Ikhala TVET College guide: Campuses, courses, fees, and application details
With 5,250 students registered as of September 2025, Ikhala TVET College remains one of the largest TVET colleges in South Africa. If you are interested in being part of this career-focused education and skills development institute, this guide will help you kickstart your future.
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Key takeaways
- Ikhala Public TVET College only accepts online applications.
- It has five campuses and two skill centres spread across the Joe Gqabi and Chris Hani District Municipalities of Eastern Cape, South Africa.
- Applications are open for 2026 students from 3rd to 30th September 2025.
Ikhala TVET College online application
In a Facebook post shared by the college, it has opened its student portal for 2026 intakes. Registration started on 3 September 2025 and will end on 30 September 2025. Ikhala TVET College students with late applications for the 2025 session can apply.
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How to apply to Ikhala TVET College
Below is a guide for the Ikhala TVET College online application:
- Go to the Ikhala TVET College website or student portal.
- You will see an advert for the open application. Tap on the “Click here to start” button.
- Go to step 1 and register on gostudy.net/ikhala to complete the Career Guidance Questionnaire.
- Complete the Literacy and Numeracy Skills Assessments.
- Once done, return to your college online application.
- Go to Step 2, and tap on the “click here to apply” button.
- On the next page, tap on the “Select a course” and “Register an account” buttons under New student.
- Select the academic year (e.g. 2025).
- Choose the program or course you want to study (e.g., NC(V) or business studies).
- Select the duration of the program.
- Select the campus you are interested in.
- Choose the study mode (e.g., full-time or part-time).
- Fill out the application form with the required information, including your contact information, highest qualification and year passed, and school subjects and marks.
- Create a username and password.
- Upload required documents (e.g. ID, results, next of kin ID).
- Submit your application.
Once you complete the process, you should receive a confirmation email with your application information. If your application has been accepted, you will receive an email and SMS stating that you are “provisionally accepted.”
Accept the offer on your Student Portal. After your application has been submitted, you will be required to write a placement test, after which you can start attending classes.
Ikhala TVET College requirements
To apply to Ikhala TVET College, you will need to provide the following certified and clear documents:
- A copy of your national ID card (SA students)
- A valid study permit (international students)
- Latest school report (Grade 9 for NCV Level 2 or Grade 12 for N4)
- Proof of home address
- Parent/Guardian ID (certified copy)
- Funding information (NSFAS application details or proof of payment)
Which courses does Ikhala TVET College offer?
They offer vocational and technical courses, which include the National Certificate (Vocational) courses and National Diploma (Report 191). The courses vary on each campus. Check out the list of Ikhala TVET College courses below.
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National Certificate (Vocational)
As published on their official page, this program integrates theory and practice, allowing learners to specialise in their chosen field from NQF level 2. Here are the courses:
- Civil Engineering and Building Construction
- Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Engineering and Related Design
- Finance, Economics, and Accounting
- Generic Management
- Hospitality
- Information Technology & Computer Science
- Office Administration
- Tourism
National Diploma (Report 191) Business Studies
Check out this list of their lucrative diploma business courses:
- Business Management N4-N6
- Farming Management and Mechanisation N4-N6
- Hospitality and Catering Services N4-N6
- Human Resource Management N4-N6
- Public Management N4-N6
- Tourism N4-N6
National Diploma (Report 191) Engineering studies
These courses are mainly handled in the Ezibeleni and Aliwal North campuses. Grade 9 with a 40% pass in mathematics, physical science, and English is needed for each. Check them out:
- Civil Engineering (Bricklaying, Carpentry, Plumbing)
- Electrical Engineering N1-N3
- Electrical Engineering N4-N6
- Mechanical Engineering (Motor Mechanics) N1-N3
- Mechanical Engineering (Motor Mechanics) N4-N6
- Water and Water Waste Treatment Practice N1-N3
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National Diploma (Report 191), School of Occupational Training (SOOT)
This school covers learnership programs. Grade 11, 12, NSC, or N3, Maths, IT Technical Level 4 (IT End-User Computing is the requirement).
- Building and Civil Construction
- Community House Building
- Automotive Repair and Maintenance
- IT End-User Computing
- End-User Computing
- IT Technical Support
- Wholesale and Retail Operations
- Wholesale Supervision
- Implementing with Partners
- Plant Production
- Poultry Production
- Facilitate Learning Using Different Methodologies
- Conduct Outcomes-Based Assessment
- Moderate Outcomes-Based Assessments
Ikhala TVET College location and contact details
The college was founded on 1 April 2002 from a merger of past technical colleges. Ikhala TVET College has five campuses located in communities of the Northern Region of the Eastern Cape in South Africa. These campuses are in Aliwal North, Ezibeleni, Queen Nonesi (Lady Frere), Komani, and Sterkspruit.
Ikhala TVET College also has two skill centres: Cala Skill Centre and Ezibeleni Skill Centre, but they are not fully functional yet. As the National Government shared, you can contact the central office on +27 (0) 47 873 8800.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much are Ikhala College fees? The exact tuition fee for each course is not stated on their website, so you can make physical enquiries. It is estimated to be from R2 000 to R30 000.
- Is Ikhala still open for 2025? Registration for 2026 is ongoing with a deadline of 30 September 2025.
- Does Ikhala TVET College offer accommodation? They offer accommodation on some campuses and have private options nearby, requiring accreditation and specific documents in line with NSFAS.
- Where is Ikhala TVET College located? It is located in the Eastern Cape in South Africa.
Conclusion
Ikhala TVET College has been a training ground for successful young entrepreneurs in SA. With the guide above, you can easily choose your course and also apply to participate in their 2026 session.
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