Wits Self Service: How to Access Wits University Student Portal

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Wits Self Service

Wits Self Service is the official online student portal of the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits University). It is designed for both prospective students (applicants) and current students to securely access academic and administrative services using a username and password.

Through the Wits Self Service portal, users can manage a wide range of university-related activities such as checking application status, registering for courses, viewing timetables, accessing examination results, managing fees, and updating personal information—all in one place.

The portal plays a central role in supporting students throughout their academic journey, from application and admission to graduation.

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What is Wits Self Service?

Wits Self Service acts as a digital gateway to Wits University systems and learning resources. Once logged in, students can access:

  • Academic records and course information

  • Examination schedules and results

  • Fee statements and online payment options

  • Personal and contact information

  • Registration and graduation details

For enrolled students, the portal may also integrate with other Wits systems to provide access to learning materials such as lecture notes, articles, videos, and online resources hosted on university platforms.

In addition, Wits Self Service may connect with related services, including:

  • Bursary and scholarship tracking

  • NSFAS application status

  • Residence and accommodation information

  • Campus health and medical aid details (where applicable)

Wits Self Service Portal Access

Both prospective and registered students can access the Wits Self Service portal using a computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. The portal is optimized to work best with modern web browsers such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Internet Explorer (latest versions).

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How to Log In to Wits Self Service

Follow the steps below to log in to the Wits Self Service portal:

Step-by-Step Login Guide

STEP 1: Visit the Wits Self Service website at
👉 https://self-service.wits.ac.za/

STEP 2: Scroll down to the bottom of the page.

STEP 3: Access the Student Self Service login section.

  • For Applicants:

    • Username: Student ID (Person Number)

    • Password: Date of birth in YYMMDD format (e.g. 861224)

  • For Current Students:

    • Username: Your assigned student username

    • Password: Your current student password

STEP 4: Click Sign In to access your account.

Uses of Wits Self Service

The Wits Self Service portal is used by two main groups: Applicants and Current Students.

For Applicants (Prospective Students)

Prospective students can use Wits Self Service to:

  • Upload and manage supporting documents

  • Check online application status

  • Track NSFAS application progress

  • View scholarship and bursary application status (if applicable)

  • Check residence or accommodation application status

  • Verify and update personal contact details (email and phone number)

For Current Students (Registered Wits Students)

Registered students can use the portal to:

  • View class timetables and lecture venues

  • Check examination timetables

  • Access and download fee statements

  • Pay tuition and other fees online

  • View final examination results

  • Update personal and academic information

  • Check graduation dates, times, and venues

How to Reset Wits Self Service Password

If you forget your password or believe it has been compromised, you can reset it using the Password Self Service feature.

⚠️ Note: You must register for password self-service while you still have access to a valid password.

Password Reset Steps

STEP 1: Visit the MyWits Portal
👉 https://www.wits.ac.za/mywits/

STEP 2: Scroll to the bottom of the page and click
“Reset your password at anytime”

STEP 3: Enter your username and click Next

STEP 4: Create and confirm a new password, then click Next

STEP 5: Your Wits Self Service password will be successfully reset

Password Requirements:

  • Minimum of 9 characters

  • Must be alphanumeric (letters and numbers)

  • Password expires every 600 days

  • You will receive a reminder 20 days before expiry

Once reset, you can log in to Wits Self Service using your new password.

Need Help?

If you experience any issues or have questions regarding Wits Self Service, you can:

  • Contact your faculty office, or

  • Call the Wits University Student Call Centre at 011 717 1888

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