Registration for the May/June 2025 Senior Certificate (SC) and National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations is now open. Matric candidates can register for the midyear rewrite exams for 2025.
The education department has announced that the registration period will begin on 1 October 2024 and will close on 7 February 2025.
Registration Timeline
The registration window for the 2025 SC/NSC May/June examinations opens on 1 October 2024 and ends on 7 February 2025.
While NSC matric candidates have the option to register for rewrites during the November 2024 exams, Senior Certificate students can only participate in the May/June 2025 Matric exams.
VIEW THE FULL 2024 OCT/NOV MATRIC TIMETABLE HERE
Senior Certificate Rewrite Policy
Senior Certificate candidates are permitted to rewrite their examinations only in May/June 2025.
Changes to Supplementary Exams
Matric candidates should be aware that February/March supplementary exams have been eliminated. The May/June 2025 examinations will be the first opportunity for those dissatisfied with their matric results to improve their scores.
The supplementary examination during February/March has been discontinued and is no longer available. The new examination in May/June allows candidates to enhance their results or address any outstanding issues. The application deadline for 2025 is 7 February 2025.
Registration Process
Senior Certificate candidates can register online for the May/June 2025 examinations. In contrast, National Senior Certificate students must visit their nearest District office to complete their registration.
2024 Final Matric Exams
The NSC exams for 2024 are set to begin soon. This year’s final matric examination period will start on 21 October and conclude in late November.
VIEW THE FULL 2024 OCT/NOV MATRIC TIMETABLE HERE
A total of 732,448 full-time candidates have registered for the 2024 NSC exams, reflecting an increase of 8,400 from 2023. Additionally, 136,195 part-time candidates are registered for various subjects this year.
Preparing For Matric Exams
Learners are encouraged to prepare adequately for the matric exams. The Careers Portal provides resources including matric past papers, dedicated to making the matric year easier for grade 12s.
You'll be able to find everything you need from matric rewrite information, matric results, study guides, matric past exam papers, matric timetables, tips, advice and more.
These resources can assist both Senior Certificate and National Senior Certificate candidates.
