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Overview

The Electronic Bureau of Internal Revenue Forms (eBIRForms) was developed primarily to provide taxpayers with an alternative mode of preparing and filing tax returns that is easier and more convenient. The use of eBIRForms by taxpayers will improve the BIR’s tax return data capture and storage thereby enhancing efficiency and accuracy in the filing of tax returns. Through the use of the downloadable eBIRForms Software Package (also known as the Offline Package), taxpayers and Accredited Tax Agents (ATAs) will be able to fill up tax returns offline and submit it to the BIR through the Online eBIRForms System.

Offline eBIRForms Package

The Offline eBIRForms Package is a tax preparation software that allows taxpayers and ATAs to accomplish or fill up tax forms offline. Instead of the conventional manual process of filling up tax returns on pre-printed forms that is highly susceptible to human error, taxpayers/ATAs can directly encode data, validate, edit, save, delete, view, print and submit their tax returns. The package can do automatic computations and has the capability to validate information encoded by taxpayers/ATAs. After filling out the forms in this package, taxpayers/ATAs can submit it to the Online eBIRForms System.

To download the Offline eBIRForms Package v7.7 click here.		 Online eBIRForms System

The Online eBIRForms System is a filing infrastructure that accepts tax returns submitted online and automatically computes penalties for tax returns submitted beyond due date. The System creates secure user accounts for taxpayers, ATAs and Tax Software Providers (TSPs) for use of the online System, and allows ATAs to file on behalf of their clients. The System also has a facility for TSPs to test and certify the data generated by their tax preparation software (certification is by form). It is capable of accepting returns data filed using certified TSP tax preparation software.

You may eFILE your tax returns using the eBIRForms package.  Fill-up the required form, validate and click the “FINAL COPY” button..
eFPS LOGON HELP FILE

Overview:

The Logon Form is the eFPS Login window which identifies the user who is logging into the system. The user is required to enter his User Tax Identification Number, Branch Code, and Username for user validation. It provides a masked window for the user to enter a password.Description of Items on the Logon Form:

TIN – Tax Identification Number is the first 9 digits under the TIN field (numeric characters). The last 3 digits of the TIN is the Branch Code. The Branch code can be left blank and will be defaulted to 000

Username – Username defined by the tax payer during his enrollment stage.

Password – Password defined by the taxpayer during his enrollment stage needed to authenticate his Login. This is needed for security purposes.

Logon Button – Verifies the username and password for security and confirms validity of the user to access EFPS.

Using the System:

Keyboard Operation
Keyboard operation is standard. The <TAB>, <Shift + TAB> keys are used to move from one field to another. The keyboard can also be used to enter data to text boxes (usually the white boxes).

Mouse Operation
Mouse operation is also standard. The mouse can be used to place the focus on a certain text box, just click anywhere inside the text box and the cursor will automatically go to the first input character.To Logon:

  1. For taxpayer enrollees whose enrollment records had been activated, they may logon to the eFPS using their TIN, USERNAME and PASSWORD supplied in the Enrollment Form during their enrollment stage.
  2. Click on LOGON button to validate the entries in the Logon Form. If inputs are correct and the system has verified that the taxpayer is a valid user of eFPS, the user will be redirected to the Challenge Question page for another security checking. Otherwise, a message will be displayed to the taxpayer.
  3. Taxpayer also has an option to go to the enrollment page by clicking the EFPS Enrollment hyperlink.
  4. To view help for Logon page, click Help hyperlink.

Description of Link Action:

ENROLL TO EFPS – Link for enrolling to EFPS. A Taxpayer/user who wants to avail of the eFPS services must click this link to display the eFPS Enrollment Form.

BIR MAIN – This link will redirect the taxpayer/user to the BIR Main Site.

Help – This link will display the Logon Form Help facility which contains helpful information about the eFPS Logon.Alarm Messages that may be displayed if an error is encountered:

1. “User does not exist on the database.” – The system will display this message if the information provided in the Logon page contains an invalid field (may either be the UserName or the Password) causing the user authentication to fail. Taxpayer will not be able to enter eFPS.

2. “Record accepted. BIR will be processing your enrollment. Please wait for email notification.” – This message will be displayed when the system has detected that the taxpayer has just enrolled to eFPS and his enrollment is still being processed. Taxpayer should wait for an e-mail or notice from BIR regarding the status of his application.

3. “Your application was rejected.” – This message will be displayed when the system has detected that the taxpayer logging in to eFPS has a rejected enrollment. This means there are some issues on the taxpayer’s enrollment record. Taxpayer should wait for an e-mail or notice from BIR regarding the status of his application.

Note: ALL THE FIELDS IN THIS FORM ARE REQUIRED. TAXPAYER SHOULD INPUT THE NECESSARY INFORMATION TO LOG IN TO eFPS.

Overview of Public Universities in South Africa

Here's an overview of some public universities in South Africa, including general admissions requirements and estimated application periods. Keep in mind, specific program requirements and dates can vary significantly, so it's important to check each university's official website for the most current information.

University of Pretoria

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with minimum scores in specific subjects related to the chosen program; for international students, equivalent qualifications.
  • Application Period: Usually opens in March and closes at the end of July for most programs.

University of Cape Town

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with pass levels required for degree study; subject-specific requirements depending on the program.
  • Application Period: Application opens in April and closes at the end of July.

Stellenbosch University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required marks; some programs have additional testing.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and typically closes at the end of June.

University of the Witwatersrand

  • Admissions Requirements: Matriculation certificate with university exemption; required scores vary by faculty.
  • Application Period: Begins in March and ends on the 30th of September.

University of Johannesburg

  • Admissions Requirements: Matric exemption with a minimum APS score; specific subject requirements based on the faculty.
  • Application Period: Opens in April and generally closes by the 30th of September.

University of the Free State

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific marks for the program applied to; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Typically opens in April and closes at the end of August.

University of Venda

  • Admissions Requirements: Completion of the National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for diploma or degree studies; specific APS scores needed.
  • Application Period: Usually from May to September.

University of Fort Hare

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; certain programs may have specific requirements.
  • Application Period: Opens around May and closes at the end of September.

University of the Western Cape

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific performance levels; additional requirements for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Generally from May to September.

North-West University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; program-specific requirements may apply.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and usually closes by the end of August.

Rhodes University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent; minimum academic performance in certain subjects.
  • Application Period: Applications open in April and close at the end of September.

Nelson Mandela University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; portfolio or additional tests for some faculties.
  • Application Period: Opens in April, with a deadline at the end of August for most programs.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Opens in May and typically closes by the end of September.

University of Limpopo

  • Admissions Requirements: Senior Certificate with endorsement for diploma or degree courses; specific APS scores for different programs.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

University of Zululand

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for bachelor’s degree studies; specific score requirements for various programs.
  • Application Period: Usually between April and November.

Central University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores for the chosen field of study; additional criteria for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Application period generally starts in May and ends in October.

Vaal University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with a pass that qualifies for admission to bachelor’s degree, diploma, or higher certificate programs.
  • Application Period: Typically from May to September.

Walter Sisulu University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; additional criteria for certain faculties.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

This list provides a starting point for understanding the admissions landscape across South Africa's diverse higher education institutions. Given the variability in programs and requirements, it's crucial to consult each university's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.