CUT Status Check 2026: How to Track Your Admission (Step-by-Step)

Key Takeaways: Tracking Your CUT Application

• Portal: CUT i-Enabler (Online).
• Login: Requires your ID Number or Student Number.
• Critical Status: “Selection Pending” means they are waiting for your final Matric results.
• Acceptance: You must accept your offer online within 3 days of receiving it.
• Campuses: Applies to both Bloemfontein and Welkom.

The waiting game is the hardest part of the university application process. You submitted your documents to the Central University of Technology (CUT) months ago, but your phone has been silent.

Is silence good news? Or does it mean your application is lost in a pile of paperwork?

In 2026, CUT has moved almost entirely to digital communication. They rarely send letters via the post office. If you want to know if you have a seat in the classroom, you need to log in to the system yourself.

This guide explains how to use the CUT status check portal, what the cryptic status codes actually mean, and what to do if you are stuck on “Pending.”

Step 1: Accessing the CUT Status Portal

CUT uses the standard ITS i-Enabler system (similar to TUT and CPUT). It is not the most modern-looking website, but it is functional.

How to Log In:

1. Go to the official CUT website: https://www.cut.ac.za
2. Navigate to “Check Application Status” (usually found under the “Students” or “Study at CUT” menu).
3. Direct Link: You can often go directly to https://student.cut.ac.za
4. Enter your ID Number or Passport Number (for international students).
5. Click “Check Status”.

Step 2: Decoding Your Application Status

Once you are in, you won’t see a simple “Yes” or “No.” You will see a code or a short phrase. Here is what they translate to in plain English:

1. “Application Received” / “Process”

Meaning: The system has your form, but no human has looked at it yet.

Action: Do nothing. Just wait. This is standard for early applicants.

2. “Selection Pending” / “Awaiting Results”

Meaning: This is the most common status in January. The admissions department has your application, but they cannot make a final decision until they see your Final Grade 12 Results.

Action: Ensure your final results are uploaded. If you just got them yesterday, wait 48 hours for the system to auto-update.

3. “Provisionally Accepted”

Meaning: You meet the requirements based on your Grade 11 or Mid-Year marks.

Warning: This is NOT a final guarantee. If your final Matric marks drop below the requirement (e.g., your Math mark drops from 60% to 40%), this offer will be withdrawn.

4. “Admitted” / “Firm Offer”

Meaning: Congratulations! You have a seat.

Action: You must accept this offer immediately (see Step 3).

5. “Rejected” / “Unsuccessful”

Meaning: You did not meet the APS requirement, or the course is full.

Action: Look for a “Second Choice” option or apply to a TVET college immediately.

Step 3: How to Accept Your Offer

This is where students lose their spots. Getting an offer is not enough; you have to claim it.

The 3-Day Rule:

Due to high demand, CUT often gives you a window (typically 3 to 5 days) to accept an offer. If you ignore the SMS or email, the system assumes you went to another university (like UFS) and gives your seat to the next person on the waiting list.

How to Accept:

1. Log in to the i-Enabler portal.
2. Click on “Application Process” > “Process Application”.
3. Look for the “Accept / Decline Offer” button next to the specific course.
4. Click “Accept Offer”.
5. Screen Capture: Take a screenshot of the “Accepted” confirmation. This is your proof if the system glitches later.

Step 4: Troubleshooting Common Issues

Problem: “No Information Found”

• Reason: You may have entered your ID number incorrectly (check for spaces), or your application was never actually submitted properly (did you click “Submit” on the final page last year?).
• Solution: Call the Enrollment Services immediately at 051 507 3911.

Problem: “System Error”

• Reason: The website is overloaded.
• Solution: Try checking late at night (after 10 PM).

Problem: “I forgot my Pin / Student Number.”

• Solution:
  1. Click “Forgot Pin” on the login screen.
  2. Enter your email address.
  3. The system will email your credentials to the address you used when you applied.

Step 5: Registration (The Next Step)

Once you have accepted the offer, the status will eventually change to “Ready for Registration.”

• When: Registration usually opens in late January.²
• Cost: You will need to pay the registration fee or ensure your NSFAS status is clear.
• Online: Registration is done online.³ Do not go to the Bloemfontein or Welkom campus to queue unless you have a specific problem that cannot be solved via email.

FAQ: CUT Admissions

Q: Can I change my course now?

A: It is difficult. If you applied for HR but now want to do Marketing, you have to contact the Faculty directly to see if there is space. You cannot usually change this on the status portal yourself.

Q: Does CUT accept late applications?

A: Sometimes. If there are still empty seats in less popular courses (usually in the STEM fields), they might open a “Late Enquiry” window. Check the website daily.

Q: I have an APS of 20. Can I get in?

A: For degree programs, usually no (Minimum is often 27+). However, CUT offers Higher Certificates and Extended Curriculum Programs (ECP) which accept lower scores. Check if you have been offered a place in the Extended Program.

Conclusion: Check Daily

In January, admission statuses change rapidly. You might be “Waitlisted” on Monday and “Admitted” on Tuesday morning.

Make it a habit to check the portal every morning with your coffee. Staying informed is the only way to ensure you don’t miss the acceptance deadline.

Disclaimer: Admission decisions are final and at the discretion of the Central University of Technology. ApsScore.com has no influence over selection outcomes.