The Vaal University of Technology (VUT) allows all applicants for the 2026 academic year to conveniently track their application progress online. If you have applied to VUT and are waiting for feedback, this guide explains how to check your application status, what the different outcomes mean, and what steps to take next.
Steps to Follow
- Visit the VUT application status portal
- Enter your ID number or passport number
- Submit your details to view your application status
- Review any messages, offers, or outstanding requirements
Applicants are advised to check their status regularly, as decisions are released in phases.
What Your VUT Application Status Means
When you log in, you may see one of the following statuses:
- Application Received – Your application has been successfully submitted
- Under Review / Processing – Your application is being evaluated by the faculty
- Provisionally Accepted – Conditional offer pending final results or documents
- Accepted – You have been offered a place for the 2026 academic year
- Waitlisted – You may still be considered if space becomes available
- Unsuccessful – The application did not meet the minimum selection criteria
Always read any additional notes carefully, as they often include important instructions.
What to Do If You Are Accepted
If your application status shows Accepted or Provisionally Accepted:
- Accept the offer within the specified timeframe
- Monitor your email for registration instructions
- Prepare required documents for 2026 registration
Failure to accept an offer on time may result in it being withdrawn.
Important Tips for VUT Applicants
- Use only the official VUT status-check website
- Keep your contact details up to date
- Upload any outstanding documents immediately
- Beware of scams promising guaranteed admission
- VUT does not charge any fee to check application statuses
When Are VUT 2026 Application Results Released?
VUT releases application outcomes from late 2025 into early 2026, depending on:
- Faculty and programme
- Availability of space
- Final academic results
Some applicants may receive outcomes earlier than others.
How to Check Your VUT Application Status for 2026
VUT has made it easy for applicants to check their admission outcomes through its official status-check portal.
👉 Click here to check your VUT application status
https://statuscheck.vut.ac.za/
Need Help?
If you experience challenges accessing your application status, contact VUT using the official contact details available on the university’s website.