The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a public university in Gauteng with campuses including Auckland Park Kingsway, Auckland Park Bunting Road, Doornfontein and Soweto.
For students planning to study at UJ in the 2027 academic year, completing the online application correctly and before the closing date is important. UJ allows applicants to select up to two academic application choices, and applications are subject to the university’s programme capacity and selection process.
This guide explains the UJ 2027 application dates, online application process, supporting documents, application-fee rules and what to do if you miss the deadline.
Key Application Dates
Estimated 2027 Opening and Closing Deadlines
UJ’s 2027 Undergraduate Prospectus lists the following application information:
- 2027 undergraduate applications: Open during 2026
- Undergraduate application closing date: 31 October 2026 at 12:00
- Student accommodation application closing date: 31 October 2026 at 12:00
- Number of study choices: Up to two academic choices
The UJ 2027 prospectus states that the closing date for all undergraduate programmes is 31 October 2026 at 12:00.
Important: Do not wait until the final hours to submit your application. The application system can become busy close to the deadline, and you need enough time to correct missing information or documents.
Step-by-Step Online Application Process
How to Submit Your Application Online
UJ requires applicants, including applicants transferring from another higher-education institution, to use its online application system.
Official UJ application website:
University of Johannesburg Online Application
The UJ 2027 prospectus specifically instructs applicants to go to www.uj.ac.za/Apply and select “Apply” to complete an application.
Follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the official UJ application page
Go to the official UJ website and select Apply.
Make sure you are using the official UJ website before entering your personal information.
Step 2: Start your online application
Select the option to begin your application and follow the instructions displayed by the UJ application system.
If you have previously applied to UJ and already have a UJ student number, you may need to ensure that your current cellphone number and email address are correctly recorded in the UJ database.
Step 3: Complete your personal details
Enter your personal information carefully.
Prepare:
- Full name and surname
- South African ID number or passport number
- Date of birth
- Citizenship
- Email address
- Cellphone number
- Residential information
Make sure your information matches your official identification documents.
Step 4: Provide your school information
Current Grade 12 learners should provide their school information as requested.
If you are a gap-year applicant, provide details of the school where you completed Grade 12.
Make sure the information corresponds with your academic documents.
Step 5: Enter your academic results
Applicants currently in Grade 12 should provide their latest available results as requested by the application system.
Applicants who have already completed matric should provide their final school-leaving results.
UJ’s 2027 prospectus indicates that provisional selection for applicants still in matric is based on final Grade 11 results, while final admission is based on final Grade 12 results.
Step 6: Select your study choices
UJ allows applicants to select up to two academic choices.
Choose your programmes carefully before submitting your application.
The university states that applicants’ study choices cannot be amended, modified or cancelled once the application has been processed.
Step 7: Select your campus where applicable
Follow the application system’s instructions concerning your preferred campus and programme.
Check that the qualification and campus information correspond with the programme you want to study.
Step 8: Upload your supporting documents
Upload the documents requested by UJ.
Make sure your documents are:
- Clear and readable
- Complete
- Correctly scanned
- Certified where required
- Uploaded in the appropriate section
Do not upload documents with missing pages or information.
Step 9: Review your application
Before submitting, carefully check:
- Personal information
- Contact details
- Academic results
- Programme choices
- Uploaded documents
- Citizenship information
Correct any mistakes before completing the final submission.
Step 10: Submit the application
Complete the final application submission through the UJ online system.
Do not assume that saving your information means that the application has been submitted.
Make sure you receive confirmation that your application has been successfully submitted.
Step 11: Keep your application details
Save your application or reference number and keep copies of your submitted documents.
UJ advises applicants to allow approximately three weeks before checking their application status after submission.
You should also monitor your email and cellphone for communication from the university.
Required Supporting Documents
The exact documents required can vary depending on your applicant category and academic background.
Applicants should prepare the relevant documents before starting the application.
Common documents include:
- South African ID document
- Valid passport for international applicants
- Final Grade 11 results for applicants currently in Grade 12
- Final Grade 12/NSC results for applicants who have completed matric
- Certified school-leaving certificate where applicable
- Previous academic records for applicants who have studied at another institution
- Other supporting documents requested by the UJ application system
UJ’s 2027 prospectus confirms that applicants must provide the relevant documentation and that international applicants with foreign qualifications need additional qualification evaluation documentation.
Grade 11 Results
If you are currently in Grade 12, keep your final Grade 11 results ready.
UJ uses Grade 11 results for provisional selection while applicants are still completing Grade 12. Final selection and admission are based on the final Grade 12 results.
