What Does D Stand For In Matric Results 2026

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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 own 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.

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 program 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

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 2026.

DHET Contact

123 Francis Baard Street
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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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