Losing or damaging your Matric Certificate is something that can happen to anyone. If this happens to you, you should not be worried. You can get a new Matric Certificate by applying for a replacement of certificate through the Department of Basic Education (DBE) or Provincial Department of Education (PDE).
You can apply for the replacement of the Matric Certificate process in the following way:
- In-person
- Online
In Person
You can get a replacement of your lost or damaged Matric Certificate in person by doing the following:
- Go to the Department of Basic Education or Provincial Department of Education offices
- Tell them you are there for the replacement of the Matric Certificate
- You will be given a form that you must fill out
- This form must be submitted with the following documents
- An affidavit that explains how your certificate got lost or damaged
- Your original Matric Certificate (not necessary if it is lost)
- Your original ID book
- A certified copy of your ID book
Please note that this process is not free. You will have to pay a fee of, R 153.00. This fee can change by the time you apply for this process. Make sure you verify the fee on the Department of Basic Education (DBE) website.
Online
You can get a replacement of your lost or damaged Matric Certificate online, this way:
- Register your details on this website : (www.eservices.gov.za)
- Press this link to download the replacement of the Matric Certificate form
- Complete the form as required
- Attach your form with the documents below
- An affidavit that explains how your certificate got lost or damaged Certificate
- Your original Matric Certificate (not necessary if the certificate is lost)
- Your original ID book
- A certified copy of your ID book
- Pay a fee of R 153 to the bank details provided in the form (please note the fee may change. Visit the DBE website to confirm the fee)
- Attach your proof of payment with the form
- Send all the documents to the following address (Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001)
The Department of Basic Education can also send your Matric statement of results if you want it. This is available immediately as they send it to your email.
Please note that you will have to pay a fee of R55.00 for the statement of results. This fee can change. To know the accurate fee, you should always look at the DBE website.
Alternatively, you can apply through the official Umalusi application portal. To do this, you will need the same documents as listed above, but scanned in digital format so you can upload them. Start by creating an account, and then select which certificate you want to replace. Once you have done that, you will need to choose whether you want to collect the certificate in person from the Umalusi offices in Pretoria, or if you want the certificate couriered to you.
If you choose to collect the certificate yourself, it will cost R137,00. If you choose to have the certificate couriered to you, it will cost R202,00.
Note that all fees listed above are valid only for the 2022 – 2023 financial year. After that, these fees are subject to change.
Watch Our Principal, Jan Badenhorst, Explain What You Have To Do To Replace Your Matric Certificate
Does A Matric Statement Expire?
Yes, a Matric statement of results expires because it is a document printed for temporary purposes. This is done so that students see their results while they wait for their Matric Certificate. The Matric Certificate is the only permanent document.
How Can I Get My Matric Results Quickly?
You can receive your Matric results quickly by using the following methods:
- Online
- SMS
- USSD
Online
- Search for the Department of Basic Education (DBE) Website
- Look for a button for written examination results and click on it
- Press the (NSC) exam results button
- Your exam number will be required
- More personal details may be required as well
- Press the search button when you are done filling in your details
- You will see your Matric results
SMS
You can receive your Matric results quickly by sending a text message to 35658. When your results are available, you will receive them through SMS. Please keep in mind that the SMS fee costs R1.50. The SMS code and SMS fee can change at any moment, this means that you need to look at the DBE website frequently for the accurate fee.
USSD
Dial the codes *120*35658* on your phone. Complete the process until your Matric results are available. Your personal information may be needed to do this. Please note that the dialling code may change at any moment.
Where Can I Get My Matric Certificate?
If you have just completed Matric recently, you can get your Matric Certificate at your High School. The High School where you completed your Matric will have your Matric Certificate (Matric results).
How Do I Get My Grade 12 Qualification?
You get your Grade 12 Qualification by studying for Matric. You can complete your Matric in High School or at a college. If you are younger than the age of 21, you can study Matric in High School. You will receive a Grade 12 Qualification (Matric Certificate) when you pass the class.
If you are 21 years or older, you can enrol for the Adult Matric Course. You can do this at Matric College. You will be awarded a Matric Qualification (Matric Certificate) when you have finished the course.
What Are The 3 Types Of Certificates You Can Get In Matric?
There are four Certificate Passes in Matric. These are also known as Matric Pass Levels. When you pass Matric in High School, you receive one of these Certificate Passes. Below, we have explained the passes from highest to lowest.
These are the minimum requirement you must meet to receive the Certificate Passes below:
Bachelor’s Degree Pass Level
- A minimum of 40% in your home language
- A minimum of 50% in four subjects
- A minimum of 30% in two other subjects
Diploma Pass Level
- A minimum of 40% in your home language
- A minimum of 40% in four subjects
- A minimum of 30% in two other subjects
Higher Certificate Pass Level
- A minimum of 40% in your home language
- A minimum of 40% in two subjects
- A minimum of 30% in four other subjects
National Senior Certificate Pass Level
- A minimum of 40% in your home language
- A minimum of 30% in two other subjects
- A minimum of 30% in three subjects
- You can fail one subject
There are also four Certificate Passes for the Adult Matric. You must receive one of these passes to pass the course:
Requirements For A Bachelor’s Degree Pass
- 40% in your home language subject
- 50% in four other High Credit subjects
- 30% in one other subject
Requirements For A Diploma Pass
- 40% in your home language subject
- 40% in four other High Credit subjects
- 30% in one other subject
Requirements For A Higher Certificate Pass
- 40% in your home language subject
- 40% in two other subjects
- 30% in three other subjects
Requirements For A Senior Certificate (Amended) (SC(A)) Pass
- 40% in your home language subject
- 40% in two other subjects
- 30% of the remaining subjects
- Fail one subject by a maximum of 20%
Does A Matric Certificate Expire?
No, a Matric Certificate does not expire. This document is permanent, just like any other qualification in South Africa. You can use this qualification forever. Your Matric Certificate is important and helps you to further your studies or find employment.
If you would like to complete your Matric. You can do so at Matric College. We pride ourselves on giving quality education to students with any background. Start your educational journey with us any time of the year as we are a distance learning institution.
Author: Mulisa Nethononda
Editor: Sive Ncanywa
Date: August 02, 2022