Call for Applications

South African University Teachers (SAUT), in partnership with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), proudly announces the launch of the 2026 Annual National University Teaching Awards (NUTA).

Candidates must submit a portfolio of evidence that addresses the specific NUTA criteria. An expert adjudication panel will evaluate all submissions using established rubrics. Up to five finalists demonstrating exemplary performance will be selected to receive monetary awards.

Processes and Procedures

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Important dates

For the 2026 awards:

Call for Applications: 28 February 2026
Portfolio Submission Date: 30 May 2026
Time Period for Evaluations to be Completed: June to August 2026
Final Date for Evaluation Discussions: Second week of September 2026
Date of Finalisation of Awardees and Commendations: 30 September 2026
Awards Ceremony: Date TBC

Who is eligible for an award?

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