Printable certificates of achievement, completion and appreciation
Three border styles, five colors and a layout that suits any award. Type the name and reason, then print on paper or card.
“Certificate of Achievement”
Ready-to-print certificate templates templates
Print one as it is, download the PDF, or load it into the editor above to adjust it first.
Certificate of achievement
Certificate of completion
First place
Certificate of participation
Volunteer appreciation
Outstanding student
Most improved
Perfect attendance
Reading star
Employee of the month
Certificate of appreciation
Top performer
Star of the week
Sports day award
Preschool graduation
Teacher of the year
What is certificate templates?
A certificate marks an achievement with a title, the recipient’s name on a line, a short reason and space for signatures. The Classic border uses a double rule with a row of small diamonds, Seal & ribbon adds a rosette between the signatures, and Modern runs a bold color bar down the side. Leave the name empty to print a stack of blank certificates and fill them in by hand.
What certificate templates is used for
- Certificates of achievement and completion
- Employee of the month and appreciation awards
- Competition and participation certificates
- Course, workshop and training certificates
Certificate templates on A4, Letter and other paper sizes
| Paper size | Printed area | At default settings |
|---|---|---|
| A4default297 × 210 mm | 277 × 190 mm | “Certificate of Achievement” |
| US Letter11 × 8.5 in | 259.4 × 195.9 mm | “Certificate of Achievement” |
| A5210 × 148 mm | 190 × 128 mm | “Certificate of Achievement” |
| A3420 × 297 mm | 400 × 277 mm | “Certificate of Achievement” |
| US Legal14 × 8.5 in | 335.6 × 195.9 mm | “Certificate of Achievement” |
How to print certificate templates at actual size
- 01
Click “Download PDF” and open the file in your PDF viewer.
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In the print dialog, set the scale to 100% or “Actual size”, not “Fit to page”.
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Choose the paper size that matches your settings and print. Measure one square or line with a ruler to check.
Certificate templates: frequently asked questions
Which paper size should I use?
A4 or US Letter in landscape is standard. Choose A3 for a larger certificate to frame or hang on a wall.
Can I print blank certificates to fill in by hand?
Yes. Clear the recipient name and the line stays for you to write on. You can clear the reason too and write it in after printing.
Can I add a logo or seal?
Not in the editor yet. Choose the Seal & ribbon style for a printed rosette, or add an embossed seal sticker or a stamp after printing.