How to Get SSLC Certificate

Senior Secondary Leaving Certificate, or SSLC for short, is a required certification for students planning to pursue further education. Those who successfully finish the Class 10th exam are given this certificate. For pupils enrolled in the CBSE board program, passing the Class 10 board test results in the SSLC.

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The SSLC certificate pertains specifically to Class 10, not Class 12. It is awarded to students after successfully completing their education from Classes 1 to 10 and passing the SSC exam, issued by their respective educational authorities.

Why is SSLC Certificate important?

The reasons why SSLC Certificate is important are given below:

  1. SSLC Certificate can be used to obtain admission for studying PUC, Standard 11 and 12.
  2. The certificate needs to be submitted during admission to colleges.
  3. You will need to provide this certificate while applying for jobs.
  4. SSLC Certificate can also be used as proof of identity when applying for Aadhaar, PAN Card, etc.
  5. If you are applying for scholarships, then you will have to provide SSLC Certificate as one of your documents.

How to Obtain an SSLC Certificate?

Once you have cleared your Standard 10th exam, you will need to approach your respective school authority to obtain the SSLC Certificate. Once the results of your Standard 10 are declared, the school administration will provide you with a hard copy of the SSLC Certificate. Your Standard 10 marksheet in some states in India will act as your SSLC Certificate going forward.

The steps to apply for obtaining an SSLC Certificate are given below:

  1. Step 1: Write a letter to the principal or administration of your school stating that you are requesting an issuance of the SSLC Certificate.
  2. Step 2: Attach a copy of your Standard 10 marksheet.
  3. Step 3: Submit the letter and document to the school authority. Once the documents are verified and if all the details are found to be correct, you will receive your SSLC Certificate.
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How Can I Download the SSLC Certificate Online?

Given below are the steps you must follow to download SSLC Certificate online:

  1. Step 1: Visit the State/CBSE board website and click on the ‘SSLC Certificate’ link.
  2. Step 2: Provide your date of birth and roll number.
  3. Step 3: Once you provide the details, your SSLC Certificate will appear on the screen.
  4. Step 4: You can then click on the download button and download the SSLC Certificate.
  5. Step 5: Once the document has been downloaded, you can get it printed.

How Can I Retrieve My Lost SSLC Certificate?

To obtain a duplicate copy of the SSLC certificate, it's imperative for students to first file a First Information Report (FIR) for the lost certificate. Filing an FIR is essential to prevent potential misuse of the certificate by unauthorized individuals.

To proceed with the duplicate copy request:

  1. Step 1: Download the application form from the official website of the respective board, if available.
  2. Step 2: Input your roll number/registration number and date of birth to access the form.
  3. Step 3: Print out the downloaded application form.

Alternatively:

  1. Step 1: Visit the respective board office or approach the school authority.
  2. Step 2: Submit the completed application form to initiate the process of obtaining the duplicate Senior Secondary Leaving Certificate.
  3. Step 3: Ensuring the FIR is filed and promptly completing the application process will facilitate the issuance of the duplicate SSLC certificate.

Certain boards require an application fee in order to obtain an SSL certificate. Therefore, it is advised that when students request a certificate, they bring a demand draft or NEFT to the school board.

Before submitting an SSLC application, make sure you have all the necessary paperwork.

Boards that Offer the SSLC Certificate

The following is a list of state boards in India that offer SSLC, SSC, matriculation, and class 10 classes:

  1. Board of Secondary Education, Assam
  2. Assam Sanskrit Board
  3. State Madrassa Education Board, Assam
  4. Board of Secondary Education (Andhra Pradesh)
  5. Aligarh Muslim University Board of Secondary & Sr. Secondary Education, Aligarh
  6. Bihar Board of open Schooling & Examination
  7. Bihar State Madrasa Education Board
  8. Bihar Sanskrit Shiksha Board
  9. Bihar School Examination Board
  10. Banasthali Vidyapith
  11. Central Board of Secondary Education
  12. Chhatisgarh State Open School
  13. Chhattisgarh Sanskrit Board, Raipur
  14. Chhatisgarh Board of Secondary Education
  15. Chhattisgarh Madrasa Board
  16. Council For The Indian School Certificate Examinations
  17. Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University)
  18. Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board
  1. Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education
  2. Board of School Education Haryana
  3. Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya
  4. H. P. Board of School Education
  5. The J & K State Board of School Education
  6. Jharkhand Academic Council, Ranchi
  7. Kerala Board of Public Examination
  8. Board of Vocational Higher Secondary Education, Kerala
  9. Karnataka Secondary Education, Examination Board
  10. Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education
  11. Board of Secondary Education, Madhya Pradesh
  12. M. P. State open School Education Board
  13. Maharishi Patanjali Sanskrit Sansthan
  14. Board of Secondary Education, Manipur
  15. Meghalaya Board of School Education Mizoram
  16. Board of School Education Nagaland
  17. Board of School Education
  18. National Institute of Open Schooling
  19. Board of Secondary Education
  20. Odisha Punjab School Education Board
  1. Rajasthan State Open School, Jaipur
  2. Board of Secondary Education Rajasthan
  3. Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan
  4. State Board of School Examinations (Sec.) & Board of Higher Secondary Examinations, Tamil Nadu
  5. Telangana open School Society
  6. Board of Secondary Education, Telangana State
  7. Tripura Board of Secondary Education
  8. U.P. Board of High School & Intermediate Education
  9. Uttrakhand Sanskrit Shiksha Parishad
  10. Uttrakhand Madrasa Education Board
  11. Board of School Education Uttarakhand
  12. West Bengal Board of Secondary Education
  13. West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education
  14. West Bengal Board of Madrasah Education
  15. The West Bengal Council of Rabindra open Schooling

What to Do After SSLC? Education and Career Options

The below mentioned are some of the education opportunities after obtaining the SSLC:

  1. Once you have obtained the SSLC, you can pursue higher secondary or pre-university education, commonly referred to as the "+2" stage in India.
  2. With a 12th-grade qualification, you can apply for undergraduate courses in their chosen field.
  3. You can also join technical training colleges to gain skills for professional careers.
  4. The other options are polytechnic courses for a three-year engineering diploma, which can lead to an advanced engineering degree.
  5. Vocational programs are also available post-SSLC for career-focused education.
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FAQs on SSLC Certificate

  • What is the SSLC exam's objective?

    Exams after secondary school evaluate pupils' competency in a range of courses and abilities. It attests to the students' suitability for advanced secondary education.

  • Who administers the SSLC test?

    The SSLC exam is administered by a variety of state and national education boards, including the CISCE, Kerala Board, UP Board, Maharashtra Board, and CBSE. The subjects, patterns, and dates varied amongst boards.

  • What follows passing the SSLC?

    Students can pursue further secondary education, engage in vocational programs, apply for diploma programs, join the armed forces, and many other alternatives after passing the SSLC. It creates a multitude of employment and educational options.

  • Does SSLC matter?

    Since it is a prerequisite for pursuing higher education after the tenth grade, it is crucial. Additionally, the certificate attests to the students' underlying academic success and ability.

  • What is the difference between SSLC, TC, and other school certificates?

    Literally, a transfer and a leaving certificate have the same meaning. The school awards it upon course completion, which occurs following the completion of the 10th and 12th boards. You must have a TC issued by your school, even if you are graduating in any standard (for example, eighth grade).

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