Funda ngokwangempela.
The best preparation is past papers done under exam conditions. Find official NSC papers and memos, plan your revision and know exactly what to do on results day.
Amaphepha ezivivinyo ze-NSC asemthethweni
Papers and memoranda are published by the Department of Basic Education. Choose a subject and session, and we take you to the official archive.
Izifundo ezithandwayo
Isonto elifaneleka ngempela.
Pick your subjects and how long you can study each day. We build a balanced week of 45-minute blocks, with your weakest subject getting the most time.
Amahora angu-72 ngemuva kokuthola amamaki akho.
Results for the class of 2026 are expected in mid-January 2027; the Department of Basic Education confirms the exact date. Have this plan ready.
- Get your statement of resultsFrom your school or exam centre. Check your name and ID number are correct.
- Recalculate your APSEnter your final marks in the Isibali se-APS and compare against each programme you applied for.
- Decide on a re-mark or re-checkIf a mark is close to a requirement, apply within the DBE window — usually about two weeks after results.
- Call admissions officesConfirm whether your provisional offer stands, or ask about extended programmes.
- Use the Central Application Clearing HouseIf you have no offer, the DHET clearing house matches students with available places at universities and colleges.
- Lock in fundingUpload final results to NSFAS or your bursary provider and check your funding options.
