A Matric Certificate is a qualification obtained by completing high school. A Matric Certificate will boost your employability and expand your alternatives for furthering your education.
There are different types of Matric certificates depending on the level of achievement. These are:
- National Senior Certificate Pass
- Higher Certificate Pass
- Diploma Pass
- Bachelor’s Degree Pass
Matric Certificate Online
For matric certificate online, here’s a general outline of the process:
- Visit the Department of Basic Education Website: Go to the official website of the South African Department of Basic Education. Look for a section related to examinations or certification. https://www.education.gov.za/
- Register an Account: You might need to create an account on the website in order to access the online services. This could involve providing your personal details and creating login credentials.
- Check Eligibility: Make sure you meet the eligibility criteria for obtaining a duplicate or replacement matric certificate online. This could involve providing information about your previous examinations and identification.
- Fill Out the Online Application Form: Once registered, log in to your account and fill out the online application form for a duplicate or replacement matric certificate. Provide accurate details about your previous examinations, including the year and province.
- Upload Required Documents: You might be required to upload scanned copies of identification documents (such as your ID or passport) and any other relevant documents.
- Pay Fees: There may be fees associated with the issuance of a duplicate matric certificate. Pay any required fees using the online payment options provided on the website.
- Submit the Application: After completing the application form and uploading the necessary documents, submit your application through the online portal.
- Track Application Progress: Many online systems allow you to track the status of your application through your account on the website. This will help you stay updated on the progress of your request.
- Matric Certificate Delivery: Once your application is processed and approved, the Department of Basic Education will arrange for the delivery of your matric certificate to your registered address.
Remember that procedures and requirements can change, so it’s important to consult the official website or contact the relevant authorities for the most current and accurate information on obtaining your matric certificate online in South Africa.
Applying for a Re-issue of a certificate (change of particulars)
For all certificates issued, candidates are allowed a twelve month period from the date of issue for any corrections to be effected. A change to an original certificate will not be considered unless the original certificate (not replacement) is returned.
To change your name on your matric certificate, you must apply to the Department of Basic Education (DBE) or Provincial Education Department (PED) by completing the Re-issues application form.
You must go to the nearest DBE/PED offices in person so that DBE/PED officials can interview you before they make the amendments.
A statement of results may be issued, as an interim record while waiting for the issue of your certificate.
Reasons for re-issue
- Re-issue: Administrative errors
Within the six-month period after certification (first issue), but not later than a year after the last examination, a request for a re-issue will be considered in cases where there is sufficient proof that the mistake on the certificate, either with regard to a subject mark, subject choice or a change in result, or some aspect of the personal details, is incorrect because of a registration error by the school or department. - Re-issue: Alteration of Sex Description and Sex Status
In the situation where the Director – General of the Department of Home Affairs has granted an application in terms of the Alteration of Sex Description and Sex Status Act, 2003, and a person’s sex-description has been altered accordingly, the person may, through the Department of Basic Education or Provincial Education Department, make application for re-issue with a change of name/personal details (if requested), and a re-assignation of sex description on the Umalusi data-base.
- Certified copies of the candidate’s old and new Identity Documents
- A detailed sworn statement (affidavit) by the candidate
- The original certificate
- A letter from the Department of Home Affairs confirming that it has, on behalf of the person in question, acted in terms of Section 27(A) of the Births and Death Registration Act, 1992, and that it has altered the sex description (and the names) of that person
- Application form obtainable from the DBE/PED.
- Pay the prescribed fee by postal order at the Post Office, cash at DBE/PED office or by cheque.
- Go to the nearest DBE/PED offices with the following documents:
- your original national/ senior certificate and a certified copy
- Identity document (ID) and a certified copy of your ID
- an affidavit stating the reasons for alteration (detailed one)
- confirmation letter from the Department of Home Affairs
- Birth certificate. If you don’t have a birth certificate you must bring a clinic card, baptismal certificate, or school report that states your name and date of birth.
- Alternatively you can download the form, fill it and post it with the attached documents, including the postal order or cheque, to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001.
How long does it take?
It takes four to six weeks for a Re-Issue certificate
How much does it cost?
- Re-issue certificate (Administrative errors): R164
- Statement of results: R57
- These fees are valid from 01 April 2023 until 31 March 2024.
Form to fill
Applying for Replacement certificate: Lost or damaged matric certificate
If you lost or damaged your original matric certificate, you must apply for replacement at the Department of Basic Education (DBE) or Provincial Education Department (PED) by completing the Replacement application form.
You can request for the statement of results while waiting for the issue of your certificate. If the certificate is damaged, you must return the damaged certificate to the Department of Basic Education (DBE) or Provincial Education Department (PED).
What should you do?
- Pay the prescribed fee by postal order at the Post Office, cash at DBE / PED office or by cheque.
- Go to the nearest DBE/ PED offices with the following documents:
- An affidavit stating what happened to your certificate (i.e. if it is lost or damaged)
- the original national/ senior certificate (if it is damaged), this is not applicable if it is lost
- The original identity document (ID) and a certified copy.
- Alternatively you can download form, fill it in and post it with the attached documents including the postal order to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001
Note: You may apply and pay for the re-issue ONLINE (www.eservices.gov.za).
How long does it take?
It takes between four to six weeks for a Replacement certificate to be issued (for records on the system). You can obtain your statement of results immediately.
For records not on the system, it will take longer as records needs to be retrieved from the Archives and loaded on the system.
How much does it cost?
- Replacement certificate: R164.00
- Statement of results: additional R57.00.
- These fees are valid from 01 April 2023 until 31 March 2024.
Form to fill
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Applying for Replacement certificate: Change of status
If you wrote matric in more than one examination sitting and you want to combine your credits to qualify for a National Certificate, i.e. Senior Certificate (SC) or National Senior Certificate (NSC), you must apply for Replacement certificate: change of status. The department does not automatically combine your credits, unless you wrote a supplementary examination.
You can apply for confirmation statement of results while waiting for the National Certificate.
What should you do?
- Pay the prescribed fee by postal order at the Post Office, cash at DBE/PED office or by cheque.
- Go to the nearest DBE/PED offices with the following documents:
- Your results from all examination sittings
- The original identity document (ID) and a certified copy.
- The proof of payment
- Alternatively you can download form, fill it in and post it with the attached documents including the postal order to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001
How long does it take?
It takes four to six weeks for Replacement certificate: change of status. The combination statement of results is obtainable immediately.
How much does it cost?
It will cost you R164.00 for the Replacement certificate, and if you want a statement of results, it will cost you an additional R57.00. These fees are valid from 01 April 2023 until 31 March 2024.
