Institutional Regulatory Code (IRC)

The IRC of the Central University of Technology, Free State, serves as the central, authoritative source for all university policies, procedures, regulations, forms, manuals, and constitutions. It is designed to:

  • Enhance the accomplishment of the mission, vision, and core values of CUT.
  • Maintain accountability and cost-effectiveness, ensuring compliance with CUT requirements and legislation.
  • Clarify how the university conducts its business.
  • Contribute to effective management by providing staff and students with clear, concise, and understandable principles and procedures for day-to-day activities.

Note: Regulatory documents are binding to all members of the CUT community. Responsible officers must brief staff on the contents of the IRC, and all employees and students must ensure they understand and abide by these documents.

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Key Policies, Regulations and Forms

Academic and Operational


Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)

Members of the public may request information held by the Central University of Technology in accordance with the PAIA Manual.

PAIA Manual and Enquiries

 Download PAIA Manual (PDF) 

Enquiries and submissions: registrar@cut.ac.za

PAIA Forms and Procedures

1. PAIA Application Form

Use this form to request access to any information held by CUT.

Download Application Form (PDF) →

2. PAIA Appeal Form

Use this form if your initial PAIA application has been rejected.

Download Appeal Form (PDF) →

3. PAIA Fees

Please note: All requests are subject to fees. Applicants must pay the applicable fees before the requested documents or records are released.

Download Fee Structure (PDF) →

4. PAIA Complaint Form

Use this form to lodge a complaint relating to PAIA matters involving CUT. The completed form must be submitted directly to the Information Regulator.

Download Complaint Form (PDF) →
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