Central Johannesburg TVET College Application 2027 & How to Apply

Published 09/21/2026

Planning to study at Central Johannesburg TVET College (CJC) in the 2027 academic year? The application process is completed online and involves more than simply filling in an application form.

Key Application Dates

Estimated 2027 Opening and Closing Deadlines

The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has encouraged prospective students to use the September 2026 application window to apply to TVET colleges for the 2027 academic year.

CJC’s website currently has an NC(V) Application notice dated 15 September 2026, showing that the college is actively publishing application information during the September 2026 period. However, CJC has not published one universal closing date covering every programme and intake for the entire 2027 academic year.

For planning purposes:

Expected 2027 application period: September 2026 onward
Main application planning window: September–October 2026
2027 NC(V) applications: Check the current CJC application notice and portal for the specific programme closing date.
NATED/Report 191 programmes: Intake dates can differ because CJC operates trimester and semester registration periods.
January 2027 intake: Applicants should apply as early as possible rather than waiting for a final deadline.

CJC’s general information shows that its academic cycle includes three trimester periods and two semester periods, while NC(V) operates on a January-based annual cycle.

Important: A programme can stop accepting applications when available places have been filled. Therefore, applicants should not assume that an application will remain open until the end of the calendar year.

The safest approach is to check the official CJC website and application portal regularly during the 2027 application period.

Step-by-Step Online Application Process

Official CJC Application Website

Applications should be submitted through the official Central Johannesburg TVET College application system.

Official CJC application page:
Central Johannesburg TVET College – New Student Online Application

CJC’s official page states that new students have two important processes to complete:

Pre-registration placement screening
Online application

Both processes are important for a new applicant.

You can also access the college’s prospective-student portal here:

CJC Student Application Portal

The portal currently provides a Prospective Students option for applicants who are not registered at CJC.

How to Submit Your Application Online

Step 1: Confirm that you are a new student

CJC considers you a new student if:

You are applying to CJC for the first time.
You have never previously been enrolled at CJC.
You have not previously received a CJC student number.

If you previously studied at CJC and already have a student number, follow the returning-student process instead.

Step 2: Prepare your documents

Before opening the application form, scan the documents you will need.

For South African applicants, CJC asks new applicants to prepare:

Certified copy of your South African ID
Certified copy of your latest academic results
Proof of residence
Valid email address
Valid cellphone number

CJC recommends scanning the documents onto a computer or memory stick before beginning the application.

Step 3: Complete the placement screening

CJC requires new students to complete a Pre-Registration Placement Screening Assessment before proceeding with the application process.

The college describes the screening as compulsory.

When completing it:

Register using the “First time here?” option.
Complete the required information in the Pre-Entry Information section.
Complete all the screening batteries.
Answer the questions honestly.
Finish each assessment before moving to the next one.
Save or keep your screening report for your records.

CJC specifically warns applicants not to allow another person to complete the screening on their behalf.

The screening provides a recommendation, but CJC states that students retain the right to choose their preferred course.

Step 4: Open the online application

After completing the required placement screening, return to the official CJC application page.

Select the option to complete the application.

Alternatively, use the CJC prospective-student portal linked above.

Step 5: Create or access your applicant profile

Follow the instructions displayed by the application system.

Provide the requested personal information and make sure that your details correspond with your official documents.

Use an email address that you regularly check because CJC states that it communicates with applicants through their email addresses.

Step 6: Enter your personal details

Complete the relevant personal information, including details such as:

Full name
Identification or passport information
Date of birth
Contact details
Email address
Cellphone number
Residential information

Check your ID or passport carefully before submitting.

A spelling error or incorrect identification number can create problems later.

Step 7: Enter your academic information

Enter your latest academic results as requested.

If you are currently in Grade 12, have your latest school report available.

If you have already completed matric, prepare your:

National Senior Certificate
Statement of Results
Or other applicable latest academic record.

CJC’s application instructions specifically require a certified copy of the applicant’s latest academic results.

Step 8: Select your programme and campus

Choose the programme you want to study and the relevant campus where applicable.

CJC offers programmes across several areas, including:

Engineering
Business studies
Information and communication technology
Hospitality
Art and design
Cosmetology
Civil engineering and building construction
Motor-related programmes
Other technical and vocational fields

Check the current CJC programme information because not every course is necessarily available at every campus or during every intake.

Step 9: Upload your supporting documents

Upload the documents requested by the application system.

For local applicants, this generally includes:

Certified ID
Latest academic results
Proof of residence

CJC states that the online application must be completed 100% and all requested documents must be uploaded before the application can be successfully submitted.

Step 10: Check the application carefully

Before submitting, review:

Your name
ID/passport number
Contact details
Email address
Academic results
Programme selection
Campus selection
Uploaded documents

Correct any mistakes before submitting.

