Mthashana TVET College Application 2027 & How to Apply

Published 09/27/2026

Mthashana TVET College is a public Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) college in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The college serves communities across the Zululand, uMkhanyakude and uMzinyathi districts and provides vocational and occupational training aimed at developing practical skills for employment and further study.

Key Application Dates

Estimated 2027 Opening and Closing Deadlines

Mthashana’s current official website is still displaying programme-specific 2026 application and admission notices rather than one confirmed college-wide 2027 closing date. The college has historically operated separate application periods for different programmes and intakes, including semester and trimester opportunities.

For 2027 planning, applicants should use the following timeline:

National TVET 2027 application window: September 2026
Expected main application period: September 2026, depending on programme
Mthashana 2027 opening: Check the live application portal and latest college notice
Mthashana 2027 closing date: Not yet published as one universal date
Programme-specific intakes: May have separate closing dates
Best time to apply: As soon as your chosen programme becomes available

DHET’s current 2026 announcement specifically calls on young people to make use of the September 2026 application window to apply to TVET colleges for the 2027 academic year.

Important: Do not assume that September 30 is automatically Mthashana’s final deadline for every programme. The college has previously published separate application periods for different intakes, such as Business Studies Semester 2, Distance/Part-Time NATED programmes and third-trimester programmes. (

Step-by-Step Online Application Process

Mthashana TVET College provides an online application process through its Coltech student portal.

Official Mthashana TVET College website:
Mthashana TVET College

Official application instructions:
Mthashana TVET College – How to Apply

Official online application page:
Mthashana Online Application

How to Submit Your Application Online

Step 1: Visit the official Mthashana website

Begin your application through the official Mthashana TVET College website.

Select Apply Online or go to the college’s online application instructions.

Mthashana states that prospective students can apply online through the Coltech portal or visit a campus for assistance.

Applicants should avoid unofficial websites and individuals claiming to have special access to the application system.

Step 2: Complete the compulsory placement screening first

This is an important part of the Mthashana application process.

The college specifically states:

The compulsory placement test must be completed FIRST, before proceeding to the Online Application.

Open the online placement system and select “First time here?” if you are a new applicant.

Create your profile and proceed to the Pre-Entry Information section.

Step 3: Create your applicant profile

When registering for the placement screening, create your:

Username
Password
Email-linked applicant profile

Mthashana advises applicants to write down and safely store their username and password. If the internet connection drops, applicants can return through the Returning User option and continue where they stopped.

Tip: Do not use a password that you are likely to forget. Keep your login details somewhere secure.

Step 4: Complete the Pre-Entry Information section

After registering, enter the Pre-Entry Information folder.

Mthashana instructs applicants to:

Open each screening section.
Complete all the questions.
Answer honestly.
Finish each assessment using the Finish button.
Complete all required screening batteries.

Do not allow another person to complete the placement screening for you.

The college warns that having someone else complete the screening can lead to an unsuitable course recommendation and may negatively affect your programme choice.

Step 5: Proceed to the online application

After completing the compulsory placement screening, move to the Online Application section.

This is separate from the placement test.

Mthashana specifically reminds applicants that they must still complete an online application form with the college after completing the screening.

Step 6: Open the Coltech application portal

Mthashana’s application instructions direct new students to the college’s Coltech online student portal.

The current application instructions show the portal process as:

Open the online student portal.
Select Existing Student Login or Register a New Account.
Choose Register a New Account if you are a new applicant.
Create your student profile.
Select the relevant academic year.
Select your preferred campus.
Select your programme/course.

Step 7: Select the 2027 academic year

When the 2027 option is available in the live portal, select 2027 as your intended academic year.

Check this carefully before proceeding.

If multiple intakes are displayed, choose the intake corresponding to the programme you want to study.

Step 8: Select your preferred campus

After selecting the year, the portal displays the available campus options.

Mthashana operates across the northern KwaZulu-Natal region, with its central office in Vryheid and campuses serving its surrounding communities.

Choose the campus where your selected programme is offered.

Do not assume that every course is available at every campus.

Step 9: Select your course

After selecting the campus, the application system displays the available courses.

Mthashana’s programme areas include vocational and occupational fields such as:

Agriculture
Business
Engineering
Hospitality
Information and computer-related programmes
Skills training
Other vocational and occupational programmes

The college’s website advises applicants to choose their programme before starting the application and provides a prospectus for detailed programme information.

Select your programme carefully because the course list depends on the campus and intake.

Step 10: Complete the application form

Enter your personal information exactly as it appears on your official documents.

You should have:

Full name
South African ID number, where applicable
Passport information for international applicants
Date of birth
Cellphone number
Email address
Residential address
Academic information
Programme choice
Campus selection

Mthashana specifically recommends having a reliable cellphone number and email address because they are important for the application process.

Step 11: Upload your supporting documents

Prepare your documents before beginning the final application.

Mthashana’s application instructions identify the following documents for upload:

Certified copy of ID
Certified Grade 12 certificate or Statement of Results
Proof of home address
Certified parent/guardian ID where the applicant is a minor

Make sure the scans are:

Clear
Complete
Readable
Properly certified where required
Uploaded to the correct section

Step 12: Review your application

Before submitting, carefully review:

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

Correct any mistakes before proceeding.

A wrong email address or cellphone number can make it difficult for the college to communicate with you.

