The CAO office is closed for the Christmas holidays. The office will re-open on 5th January 2026.
The web site is being monitored to ensure continuity of service.
The Central Applications Office processes applications for undergraduate courses in Irish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Decisions on admissions to undergraduate courses are made by the HEIs who instruct CAO to make offers to successful candidates.
The web site is being monitored to ensure continuity of service.
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The 2026 CAO Application Facility is now open.
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Apply on-line before 20th January for a reduced fee of €35.
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Closing Date for Applications is the 1st February at 17:00.
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Read the 2026 CAO Handbook here
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