2026 APPLICATION CYCLE FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2027

This is the official site for Papua New Guinea Grade 12 school leavers and current non-school leavers (NSL students)  applying  for admission into registered in-country Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). By Law,  the Department of Higher Education Research Science and Technology (DHERST) is mandated to facilitate a transparent efficient national admission of students into registered (PNG) higher education institution. The National Online Application System (NOAS) is the application portal for all applicants. DHERST encourages all prospective applicants to fully utilize this platform for potential selections and admission.

2025 National Selections for the Academic Year 2026 has been conducted. Students' access to NOAS account remains active. Students must check their NOAS MyStatus for updates. Students selected through National Admission Pool must also check their accounts to accept and or decline offers.

The new Cycle for 2027 National Selections will commence in August, 2026. DHERST will advise all secondary schools and students on NOAS account access information. Ahead of the 2026-2027 cycle, intending applicants, both Grade 12 school leavers and Non-school leavers are encouraged to have:

1. A personal email account

2. Consult their patrons to check that their student information is correctly recorded.

3. Non-school leavers: Check institutional website for information regarding NSL Admission Tests

COMING SOON

2026-2027 NOAS Cycle

For more information, please contact our Student Support Team via email: noassupport@dherst.gov.pg

DHERST NOAS Support Team