Step 11: Submit the application

Once all required sections are complete, submit the application online.

Do not assume that creating an account means your application has been submitted.

Make sure the system confirms that the application has been successfully completed.

Step 12: Keep your application details

Save or record:

Application information
Student number, if issued
Login details
Confirmation messages
Copies of uploaded documents
Emails and SMS messages from CJC

These details can be useful when checking your application or communicating with the college.

Required Supporting Documents

South African Applicants

CJC’s official local-student application page lists the following documents for new South African applicants:

Certified copy of South African ID
Certified copy of latest academic results
Proof of residence
Valid email address
Valid cellphone number

Grade 11 and Grade 12 Results

If you are a current matric learner, keep your most recent school report available.

Depending on what you have received at the time of application, this could include:

Grade 11 final report
Grade 12 latest school report
Grade 12 preliminary results
National Senior Certificate
Statement of Results

The key point is to provide the latest academic results requested by CJC.

Do not wait for final matric results if the application period is already open and CJC allows you to apply using your current results.

Proof of Address

Proof of residence is specifically requested by CJC for local applicants.

CJC’s general information also states that proof of residential address for registration should be not older than three months.

Therefore, applicants should prepare a recent proof-of-residence document and follow the exact instructions shown in the application or registration system.

Do not assume that an old document will automatically be accepted.

Applicants With Disabilities

CJC states that applicants with a disability should provide medical proof of the condition where required.

International Applicants

International applicants have additional documentation requirements.

CJC’s official international-student page lists:

Certified copy of passport
Certified copy of latest academic results
SAQA evaluation of foreign qualifications where applicable
Valid study permit
Proof of residence where required
Valid email address
Valid cellphone number

CJC states that foreign qualifications issued outside South Africa must be evaluated by SAQA before applying. It also requires international students to have a valid study permit covering the relevant study period.

International applicants should start preparing these documents early because qualification evaluation and immigration documentation can take additional time.

Application Fee & Payment Details

Is the CJC 2027 Application Free?

CJC’s current official new-student application pages do not state a separate 2027 application fee.

Therefore, applicants should not assume that they need to pay an application fee unless the official CJC application portal specifically instructs them to do so.

If a payment is requested during the application process, verify that the payment instructions come directly from CJC.

Never pay an individual or unofficial agent who promises to secure admission.

Tuition and Registration Payments

An application being free or having no separately stated application fee does not mean that studying at CJC has no costs.

CJC states that course fees are prescribed before the beginning of each academic year and that students should contact the relevant campus for current fee information.

For students who are required to pay fees, CJC lists payment methods including:

Direct deposit into the college’s bank account
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
Bank-guaranteed cheques
Credit/debit card payments at the college’s point of sale

Students who qualify for NSFAS funding should also investigate the relevant funding process rather than assuming that they must personally pay all tuition costs.

What to Do If You Miss the Primary Application Deadline

If you miss the main CJC application period, act quickly rather than assuming that your only option is to wait until 2028.

1. Check the official CJC website

Look for a new application announcement, late application notice or programme-specific update.

CJC maintains a dedicated Late Application page, although the availability of late applications depends on the relevant intake and programme.

2. Check the online application portal

Log into the official CJC application system and check whether your chosen programme is still available.

A programme may close earlier than another programme.

3. Contact CJC directly

If you are unsure whether applications are still open, contact the college rather than paying an unofficial intermediary.

CJC’s main contact details are:

4. Ask about alternative programmes

If your preferred programme is already full, ask whether another programme or campus is still accepting applications.

CJC’s FAQ also confirms that students can apply for a different course using their existing student number when the circumstances allow.

5. Check other TVET colleges

If CJC is no longer accepting applications for your chosen programme, look at other public TVET colleges with available spaces.

This can allow you to begin your studies without unnecessarily losing an entire academic year.

6. Do not pay for a guaranteed place

Be particularly careful of people claiming that they can secure admission after applications have closed.

Use only official CJC channels and payment instructions.

Final CJC 2027 Application Checklist

Before submitting your application, make sure you have:

Completed the compulsory placement screening
Completed the online application
Valid email address
Valid cellphone number
Certified South African ID or passport
Latest academic results
Proof of residence
SAQA evaluation where applicable for international qualifications
Valid study permit for international students
Medical insurance/cover where required for international applicants
Clear electronic copies of your documents
Correct programme and campus selection
Saved your application confirmation and login details

The most important advice for prospective CJC students is to apply early and monitor the official CJC website regularly. The DHET has specifically encouraged students to use the September 2026 application window for the 2027 TVET academic year, while CJC’s own website is already publishing 2026 application notices.

For the latest programme availability, deadlines and application instructions, always rely on the official CJC application portal rather than unofficial application agents or social-media posts.

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