I feel that it all depends on the programme you've applied for. The disciplinary programmes have their own respective selection committee, and the interdisciplinary ones have a joint-committee. The number of applications differs considerably between the two different types of programmes (MIA and MDEV having a lot more applicants than the disciplinary ones), so it might take more time for one programme than another.
I guess that they will finish uploading all responses by friday - just feel confident, an early application is always an advantage
