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📜 Provisional Certificate
After the course ends, your college issues a provisional certificate and mark sheet. You need it before applying for the original certificate.
What is the provisional certificate and when is it needed
The provisional certificate is issued by your college after you complete the course. It is an NU-approved certificate and is enough for most jobs and admissions inside Bangladesh. You need it before you can apply for the original certificate.
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Provisional vs original certificate
| Provisional certificate | Original certificate |
|---|---|
| Your college | National University directly |
| Usually free, may vary by college | Fixed fee, apply online |
| 2-3 months after final results | After you hold the provisional certificate |
| Often not enough | Accepted |
Application steps
- Contact your college after the final result is published.
- Submit the college's application and required documents.
- Collect the certificate from the college when it is ready.
Documents required
- Registration card
- Admit card
- Any other documents your college asks for
Fee: Varies by college, usually free · Time: 2-3 months after the result is published
Please note
Correct any mistake in the provisional certificate first. If you apply for the original certificate or transcript before that, the wrong name will carry over.
FAQ
Is the provisional certificate accepted everywhere?
Many institutions abroad do not accept it. They need the original certificate.
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