Registration Guidelines and Notices

REGISTRATION OF FIRST TIME ENTRING STUDENTS (FTENS)

Kindly take note of the information and timelines below in connection with final selections, admissions, payment of fees, registrations and student orientation.

1.) Final Selection, Admission and Registration

• The University received more applications than the number of available places and meeting admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the University.
• Final selections for FTENS will take place from the 14^th to the 16^th of January 2026 after the release of the 2025 Grade 12 results on 13 January 2026.
• After selections are made by the School Selection Committees, all applicants will be informed about the outcome of their applications through sms/email.
• Applicants who have already passed Grade 12 (including internal and external transfers) will receive the outcome of the applications separately through sms/email.
• Applicants can also check the status of their applications on the SMU website (using self-help portal) after the release of Grade 12 examination results.
• Admitted applicants will be given three (3) days to accept or decline their study offers online, using their own laptops or smart phones. If you do not respond within the given time, your place will be allocated to another applicant because there are limited places.
• Admitted applicants will receive admission letters with information about registration. They should register within three (3) days after accepting their study offers, otherwise their places will be allocated to other applicants.

2.) Payment of fees

• Self-funded students are expected to pay an initial and mandatory minimum fee of R4 500 before they are allowed to register.
• Funded students are required to provide proof of funding by their funders before they are allowed to register.

3.) Student Orientation

There will be orientation of first year students from the 27^th to the 30^th of January at the University Sports Complex. Students will be informed about academic processes, rules and academic performance expectations as well as support services that are available.

4.) Please Note

• There are limited places available in University residences and admission to study at SMU does not guarantee a place in either a University-owned or leased residence. The places are awarded on a first come, first served basis.
• Late applications and/or walk-ins will NOT be allowed as the University has already received large volumes of applications.
• Except by invitation from the University, applicants should not come to the campus. Enquiries related to selection, admission or registration should be emailed to: apply@smu.ac.za Applicants should write their names in full and use their student number in their correspondence with the University.
• You are advised to check the University communication platforms for information update.
• Telephonic enquiries related to selection/admission/registration should be directed to the following numbers: 012 521 4204/ 4319/4644/5057.
• Missing the deadlines below may result in cancellation of your offer to study at the University during the 2026 academic year.

5. REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

• Registration activities for First Time Entering students, takes place from 21 – 30 January 2026
• Registration will happen online and students can use the self-help portal (iEnabler) to register

6. APPLICATION FOR RESIDENCE

a. Student Residences will open on 5 January 2026.
b. No unregistered student will be allowed in the residences.

c. Important Residence Registration Information for the 2026 Academic Year

7. CALL CENTRE

There will be a Call Centre / Information Desk to attend to provide assistance during office hours. Students can call the following numbers for assistance: 012 521 4204/ 4319/4644/5057. Kindly send your enquiries to the following email addresses: Alfred.mabuse@smu.ac.za / sendra.mokoena@smu.ac.za.

8. SUMMARY OF IMPORTANT ACADEMIC DATES FOR JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2026

Follow the link for important dates: Registration Important Dates – SMU

For more information, kindly contact Deputy Registrar: Academic Administration, Mr Sylvester Khohliso at sylvester.khohliso@smu.ac.za

REGISTRATION OF RETURNING STUDENTS

1. REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

a. Registration activities for returning undergraduate students and postgraduates students, commence on 05 January 2026 
b. Registration, for all students who have been financially cleared, will be online on and off campus.
c. Students are expected to use their own gadgets (laptops or smart cellular phones) to register.
d. Services such as lifting of academic blocks in respect of returning students, as well as confirmation of correct choice of modules, will be provided by staff from the Enrolment Management Office and the Schools during office hours.
e. Students can use the self-help portal (iEnabler) on the website to check if they have academic and/or financial blocks.
f. International students will not be allowed to register before they are cleared by the International Office in respect of compliance with the applicable South African legislation and regulations. The International Office can be contacted on 012 521 6001. Emails should be sent to: eunice.modiba@smu.ac.za
g. Students may ONLY attend lectures, tutorial, practical and clinical components of those modules for which they are registered.
h. Students are responsible for the composition of their programme of study in compliance with the General Rules and the rules of the relevant school or schools concerned. When registering for each module, students must ensure that there is no clash on the official timetable and that the selected components of the programme are in accordance with the module prerequisites and the prescribed sequence and composition of modules as required for specific years of study.

2. STUDENT FEES AND CLEARANCE

For any financial block please do not hesitate to consult the Financial Aid Office on 012 521 4614/4500/4317 or email: financialaid@smu.ac.za / tebogo.shole@smu.ac.za and ramodiana.molete@smu.ac.za

Please note that the fee guideline is obtainable from the University website, by following this link. For any financial related issues, please do not hesitate to consult the Finance Department.

3. APPLICATION FOR RESIDENCE

a. Student Residences will open on 5 January 2026.
b. No unregistered student will be allowed in the residences.

4. CALL CENTRE

There will be a Call Centre / Information Desk to attend to provide assistance during office hours. Students can call the following numbers for assistance: 012 521 4204/ 4319/4644/5057. Kindly send your enquiries to the following email addresses: Alfred.mabuse@smu.ac.za / sendra.mokoena@smu.ac.za.

5. SUMMARY OF IMPORTANT ACADEMIC DATES FOR JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2026

Follow the link for important dates: Registration Important Dates – SMU

For more information, kindly contact Deputy Registrar: Academic Administration, Mr Sylvester Khohliso at sylvester.khohliso@smu.ac.za

Registrations Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Orientation of Students

All new students are expected to attend orientation programme which will take place on 27 – 30 January 2026. During this time you will be informed about the University, it’s structures, important services available to you as a student and how to access those services.

Academic Exclusions Appeals and application procedures