Opening Date: 15 June 2023 | GDE Application Closing date: 14 July 2023
Here are the step-by-step guide to apply for Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) Admissions 2024.
Parents or legal guardians can log on to the system at https://www.gdeadmissions.gov.za/parent-registration/step1/ and follow these easy steps:
STEP 1: Enter details of a parent
STEP 2: Enter learner details
STEP 3: Apply to a school with available space
Please note:
- Apply to a maximum of 5 schools. Remember to use the Home option at least once to apply to schools with Feeder Zones that cover your home address.
- Remember to submit documents to All the schools that you applied to in 7 days after applying. Documents can also be uploaded on the System to ONE school for the other schools to view.
- There are Decentralised Walk-in Centres where parents can be assisted to make applications from 08:00 to 16:00.
- Note that you can also use your cellphone to make an application. Please use a reliable cell phone number as the Department will send regular SMSes to the cell phone you used to Register and Apply.
Parents and guardians must upload or submit certified copies of the following documents within 7 days of applying:
1. Parent and Child ID or Passport
2. Refugee Permit
3. Asylum Seeker Permit
4. Permanent Residence Permit
5. Study Permit
For enquiries, contact 0800 000 789
