The National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) are a crucial part of the university application process in South Africa, providing insights into a student’s academic readiness. After taking the tests, many candidates eagerly await their results. This blog post will guide you through the process of obtaining your NBT results, what to do if your results are not available, and how these results are sent to universities.
How to Obtain Your NBT Results
Your NBT results are typically uploaded to your NBT account approximately four weeks after your test date. To check your results, follow these steps:
- Log into Your Account: Visit the NBT portal at NBT Login.
- Username: Your ID number
- Password: The one you created during registration. If you’ve forgotten your password, use the password reminder link provided on the login page.
- Accessing Results: Once logged in, navigate to the results section of your account.
When Will My Results Be Available?
To keep track of your results, refer to the NBT Test Schedule. Here’s a quick overview of the timeline for 2023:
Test Date | Results Available to Institutions | Results Available to Writers (by 12 noon) |
---|---|---|
14-May | 06-Jun | 13-Jun |
21-May | 13-Jun | 20-Jun |
04-Jun | 27-Jun | 04-Jul |
11-Jun | 04-Jul | 11-Jul |
25-Jun | 18-Jul | 25-Jul |
02-Jul | 25-Jul | 01-Aug |
09-Jul | 01-Aug | 08-Aug |
16-Jul | 08-Aug | 15-Aug |
23-Jul | 15-Aug | 22-Aug |
30-Jul | 22-Aug | 29-Aug |
13-Aug | 05-Sep | 12-Sep |
20-Aug | 12-Sep | 19-Sep |
10-Sep | 03-Oct | 10-Oct |
01-Oct | 24-Oct | 31-Oct |
08-Oct | 31-Oct | 07-Nov |
15-Oct | 07-Nov | 14-Nov |
26-Nov | 15-Dec | 15-Dec |
03-Dec | 30-Jan | 06-Feb |
Make sure to check these dates closely, as timely access to your results is essential for your university application process.
Troubleshooting: “My Results Aren’t Available”
If you encounter a message stating that your results are not available, it may be due to an outstanding balance on your account. This usually happens when there is an unpaid fee for a previous test booking. To resolve this issue:
- Ensure that all fees have been paid in full.
- If you believe there’s an error, contact the NBT support team for assistance.
Results Sent to Universities
Your NBT results are automatically sent to any universities where you have applied, approximately three weeks after you complete your tests. You don’t need to manually send your results; institutions will request them directly from the NBT.
Interpreting your results
Performance on the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) places your scores into one of three performance levels or benchmark categories. These are:
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- ‘Intermediate’, or
- ‘Basic’.
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