How to Collect an Academic Transcript from National University
An Academic Transcript is a special type of marksheet that you must collect directly from National University (NU).
- Time
- 5–7 working days*
- Fee
- Tk 707
- Collection
- Gazipur main campus
*Timing may vary due to the country's unstable situation. For professional courses and old-batch students, it can take 1–2 months.
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What is an Academic Transcript and when do you need it
A transcript is needed when applying abroad, and in most countries it is mandatory. For work inside Bangladesh, the marksheet is generally accepted in almost all cases.
Although “marksheet” and “transcript” sound like synonyms, they are different documents at National University, and there is a big difference in how they are used.
When applying abroad for higher education or jobs, a transcript is usually requested instead of a marksheet. This is because a transcript shows the course title along with the course code, which a marksheet does not. Samples of both are shown below.
Academic Transcript vs Marksheet
A marksheet is available from your college free of charge, while a transcript must be obtained directly from National University for a fee. Almost all institutions abroad require a transcript.
| Topic | Academic Transcript | Marksheet |
|---|---|---|
| Who issues it | Collected directly from National University (the board) after you receive the marksheet. | Issued by the college after you complete the course. |
| Acceptance abroad | Mandatory at almost all institutions abroad. | Not accepted by most universities or institutions abroad. |
| Acceptance in Bangladesh | Accepted at all institutions in the country. | Accepted at almost all government and private institutions in the country. |
| Fee | A fee is paid when applying online. | Completely free, from your own college. |
Steps to collect the Academic Transcript
Eight steps in total, from starting the application to receiving the transcript.
Preparation
Fill in and attest the application form
Fill in the application form and get it attested by the principal of your own college.
['']Scan your documents
Scan the required academic documents and make PDFs. Each file must be under 2 MB.
Applying online
Create a Student Portal account
Create an account on the National University Student Portal.
['']Select the Academic Transcript application
Log in to your account and select the Academic Transcript application.
Fill in the form and upload documents
Fill in all fields marked with a star (*) on the page and upload the required documents below.
Pay the application fee
Pay the application fee via bKash, Nagad or similar.
Waiting and collection
Wait 5–7 working days
Wait 5–7 working days for the transcript to be prepared (this may vary due to the country's unstable situation). When it is ready, the status “Printed” will appear on your dashboard.
Collect from the main campus
After the “Printed” status appears, come to the National University main campus (Gazipur) and collect the transcript. Address: Board Bazar, National University-1704, Gazipur.
Required documents
The following documents are needed with the application.
- Registration card
- Admit card (all years)
- Provisional Certificate
- Marksheet
- HSC certificate (for the transcript of a Degree or Honours course)
- Degree or Honours certificate (for the transcript of a Master's course)
- Application with the principal's recommendation (download the form from this link)
Application fee and payment method
The application fee for a transcript is Tk 707, payable as a bank draft. The fee can also be paid via mobile banking (bKash, Nagad etc.).
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How long does an Academic Transcript take?
For regular courses it usually takes 5–7 working days. This may vary due to the country's unstable situation. For professional courses and old-batch students, it can take 1–2 months.
Can I apply if I do not have the Provisional Certificate, admit card or marksheet, or if I lost them?
If you do not have them or have lost them, you must first obtain duplicate copies. See the duplicate services: Provisional Certificate, Marksheet and Admit Card. If you need help, contact us on WhatsApp.
Can I get a separate transcript for each year? Can a current student get a transcript after finishing the first or second year?
Yes, it can be obtained. In that case, you must pay a separate bank draft (application fee) for each transcript.
Help and related guides
For details about collecting a transcript, or for help, contact us on WhatsApp.