New South African National Senior Certificate (NSC) 

National Senior Certificate

Access Your Matric Results 2025 Online in 4 Easy Ways

  1. Department of Basic Education Website: This official platform offers a user-friendly interface for quick and secure access to results. Students need to enter their examination number on the official Matric Results page.
  2. SMS Option: Send your exam and ID number to 45856. After verification, results are sent to your mobile device, with a charge of R1.50 per SMS.
  3. USSD Option: Dial 12045856# and follow the prompts to register using your exam number. This service costs R1.50 per minute.
  4. MatricsMate App: Download from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Sign up, verify your account, and use it to access your results.

The South African National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Matric) results . The results for the 2025 May/June Senior Certificate (SC) exams will be released on August 8, 2025. The NSC results are typically released in early January of the following year. 

Here’s a breakdown of what to expect and how to find information:

Key Dates:

  • May/June 2025 SC Results: August 8, 2025. 
  • NSC 2026 Results: The Department of Basic Education usually releases the NSC results in early January of the following year, meaning January 2027 for the 2026 exams. 

How to Check Results:

  • Online:The Department of Basic Education website (or the relevant provincial website) is the primary source for NSC results. 
  • SMS:Some candidates may receive results via SMS by registering with the relevant service. 
  • School/Exam Center:Results are also available from the school or exam center where the candidate wrote. 
  • USSD:Some private examination bodies, like the IEB, may offer results via USSD codes. 

Important Notes:

  • Statement of Results:The Statement of Results is available immediately from the school or exam center.
  • Replacement Certificates: Replacement certificates for lost or damaged certificates can be obtained from the National Department of Basic Education.
  • Technical Issues:If a candidate’s results don’t appear online, they should check with the school, district, or provincial office.
  • Right to Change:The Department of Basic Education reserves the right to change any information published on its website.