selected due to failed final selection |
| Q | Provisional acceptance for instructional programme |
| W | Waitlisted for instructional programme |
| X | Unsuccessful due to insufficient marks |
| Z | Not selected (alternative choice considered) |
If your application status shows any required actions, make sure to complete them promptly to avoid any delays in the admission process.
How to Download Your CUT Admission Letter
If your application has been successful, you may need to download your admission letter. Here’s how:
- Go to the PeopleSoft Student Administration Self Service Portal.
- Enter your student number and CUT password, then click Sign In.
- Navigate to the Admissions tile on the homepage and select the Admissions Status tab.
- Your admission letter and additional details will be displayed if you’ve been admitted.
Contacting CUT for Application Assistance
For further assistance regarding application status or registration queries, you can reach out to CUT directly through the following contact details:
- Phone: +27 51 507 3744 / 3021 / 3028 / 3026 / 3014
The Central University of Technology is committed to helping students stay informed and making the application process as smooth as possible. Be sure to check your status regularly, complete any outstanding requirements, and contact CUT with any questions or concerns you might have.