Is 40 Percent A Pass?

Is 40 Percent a Pass Mark?

Is 40 Percent a Pass Mark? Passing Grades Explained

Well, many people think passing matric requires just 40% of the class. It isn’t completely correct. However, you must receive at least 40% plus in each of your studies to pass matric. A student is considered to have failed if they cannot complete the National Senior Certificate requirements. To get an NSC pass you need your 40% minimum for your home language and 40% for another 2 subjects.

Also, in some schools and universities, 40 percent is considered a minimum pass mark, meaning students achieve enough to progress without needing to repeat the course. They will then have to retake their subjects if they need a passing grade for matriculation. They will then need to get the required minimum scores. more on this are as follows

South Africa Grade System

It is compulsory to achieve at least 40% for your home language to attain one of the certifications that grant you access to a higher learning institution. Attaining less than 40% is regarded as a failure.

The percentages are therefore calibrated as follows:

a first-class pass is given for 75% and above,
a second (division one) for 70–74%,
a second (division two) for 60%–69%, and
a third for 50%–59%.
A failure is any percentage below 40%.

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The National Senior Certificate Minimum Requirement

40% minimum for your home language
40% for another 2 subjects
You can fail a subject – even your first additional language
You must then get 30% or more for the other 6 making a total of 6 passes.

A Higher Certificate Minimum Requirement

40% in their Home Language.
At least 40% in two other subjects.
A minimum of 30% for three other subjects.
One of the two language requirements to qualify for a Higher Certificate. Thus, either English or Afrikaans.

The Diploma Certification Minimum Requirement