Official Matric Results Release Date: 13 January 2026

The final NSC exams concluded on 27 November 2025, and on 12 January 2026, Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube will announce the national pass rate and performance trends. Individual results will be accessible to candidates from 6:00 AM on 13 January 2026.

To access your results, you will need your examination number. Candidates are encouraged to collect their official statement of results from the school or centre where they sat for their exams.

For candidates in Gauteng, the province has also made matric results accessible via their online portal:

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Please note: some results may be delayed due to technical issues, but most will be available as planned.

What to Check on Your Statement of Results

When you receive your results, take a moment to verify that all your personal details  especially your name and ID number are accurate. If there are any errors, make sure to report them to the Department of Basic Education before 20 February 2026.

What if You’re Not Happy With Your Results?

Don’t panic — you have options.

Apply for a Re-mark or Re-check

If you believe there was a mistake in the marking of your exam script, you can apply for a re-mark or re-check starting from 13 January 2026. The deadline for both manual and online applications is 27 January 2026.

Applications can be submitted:

Fees:

  • Re-mark: R120 per subject

  • Re-check: R30 per subject

Note: If you still have concerns after a re-mark or re-check, you can apply to view your exam script  but only after the re-mark/re-check is completed. Applications for viewing must be made within 7 days of receiving those results, and the fee is R230.

Re-mark results will be released from 13 March 2026, and will be available from the same exam centre where you sat your 2025 exams.

Final Thoughts for the Class of 2025

Whether you're celebrating or reconsidering your options, remember that these results are just one step in your journey. If your results open doors to university or college  congratulations. If not, explore other routes: remarking, rewriting, TVET colleges, bridging courses, or services like CACH (Central Applications Clearing House) to help you find available spaces in tertiary institutions.

Stay informed, act quickly, and take control of your future.