Your guide to Ehlanzeni TVET College: Courses, fees, application, and campus info

Ehlanzeni TVET College is one of 52 public TVET colleges in South Africa and is among the leading institutions. It is ideal for students, as it offers courses and programmes to equip them with skills and knowledge for the workforce. To begin your journey, understand their courses, fees, application process, and campus information.

Key takeaways 

• Ehlanzeni TVET College is located within the Ehlanzeni District Municipality in Mpumalanga Province.
• The college comprises eight sites, a central office, and seven campuses in places like Mapulaneng and Nelspruit. 
• Application for the 2026 intake began on 1 September 2025 and will end on 30 September 2025.
• The college offers NATED and the National Certificate Vocational Programmes (NCV).

Ehlanzeni TVET College courses

The college offers several accredited vocational, occupational, and training programmes. There are four main types of qualifications at TVET colleges: National Certificate Vocational (NCV) qualifications, the Report 191 Programmes, the National Introductory Certificate (N4), and the National Certificates (N4).

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Ehlanzeni offers NATED, National Certificate Vocational (NCV) programmes, and the Pre-Vocational Learning Programme (PLP). Here is a list of their college courses.

National Certificate Vocational (NCV) programmes

Most NCV courses are for students without a matric certificate. These courses are for levels 2 to 4, and students are taught both theory and practical. Available NCV courses at Ehlanzeni include:

• Civil Engineering & Construction
• Electrical Infrastructure Construction
• Engineering & Related Design
• Information Technology & Computer Science
• Finance, Economics, and Accounting
• Management
• Office Administration
• Hospitality
• Primary Agriculture
• Tourism

Pre-Vocational Learning Program (PLP)

Ehlanzeni TVET College's Pre-Vocational Learning Program (PLP) is a one-year foundational program for students who do not meet NC(V) program requirements.

It aims to improve subject performance and prepare students for NCV or Report 191 studies. The program includes the following subjects:

• Life Skills (including Technology)
• English
• Mathematics
• Science

Report 191 (NATED) programmes

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They are diploma-level programmes designed for students who have completed Grade 12. These courses are:

• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Business Management
• Financial Management 
• Management Assistant 
• Tourism 
• Hospitality (N4–N6)

Ehlanzeni TVET College fees

Tuition fees at the college generally range from about R1,400 to R32,000. You must give an initial deposit of 20% for the course fees. The list below shows their fee structure for 2025:

Fee structure for National Certificate (Vocational)

This table shows the qualifications and fees for the year:

Fee structure for Nated (Report 191)

The table below consists of NATED (Report 191) qualifications (per semester, trimester) fees and per-subject fees:

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What do you need to apply to TVET?

As a new student, before applying to Ehlanzeni TVET College, you will need the following admission requirements:

• For NCV programmes, you need a Grade 9 report with a minimum of Level 2.
• Report 191 (NATED) programmes: N1-N3 require a Grade 9 to Grade 12 certificate or N3 qualification, and N4-N6 require a relevant N-level certificate or Grade 12 certificate.
• You must be at least 16 years old
• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) is required for Report 191 N4.
• To apply, you need the following certified documents, not older than three months.
• South African Identity Document/Passport (foreign applicant)
• Birth certificate (for under 18)
• Recent academic results
• Parent's or guardian's ID (if applicable)
• Proof of address with contact details of next of kin or responsible persons
• Proof of parents’/guardians’ income (salary advice/letter of employment/pension advice)
• Proof of NSFAS application (if applicable)
• Valid study permit (foreign applicant)
• SAQA-approved foreign qualification (foreign applicant)
• Proof of medical insurance or cover (foreign applicant)

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Is Ehlanzeni open for the 2026 application closing date?

Ehlanzeni TVET College is now accepting applications for the 2026 intake, starting 1 September 2025. To secure your spot, apply before September 30, 2025. The application process includes:

• Book an online session at the campus
• Submit certified documents
• Apply for an NSFAS bursary (if eligible)

Ehlanzeni TVET College online application

Here is the step-by-step online application process for Ehlanzeni TVET College.

Complete a career guidance exploration section

• Go to their website, ehlanzenicollege.co.za/application/
• Create an account as a new student 
• Complete the Career Guidance Exploration section
• Choose your career path
• Save your username and password

Pre-entry placement assessment

• Complete the pre-entry placement assessment section
• Answer all questions honestly
• Get course recommendations based on your assessment

Online application

• You will fill in your personal, biographical, and health information
• Choose your course and campus
• Upload required documents (certified copies) in PDF format, and click submit. 

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Ehlanzeni TVET College status check 

To check your application status at Ehlanzeni TVET College, log in to the student portal using your student number and PIN. Navigate to the application status section.

Admission is based on meeting entry requirements, placement assessment results, and available space. Once selected, you will receive an SMS of provisional acceptance.

Submit your final results on 2 February 2026, before completing your registration.

Ehlanzeni TVET College contact details and location

The college has eight campuses: Central Office, Mashishing, Nelspruit, Barberton, KaNyamazane, Mlumati, Mapulaneng, and Mthimba. Below are the locations and contacts of Ehlanzeni TVET College campuses.

Central office 

• Physical location: Corporate Centre, 29 Bell Street, Nelspruit, 1200
• Phone: +27 (0)13 752 7105

Nelspruit campus 

• Physical location: Corner of Koraalboom and Kaapsehoop Road, Nelspruit 1200
• Phone: +27 13 741 3016 or +27 13 741 3017

Mapulaneng campus 

• Physical location: Main Road to Manyeleti, Acornhoek 1360
• Phone: +27 13 590 0016 or +27 13 590 0031

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Mthimba campus 

• Physical location: Numbi Road, Hazyview
• Phone: +27 13 590 0015 or +27 13 590 0037

Mlumati campus 

• Physical location: KaMhlushwa Township, Tonga Road, KaMhlushwa
• Phone: +27 13 590 0028 or +27 13 590 0029

Barberton campus 

• Physical location: 3074 General Street, Barberton, 1300
• Phone: +27 13 712 6640 or +27 13 712 7544

KaNyamazane campus 

• Physical location: Main Entrance to KaNyamazane Legogote Road, KaNyamazane, 1214
• Phone: +27 13 794 3767 or +27 13 794 3767

Mashishing campus 

• Physical location: No. 5 Rossouw Street, Mashishing 1120
• Phone: +27 13 590 0238 or +27 13 794 3767

Frequently asked questions 

• Does Ehlanzeni TVET have an application fee? There is a one-time nonrefundable payment. You must pay the following year again if you wish to re-register. 
• Which courses are still available at Ehlanzeni TVET College? The 2026 intake is for all NCV programmes and engineering programmes (Report 191).
• Where is Ehlanzeni TVET College located? It is located in Mpumalanga Province.
• Is Ehlanzeni TVET College funded by NSFAS? The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) provides NSFAS bursaries to students who meet the eligibility requirements.

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Conclusion

With various campuses and flexible study options, Ehlanzeni TVET College is a strong choice for students seeking practical education, career advancement, or pathways to self-employment.

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