UJ Late Enquiry 2026: Checking Available Spaces & How to Apply

Key Takeaways: UJ Late Application Rules

Status: System Opens 13 January 2026 (20:00).

Walk-Ins: BANNED. Security will turn you away at the gate.

Platform: UJ Late Enquiry Link (Online Only).

Selection: Based strictly on Academic Merit (APS).

Speed: First-come, first-served. Spaces fill up in minutes.

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is one of the most popular universities in Africa. Every January, they receive over 100,000 queries for less than 5,000 remaining seats. To manage this chaos, UJ uses a sophisticated digital system known as the Late Enquiry System.

If you are sitting at home with a Matric certificate but no university admission, this system is your best hope. However, it is ruthless. If you do not know how to navigate it quickly, you will miss out.

This comprehensive guide explains exactly how to check for available spaces, how to submit an enquiry, and how to transition from “Enquiry” to “Registered Student” in less than 48 hours.

1. The “No Walk-In” Policy (Read This First)

Before we explain the online steps, a critical warning: Do not go to any UJ campus.

Whether it is the Kingsway Campus (APK), Bunting Road (APB), Doornfontein (DFC), or Soweto (SWC), the gates are closed to late applicants. There are no paper forms. There are no queues.

Why? In previous years (2012), a tragic stampede occurred during late registration. Since then, UJ has moved 100% online to ensure safety.
The Scam Warning: Do not pay anyone “claiming” to be a UJ agent outside the gate who promises to “get you in” for R2000. They are scammers. The only way in is through the official URL.

2. Who Can Use the Late Enquiry System?

The system is designed for two specific groups of people:

Group A: New Applicants

You never applied to UJ in 2025. You now have your results and want to see if there is space.

Action: You will enter your biographical details and Grade 12 marks from scratch.

Group B: Existing Applicants (Change of Mind)

You applied previously but were rejected, or you applied for a course you no longer want.

Action: You will use your existing Student/Reference Number to log in and search for a different course that matches your final marks.

3. How the System Works (The “Dynamic Match”)

The UJ Late Enquiry System is not a standard application form. It is a Live Inventory System.

It is Real-Time: If a student deregisters from BCom Accounting at 10:00 AM, that one seat immediately becomes visible on the Enquiry System. If someone claims it at 10:05 AM, it disappears again.
It is Smart: When you enter your marks, the system calculates your APS automatically. It then filters the database. If you have an APS of 22, it will hide all courses that require 28. You will only see what you qualify for.

4. Step-by-Step Guide: How to Submit a Late Enquiry

Prerequisites:

A stable internet connection (use a laptop if possible, it is faster than a phone).
Your Grade 12 Statement of Results (PDF).
Your ID Number.

Step 1: Access the Portal

Go to https://www.uj.ac.za.
On the homepage, look for the massive banner: “Late Enquiries 2026”.
Direct Link: https://lateenquiries.uj.ac.za (This link usually goes live on the evening of 13 Jan).

Step 2: Enter Your Details

Select whether you are a New Applicant or Existing Applicant.
Enter your ID Number or Student Number.
If new, capture your personal details (Name, Email, Cellphone).

Step 3: Enter Your Marks

You must enter your percentages exactly as they appear on your Statement of Results.
Warning: Do not lie. If you enter 60% when you got 59%, the system might give you an offer, but when you upload the document later, you will be rejected for fraud and blacklisted.

Step 4: View Available Spaces

Click “Search”.
The system will display a list of Available Programmes.
If the page is blank or says “No Courses Available,” it means either:
1. Your APS is too low for any open course.
2. All courses are currently full. (Check again in an hour).

Step 5: Submit Enquiry

Select the course you want (e.g., Diploma in Transportation Management).
Click “Submit Enquiry”.
You will receive an SMS confirmation instantly.

5. What Happens Next? (The 48-Hour Rule)

Submitting an enquiry is not the same as being accepted. It is a request.

Review: The Faculty Admissions Officer reviews the digital queue.
Offer: If selected, you will receive an SMS/Email saying: “UJ Late Enquiry: You have been provisionally accepted for [Course Name]. Please register by [Date].”
The Deadline: Late offers usually expire within 48 hours. If you do not accept and register, they give the seat to the next person.

6. How to Check Your Status

If you submitted an enquiry and haven’t heard back:

Go to the UJ uLink portal (https://ulink.uj.ac.za).
Log in with your Student Number and Password (if you don’t have a password, click “Create Password”).
Click on “Academic/Application Status”.
Look for codes like:
- PROV (Provisional Admit): You are in! Go register.
- WAIT (Waitlisted): They are waiting to see if admitted students drop out.
- REJ (Rejected): No space or marks too low.

7. Which Courses Usually Have Space?

While high-demand degrees (Law, Psychology, Architecture) fill up instantly, UJ often has late openings in:

Faculty of Management Sciences:
- Diploma in Transport Management
- Diploma in Management Services
- Diploma in Small Business Management
Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment:
- Bachelor of Mine Surveying (Technical but excellent career).
- Diploma in Construction.
Faculty of Humanities:
- BA (Development Studies).

8. Troubleshooting the System

Problem: “The website keeps crashing / 502 Bad Gateway.”

Reason: Too many users (100,000+).
Solution: Try accessing the site at weird times, like 02:00 AM or 05:00 AM. The traffic is lower then.

Problem: “I can’t log in with my Student Number.”

Reason: You might need to reset your pin.
Solution: Call the UJ Call Centre at 011 559 4555. (Expect long hold times).

Problem: “It says ‘No Spaces’ but my friend got in.”

Reason: Spaces open and close dynamically. Your friend might have checked when a seat was free.
Solution: Refresh the page every 30 minutes.

9. The Financial Side (Registration Fee)

If you get a late offer, you must pay the registration fee immediately to lock it in.

Fee: Approximately R3,870 (First Minimum Payment).
NSFAS Students: If your NSFAS status is “Funded,” you do not pay this fee. You simply sign the contract online.
Gap Year Students: If you don’t have the cash or NSFAS, you cannot register. UJ is strict on the upfront payment for late entries.

FAQ: UJ Late Enquiry

Q: Can I apply for residence (Res) via Late Enquiry?

A: Generally, no. On-campus residences are usually 100% full by January. You will likely have to find private accommodation in Brixton, Auckland Park, or Doornfontein (POSA – Privately Owned Student Accommodation).

Q: Does UJ accept Technical Matric (N3)?

A: Yes, for specific Engineering Diplomas, provided you meet the language requirements.

Q: Is the Chatbot reliable?

A: Yes. UJ has a WhatsApp chatbot (“Mobi”). Add 087 240 6854 on WhatsApp. You can sometimes check your status and get basic info there if the website is down.

Conclusion: Be Relentless

The UJ Late Enquiry system rewards persistence. The students who get in are the ones who wake up at 4 AM to check the portal, who have their documents scanned and ready, and who accept offers immediately.

Keep the page open. Keep refreshing. Your seat is waiting.

Disclaimer: The availability of spaces changes by the minute. ApsScore.com does not control admission. Always use the official UJ website.