There are different ways to obtain your results. Here is everything you need to know about finding your Matric results as a student from KwaZulu-Natal:
- The Department of Education
- Online
- Your Cellphone
- The Newspaper
The Department Of Education
Another way to find out about your results is through the Department of Education in KwaZulu Natal. If you are unable to access your results or are confused by the process, you can contact them on:
- Tel: 033 846 5475
- Tel: 0800 204 353
There are other options such as their communications office;
- Head office
- District offices
- Contact forms
How To Check Your Matric Results Online
There are simple steps you can follow to receive your results from the Department of Basic Education. Using their online options, you can find your results by doing the following:
- Step 1: Visit the Department of Basic Education website
- Step 2: Register using the details that are requested
- Step 3: Click on the link for the NSC exam results
- Step 4: Enter your examination number
- Step 5: Your results will appear on the screen
- Step 6: Click the download button and print
Can I Register For My Matric Rewrite Online?
Yes, you can. No matter where you are situated in South Africa, you can still register online. You can use the Department of Basic Education’s online services to register for the next exams. The exams for the rewrite are typically hosted in May/June.
To be able to write your exams, registrations are open from October to February. The specific dates are always provided on the DBE official website.
When Can I Register For A Rewriting Course?
This depends on the institution you choose. With Matric College, you can register throughout the year. However, keep in mind that while we allow you to register at any time, you will be able to only write your exams on the dates available at DBE-registered centres.
We are responsible for ensuring you have the help to pass Matric with the following services:
- Delivered study materials
- Tutors
- Students support groups
- Exam preparation groups
- Discussion groups
- Past papers
What Documents Do I Need For A Rewriting Course?
Studying with us is simple. You will need to provide us with either complete or incomplete Matric results. There are a few things you should know about the rewrite course:
- You can only redo the subjects you already wrote
You will be directed to one of our course experts once you apply. They will be able to assist you with payment plans as well as what study option you should choose.
Online
Online is an easy place to find your Matric results as soon as they come out. There are various platforms that you can use but most importantly, the Department of Education’s website will have your results as soon as they are released.
To access your results on their website, you need to log on with:
- Your Examination Number
- Your Details
If you are from a private school that fell under the IEB, you can repeat the above process on the IEB website as soon as your results are released. Keep in mind that your results might be released earlier than the public school results.
Unlike previous years when students’ names were made available. Now you will need to give consent to have your results released on public newspapers or online news platforms.
Matric College is a credible source of education information and it will also have all the results as soon as they are released. To find your results, keep up to date with our news page.
Your Cellphone
Since most people are hardly without their mobile devices, this is a great way for you to get your matric results in 2024 (Matric Class of 2023). You have two options on your cell phone, namely:
- SMS
- USSD
How To Get Your Matric Results Via SMS
- Step 1: Open a new SMS message on your phone
- Step 2: Fill in your Exam Number as the message
- Step 3: It must have 13 digits to be accepted
- Step 4: Send the SMS to this number: 45856
- Step 5: Note that the SMS will cost between R1,50 and R3,00 (Free SMS does not apply)
- Step 6: Your exam number will be checked – if you send incorrect numbers, it will not work
- Step 7: You will get your results once they are made available on the release date
USSD
USSD is a quick method when it comes to getting your Matric results upon their release. To access them this way, all you have to do is:
- Dial this number on your phone *120*45856#
- Enter your examination number
- You will then receive your Matric results
Newspapers
Finding your Matric results in the newspaper is one of the most traditional ways of doing it. All you need to do is make sure that you have the correct paper. Keep in mind that a student’s results cannot be released without their consent.
Newspapers like the Witness display Matric results. These days, however, your results can be found online readily!
People Also Ask
You can get your results straight from the Department of Basic Education’s website. Under their quick links, you will find a link to “examination results”. Clicking on this link will direct you to a page where you can provide your exam number.
The pass rate for 2023 was 86.4%, an improved performance.
If you lost or accidentally damaged your Matric certificate, you can apply for a re-issue with the following documents:
- An affidavit explaining what happened to the Matric certificate, whether it is lost or damaged
- If it is lost, you will not need to provide the original certificate. You will need to provide the DBE with the original certificate if it is damaged
- You will need to have a copy of your ID, always ensure that it is certified and not older than 3 months
- Ensure that you keep proof of your payment. This will be required!
Author: Andrea Frisby
Date Published: January 20, 2020
Date Updated: March 15, 2024