If you have taken your matric exams and are eager to get your results, then there are 5 ways to go about that.
Let's take a look at all the ways to get your matric results:
- Check with your school whether the matric results are in yet. The normal date on which matric results are released is January 1 - 7, so don't delay in asking about this.
- Local newspapers often publish matric results a day or two after the schools have received the result. Continue checking the newspaper on a daily basis, or even contact their news desk to ask if there is word about the publication of matric results.
- Speaking of calling people, you could always try calling your local province's department of education. You will need your matric exam number handy before you call them though, so be sure to have those details!
- The National Department of Basic Education also publishes exam results. You can view their site here: http://www.education.gov.za/MatricResults/ExamResults/tabid/175/Default.aspx
As stated on their website, not all matric exam results are always available. Here are the reasons they give:- Although every effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the results, note that candidates' results may be ommitted due to techical reasons.
- If your results do not appear after you've clicked the search button, you are advised to collect your statement of results from your school.
The SABC (South African Broadcasting Corporation) also has details of all matric results and runs a phone number to help people retrieve their details:. Here's how
Call 082 152, selecting option 6, and following the instructions to punch in your exam and ID numbers, you can access your matric results as soon as they are available.
