What Does D Stand For In Matric Results 2025

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What Does D Stand For In Matric Results 2025

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In South Africa, symbols that ultimately point pupils to different levels of higher education are used to signify matric pass levels. When you look at the result statement, are you sure you understand what the pass sign means? It’s important to recognise that each matric symbol grants you a temporary admission. Depending on what you wish to study, each course and each school may have its requirements. Please feel at rest; we are here to help. Continue reading to find out what the matric pass symbols on your matric certificate mean.

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What Symbol “D” Means

In Matric results, the symbol “D” denotes a gain of between 50 and 59%. The complete list of Matric APS and symbols is displayed in the table below:

Matric Symbols  Percentage of marks received  Type of Achievement  APS Points
A 80-100% (Distinction) Outstanding Achievement 7 points
B 70-79% Meritorious Achievement 6 points
C 60-69% Substantial Achievement 5 points
D 50-59% Adequate Achievement  4 points 
E 40-49% Moderate Achievement 3 points
F 30-39% Elementary Achievement 2 points
G 0-29% Not achieved Achievement 1 point

Various Matric Pass Levels 

There is a pass level for each programme level and a breakdown of these programmes is shown below;

Pass Level Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree pass
  • 40% or above for your Home Language subject
  • 50% or above for four subjects
  • 30% or above for two other subjects
Diploma pass
  • 40% or above for your Home Language subject
  • 40% or above for four other subjects
  • 30% or above for two other subjects
Higher Certificate pass
  • 40% or above for your Home Language subject
  • 40% or above for two other subjects
  • 30% or above for four other subjects
NSC pass/Matric pass
  • 40% or above for your Home Language subject
  • 40% or above for two other subjects
  • 30% or above for three other subjects
  • You can fail one subject

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Where Can I Access My Matric Results?

Soon, the matric results will be made public. They are available to you in the following ways:

  • Use the USSD code *120*35658# on a mobile device. Get your results broken down by subject by following the instructions, using your ID number.
  • News Websites: On the day that the results are released, news websites will update their pages with the results.
  • Your school will be able to give you your final results, according to them.
  • Online: Go to education.gov.za and select the link for the NSC exam results for 2025.

DHET Contact

123 Fr​ancis Baard Street
Pretoria
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www.dhet.gov.za​

Call Centre Information
0800 87 2222
Email: callcentre@dhet.gov.za

Private Bag X174
Pretoria
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Tel + 27 12 312 5911

Now that you know what the matrices’ symbols imply, you may decide what to do next.

You can always raise your grade through supplemental examinations, matric upgrades, or adult matric if you don’t receive the pass you want. stay updated with their official websites and announcements.

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