2026 TUT Registration Scams: Student and Staff Warning
- As the 2025 National Senior Certificate Matric results are released and students prepare for higher education, the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is alerting prospective students and their...
- The University experiences an annual increase in reported fraud complaints, notably through its Ethics Hotline.
- While specific scam tactics vary, common schemes include fraudulent requests for registration fees via untraceable methods, offers of guaranteed admission for a fee, and phishing attempts to steal...
Tshwane University of Technology Warns Students of Registration Fraud
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As the 2025 National Senior Certificate Matric results are released and students prepare for higher education, the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is alerting prospective students and their families to a surge in fraud and scam attempts during the January-February registration period.
Types of Registration Scams Targeting TUT Students
The University experiences an annual increase in reported fraud complaints, notably through its Ethics Hotline. according to Dr. Emily Mabote, Acting Deputy vice-Chancellor Digital Transformation, these scams aim to exploit students and parents during a vulnerable time.
While specific scam tactics vary, common schemes include fraudulent requests for registration fees via untraceable methods, offers of guaranteed admission for a fee, and phishing attempts to steal personal details. TUT advises students to only use official university channels for all transactions and communications.
Such as, in 2024, TUT reported a meaningful increase in scams involving fake accommodation offers, resulting in financial losses for several students.
Official Registration Channels for Tshwane University of Technology
TUT registration is conducted exclusively through the university’s official online portal, TUT4Life.
Students are urged to use the following official channels for registration and information:
- TUT4Life Portal: https://tut4life.tut.ac.za/
- TUT Website: https://www.tut.ac.za/
- Official TUT Social Media Accounts: https://www.tut.ac.za/social-media
- Ethics Hotline: 0800 002 888
The university explicitly states that no TUT official will request payment via e-wallet, bank transfer to a personal account, or any other untraceable method. All official payments are processed through the TUT4Life portal.
Protecting Yourself from Fraud During TUT Registration
TUT recommends several precautions to protect against registration fraud. Students and parents should verify the authenticity of all communications claiming to be from the university,and never share personal or financial information with unverified sources.
Dr. Mabote emphasized, “Students and parents must remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity instantly to the Ethics Hotline or the relevant university department.” The university’s 2024 warning highlights the importance of verifying information before making any payments or sharing sensitive data.