This year brought on its own set of challenges as we entered the second year of the pandemic. But the end is in sight for the matric class of 2023. The final exam was on 7 December 2022.
And the exam results will then be released on 19 January 2023. In preparation for the upcoming results, explore your options for how to get them. You can also see how North West’s matriculants have performed in the past:
North West Matric Results Over the Last 5 Years
The North West Matric Results have dropped by more than 10%. The class of North West have always found themselves in the top, but their results have declined. Below are the North West Matric Results over the last 5 years:
- 2020: 76.2%
- 2019: 86.8%
- 2018: 81.1%
- 2017: 79.4%
- 2016: 82.5%
National Matric Results Over the Last 5 Years
Over the last few years, the national matric results have kept on improving. However, the rate has dropped by 5.1%. The results for the last 5 years are as follows.
- 2020: 76.2%
- 2019: 81.3%
- 2018: 79.4%
- 2017: 76.5%
- 2016: 76.2%
Where to get the 2021 Matric Results
There are many ways in which you can get your matric results. Each has been made quick and easy for your convenience, so you have one less thing to stress about. Choose the method that works best for you.
At Your School or Exam Centre
Get your results at the school or exam centre where you wrote your final exams. Go on the day the results are released. Your friends and teachers will surround you when you get your results.
In the Newspaper
One of the common ways of getting your results is in the newspaper. However, your name won’t be shown in the newspaper. Only your exam number and level of pass will be posted.
Get it Online
Want to get your results without leaving the house? You can also get your results online when you enter your exam number on the Department of Basic Education page.
Via SMS or USSD
Get your results sent straight to you. Send an SMS to 35658, with your ID number and student number. Keep in mind, no free SMSs or minutes can be used with this method.