Organization : Central Applications Office
Type of Facility : Check Application Status
Country: South Africa
Website : http://www.cao.ac.za/Default.aspx
How To Check CAO Application Status?
Applications for 2020 July intake NOW OPEN. Kindly follow the below steps to check your application status.
Related / Similar Service :
CUT Check Application Status South Africa
Select and enter one of the following:
** CAO Number
** ID Number
** Passport Number
Terms & Conditions
Application fees are not refundable.
In the course of the year, institutions will certainly make available new programmes. These will be added to the website as soon as we are informed of them.
Specified entry requirements are guidelines, used by institutions in conjunction with their selection processes. Admissions are limited by the number of places available.
Applicants are responsible for checking their acknowledgement letters and informing the CAO of any inaccuracies.
The institutions have full and final responsibility for selection decisions.
Offers of places may be withdrawn if the conditions are not met or if institutions discover that you have provided false information in your application for admission.
CAO:
The Central Applications Office processes applications for first time admission to Universities in KZN.
Check our programme list to find out more about study opportunities at:
Universities – University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), University of Zululand (UniZulu), Universities of Technology – DUT (Durban University of Technology), Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT), TVET Colleges (Further Education & Training) – Elangeni TVET College, Majuba TVET College, Umfolozi TVET College and Private Colleges – Berea Technical College, CTU Training Solutions,
Central Technical College, ICESA Education, Institute for Quality Education, Training & Development, IStudent, MANCOSA, Oval International Campus, PC Training and Business College, Regent Business School, Rosebank College, Springfield TVET College. Apply for any of these online here, or download an application form.
Check out ‘Don’t know what to study?’ if you need help in deciding on your career or subject choices.
Application Fee
APPLICATION FEE | To start studies in January 2020 | To start studies in July 2020 | ||||
Date | SA Citizens | International applicants | Date | SA Citizens | International applicants | |
If form and fee reach us on or before | 31 Oct 2019 | R 245.00 | R 300.00 | 31 May 2020 | R 245.00 | R 300.00 |
If form and fee reach us on or after | 01 Nov 2019 | R 465.00 | R 575.00 | 01 June 2020 | R 465.00 | R 575.00 |
Citizens of other countries must pay the international fee if they do not have permanent residence in South Africa or refugee or asylum seeker status recognised by the Department of Home Affairs.
All monies must be paid in South African rands
Ways of paying the CAO application fee :
Payment option | Where payment can be made | Payment type accepted |
EASYPAY * Preferred payment option* | Pick n Pay, Checkers, Shoprite, Woolworths or any store displaying the EasyPay sign. | Cash, Debit or Credit Card |
Paying online by Credit Card | Visit www.cao.ac.za Click on ‘My Application’, enter your CAO or ID number and follow the prompts. | Credit Card Payment ONLY |
Credit or Debit Card payment | At the CAO Office. Gate 11, UKZN, Mary Thiphe Street, Cato Manor, Durban | Credit or Debit Card |
Note:
** Applicants With Tvet Programme Choices Only Do Not Incur A Late Application Fee
** Any Request To Add, Change Or Renumber Programme Choices Will Incur A “Change Of Mind” Fee Of R 100.00
** If we do not receive payment, your application information will not be made available to the institution/s.
** If your payment is not honoured, bank and administration charges will be passed on to you.
** All monies must be paid in South African Rands (ZAR).
** International applicant should ensure that the amount paid covers bank charges.
** International cheques are acceptable only if drawn on a South African clearing bank.
** People who are citizens of other countries (e.g. Lesotho) must pay the international fee if they do not already have permanent residence in South Africa or refugee or asylum seeker status recognised by the Department of Home Affairs.
Visit us at :
Mary Thiphe Street (formerly corner of Francois and Cato Manor Roads), Cato Manor, Durban
Call us on:
(031) 268 4444 or Share Call: 086 0860 CAO / 086 0860 226
International dialling code for South Africa +27
FAQ On CAO
Here are some frequently asked questions about the Central Applications Office (CAO) in South Africa:
What is the CAO?
The CAO is a centralized admissions office that facilitates applications to public universities in South Africa. It was established in 1998 to streamline the application process and to make it easier for students to apply to multiple universities.
How do I apply to the CAO?
To apply to the CAO, you must create an account on the CAO website and complete an online application form. You will need to provide your personal information, your academic qualifications, and your career interests. You can also apply for financial aid through the CAO.
When do applications open and close?
The CAO application period usually opens in August and closes in October. The exact dates vary from year to year, so you should check the CAO website for the latest information.
How much does it cost to apply to the CAO?
The application fee for the CAO is R250.00 (South African Rand). You can pay the application fee online or by post.
How do I know if I have been accepted to a university?
The CAO will send you an email notification if you have been accepted to a university. You can also check your application status online.
What if I am not accepted to any universities?
If you are not accepted to any universities, you can contact the CAO for advice on your next steps. The CAO may be able to help you find a place at a university that is not part of the CAO system.
View Comments (22)
My status says it active I would like to known what its means
My application is still waiting for decision please help me .I don't know where I'M standing
I can't check my status
I haven't received any feedback on my application it's just written waiting for decision what's am I supposed to do now
I want to know I accepted
My application status is still pending what's wrong?
My status is pending what should I do
Why my courses not appearing on my CAO . The one's I made change of mind.
I was checking my status then I found pending ,so I want to know that what is going to happen OR what should I do.
All I did well,bt You have put my Application in a wrong Examination number
My application status started to say waiting for decision and now Pending I've already paid application fee long time ago
My application is waiting for decision.When will I get my admission? I want to know where iam standing.
How can I see my application status??
I'hv paid R250 but m stii waiting for my massages or email
My CAO always says waiting for decision, what to do?
My application is still waiting for decision. I like to know, when will I get feedback?
I've paid R400,00 but still I haven't received any message or email.
l have been submitted all the required documents. Now when will I get my admission status. I have waited for too long. Now l need to know where I am standing.
I want to know that as my application status regretted unsuccessful. Can I go to try my luck at university or I should consider my application unsuccessful?
My application is still waiting for decision. When will I get my admission?