Step 13: Submit the application

Once all sections are complete and your supporting documents have been uploaded, submit the application.

Do not assume that completing the placement screening means your application has already been submitted.

The college’s official instructions explicitly tell applicants to complete the online registration/application after the compulsory screening.

Step 14: Save your application information

After submitting:

Save your username.
Save your password.
Keep your application/reference details.
Save copies of your uploaded documents.
Monitor your email.
Keep your cellphone active.

If your internet connection fails during the process, Mthashana says you can return as a Returning User and continue.

Required Supporting Documents

Prepare all required documents before starting your Mthashana 2027 application.

The college’s current application instructions specifically list:

Certified ID copy
Certified Grade 12 certificate or Statement of Results
Proof of home address
Certified parent/guardian ID if the student is a minor

Applicants should also keep their latest school results available in case the specific programme or application stage requests them.

ID Document

South African applicants should prepare a clear, certified copy of their South African ID.

Check that:

Your full name is visible.
Your ID number is readable.
The complete document is included.
The scan is clear.

If you are under 18 or the college requests parental information, prepare the parent/guardian ID as well.

Grade 11 and Grade 12 Results

Applicants should prepare their latest academic results.

For students who have completed matric, the college’s application instructions specifically request:

Certified Grade 12 certificate, or
Certified Grade 12 Statement of Results.

Students who are still in Grade 12 should keep their latest available school report or results ready.

A previous Mthashana application notice specifically stated that students currently in Grade 12 should apply using their June/trial reports.

Because document requirements can vary by programme and intake, follow the exact instructions displayed in the current application portal.

Proof of Address

Proof of home address is specifically listed by Mthashana as an application document.

Prepare a clear document showing your current residential address.

If the proof of address is not in your own name, contact the college before submitting to confirm what alternative documentation is accepted.

Do not upload an unclear or incomplete document.

Parent or Guardian Documentation

Where the applicant is a minor, Mthashana’s application instructions require a certified parent/guardian ID copy.

Prepare this document before starting the application so that you do not have to stop halfway through the process.

International Applicants

International applicants should prepare additional identification and qualification documents.

Depending on the circumstances, this can include:

Valid passport
Foreign school-leaving certificate
Latest academic results
Proof of residence
Valid study/immigration documentation where required
Foreign qualification evaluation documentation where applicable

International applicants should contact Mthashana before submitting if they are unsure which documents are required for their specific qualification or immigration status.

Do not assume that the document list for South African applicants automatically applies to international students.

Application Fee & Payment Details

Mthashana’s current official How to Apply and Online Application pages do not publish a specific 2027 application fee amount.

Therefore, applicants should not rely on an older third-party article quoting a fee unless that amount is confirmed directly by Mthashana for the 2027 intake.

For the 2027 application:

Confirmed 2027 application fee: Not currently published on the college’s live application instructions
Do not pay an unofficial agent to submit an application
Do not pay anyone who promises guaranteed admission
Follow only payment instructions issued directly by Mthashana through its official channels

It is important to distinguish an application fee from tuition or registration costs.

Mthashana’s official application page states that students who qualify for an NSFAS bursary should receive a 100% bursary covering tuition fees and that no deposit is required to enrol as a student. Students who do not qualify for NSFAS are expected to pay the full course fee.

This means:

Application: Follow the official online process.
NSFAS-funded students: Tuition funding is subject to NSFAS eligibility and approval.
Self-funded students: Course fees may apply.
Other payments: Follow the college’s official instructions.

Mthashana also provides a financial-assistance process for students registering for NC(V) and Report 191 programmes. Its current guidance lists documents such as certified IDs, parent/guardian documentation, proof of income and proof of residence for bursary applications.

Official NSFAS website:
NSFAS

What Happens After You Apply?

Submitting your application does not automatically mean that you have been accepted.

After submitting:

Keep your username and password safe.
Monitor your email.
Keep your cellphone number active.
Check the application portal regularly.
Respond if the college asks for additional information.
Complete any additional screening or assessment requested.
Follow the college’s instructions if you receive an offer.

Mthashana’s admissions information describes the broader admissions process as involving online application, admission testing/assessment and a final committee decision.

Do not assume that completing an online form means that admission has already been granted.

What to Do If You Miss the Primary Application Deadline

If you miss the main 2027 application period, do not assume that Mthashana will automatically accept a late application.

The college has historically published separate application windows for different programmes, including:

Mthashana TVET College 2027 Application Checklist

Before submitting your application, make sure you have:

Completed the compulsory placement screening
Created your applicant account
Saved your username and password
Completed all required Pre-Entry Information assessments
Selected the 2027 academic year
Selected the correct campus
Selected the correct programme
Prepared a certified ID copy
Prepared your Grade 12 certificate or Statement of Results
Prepared your latest school results if you are still completing school
Prepared proof of home address
Prepared parent/guardian ID where applicable
Prepared your passport and immigration documents if you are an international applicant
Uploaded all required documents
Checked your personal information
Checked your programme and campus selection
Submitted the final application
Saved your application details
Checked your email and SMS regularly
Responded promptly to requests from the college

The most important point is that Mthashana’s placement screening is compulsory, but it is not the final application. After completing the screening, you must still complete the online college application and submit your supporting documents.

For the latest 2027 programme availability, deadlines and application announcements, use the official Mthashana TVET College website.