Make sure your results are clear and that all subjects and marks can be read.
Grade 12 Results
Applicants who have completed matric should prepare their final Grade 12/NSC results and relevant certificate.
Current Grade 12 learners should update or submit their final results according to UJ’s instructions when they become available.
Gap-Year Applicants
If you completed matric in a previous year and are applying during a gap year, prepare:
- Certified South African ID
- Final Grade 12 results
- National Senior Certificate or equivalent
- Previous tertiary academic record, if applicable
- Other documents requested by UJ
If you previously attended another university or college, provide accurate information about your previous studies.
Proof of Address Rules
A general proof-of-address document is not listed as a compulsory document for every undergraduate academic application in the UJ 2027 prospectus.
Therefore, do not automatically substitute a proof of address for your ID or academic results.
If UJ’s application or accommodation system specifically requests proof of address, provide a recent document showing:
- Your full name
- Residential address
- Relevant date or issue information
Applicants applying for university accommodation should carefully check any additional documentation requested during the accommodation application process.
International Applicants
International applicants should prepare their documents well in advance.
You should have:
- Valid passport
- Foreign school-leaving certificate
- Academic transcripts/results
- Certified copies where required
- SAQA evaluation documentation where applicable
- Additional documentation requested by UJ
UJ’s 2027 prospectus states that international applicants must submit a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) certificate of evaluation for foreign qualifications. SAQA evaluation verifies the qualification and determines its appropriate placement on the South African National Qualifications Framework.
International applicants should also allow sufficient time for any South African immigration and study-permit procedures after receiving an offer.
Application Fee & Payment Details
One of the important features of the UJ 2027 undergraduate application process is that online applications are free.
Online application fee: R0
UJ’s 2027 Undergraduate Prospectus states:
- Online applications: No application fee
- Paper applications: An application fee applies
The university also warns applicants to make payments only into official UJ accounts.
For applicants using the paper-based application route, UJ lists an application fee of R200.
Important: If you are completing the normal online undergraduate application, do not pay an unofficial person or agent to submit your application.
UJ specifically warns prospective applicants against people who offer assistance for a fee in exchange for access to the university.
UJ Online and Other Programmes
Applicants should distinguish between the standard UJ undergraduate application and specialised UJ Online programmes.
Some UJ Online programmes have their own application periods and fee structures. Therefore, if you are applying for a UJ Online programme rather than a standard campus-based undergraduate qualification, check the specific programme’s application information before assuming that the standard undergraduate rules apply.
What If You Miss the UJ 2027 Application Deadline?
The main UJ undergraduate closing date is 31 October 2026 at 12:00.
If you have not yet applied, do not wait until the deadline.
If you miss the deadline, take these steps:
1. Check the official UJ application website
Look for an official announcement about any extension or additional application opportunity.
Do not rely on social media posts or unofficial websites.
2. Contact UJ directly
Contact the university if you have a genuine problem with the application system or need clarification about your application.
The UJ Call Centre number listed in the 2027 prospectus is:
- UJ Call Centre: 011 559 4555
3. Do not pay someone to bypass the deadline
Be especially cautious about people who claim they can secure a UJ place or reopen a closed application for a fee.
UJ warns applicants against such offers.
4. Check whether your intended programme has a different application arrangement
Some UJ programmes, including certain online and postgraduate offerings, may have separate application periods.
Check the specific programme information before assuming that the general undergraduate deadline applies.
5. Consider other universities
If UJ is no longer accepting applications for your chosen programme, check other South African universities whose 2027 applications remain open.
6. Prepare for the next application cycle
If no application opportunity remains, use the additional time to organise your documents, improve your academic results where possible and prepare an early application for the next cycle.
Final UJ 2027 Application Checklist
Before submitting your application, make sure you have:
- Checked the 31 October 2026 at 12:00 closing date
- Visited the official UJ application website
- Created your online application
- Provided accurate personal information
- Entered your Grade 11 or Grade 12 results
- Selected up to two study choices
- Prepared your ID or passport
- Prepared your academic documents
- Prepared previous academic records if applicable
- Checked international/SAQA documentation if applicable
- Uploaded all required documents
- Confirmed that your online application fee is R0
- Reviewed the entire application
- Submitted the application successfully
- Saved your application/reference details
- Checked your application status after submission
- Monitored your email and cellphone for UJ updates
For the UJ 2027 undergraduate intake, the application closing date is 31 October 2026 at 12:00. Online undergraduate applications are free, and applicants can select up to two academic choices.
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