Here, you can download Grade 12 past papers and memos with Matric exam information. We’ve given you great studying techniques to get the best results.
Languages
Afrikaans 2021
- Afrikaans HL Paper 1
- Afrikaans HL Paper 1 Memo
- Afrikaans HL Paper 2
- Afrikaans HL Paper 2 Memo
- Afrikaans HL Paper 3
- Afrikaans HL Paper 3 Memo
- Afrikaans FAL Paper 1
- Afrikaans FAL Paper 1 Memo
- Afrikaans FAL Paper 2
- Afrikaans FAL Paper 2 Memo
- Afrikaans FAL Paper 3
- Afrikaans FAL Paper 3 Memo
The above and previous year’s region-focused Afrikaans exam papers are available for download here at BE: Language 2021 Papers – Matric Downloads
English 2021
- English HL Paper 1
- English HL Paper 1 Memo
- English HL Paper 2
- English HL Paper 2 Memo
- English HL Paper 3
- English HL Paper 3 Memo
- English FAL Paper 1
- English FAL Paper 1 Memo
- English FAL Paper 2
- English FAL Paper 2 Memo
- English FAL Paper 3
- English FAL Paper 3 Memo
The above and previous year’s region-focussed English exam papers are available for download here on BE: Language 2021 Papers – Matric Downloads
- IsiXhosa HL Paper 1
- IsiXhosa HL Paper 1 Memo
- IsiXhosa HL Paper 2
- IsiXhosa HL Paper 2 Memo
- IsiXhosa HL Paper 3
- IsiXhosa HL Paper 3 Memo
- IsiXhosa FAL Paper 1
- IsiXhosa FAL Paper 1 Memo
- IsiXhosa FAL Paper 2
- IsiXhosa FAL Paper 2 Memo
- IsiXhosa FAL Paper 3
- IsiXhosa FAL Paper 3 Memo
- IsiXhosa SAL Paper 1
- IsiXhosa SAL Paper 1 Memo
- IsiXhosa SAL Paper 2
- IsiXhosa SAL Paper 2 Memo
- IsiXhosa SAL Paper 3
- IsiXhosa SAL Paper 3 Memo
The above and previous year’s region-focussed isiXhosa exam papers are available for download here on BE: Language 2021 Papers – Matric Downloads
Sesotho 2021
- Sesotho HL Paper 1
- Sesotho HL Paper 1 Memo
- Sesotho HL Paper 2
- Sesotho HL Paper 2 Memo
- Sesotho HL Paper 3
- Sesotho HL Paper 3 Memo
- Sesotho FAL Paper 1
- Sesotho FAL Paper 1 Memo
- Sesotho FAL Paper 2
- Sesotho FAL Paper 2 Memo
- Sesotho FAL Paper 3
- Sesotho FAL Paper 3 Memo
- Sesotho SAL Paper 1
- Sesotho SAL Paper 1 Memo
- Sesotho SAL Paper 2
- Sesotho SAL Paper 2 Memo
- Sesotho FAL Paper 3
- Sesotho FAL Paper 3 Memo
The above and previous year’s region-focussed Sesotho exam papers are available for download here on BE: Language 2021 Papers – Matric Downloads
Other High Credit Subjects
Business Studies 2020
The above-mentioned Business Studies 2020 exam papers are available for download with memos here on https://matricdownloads.co.za/be-non-language-2020-papers-a-h/
Geography 2020
- Paper 1 (English)
- Paper 1 Memo (English)
- Paper 1 (Afrikaans)
- Paper 1 Memo (Afrikaans)
- Paper 1 Annexure (English)
- Paper 1 Annexure (Afrikaans)
- Paper 2 (English)
- Paper 2 Memo (English)
- Paper 2 (Afrikaans)
- Paper 2 Memo (Afrikaans)
The above-mentioned Geography 2020 exam papers are available for download with memos here on https://matricdownloads.co.za/be-non-language-2020-papers-a-h/
History 2020
- Paper 1 (English)
- Paper 1 Memo (English)
- Paper 1 (Afrikaans)
- Paper 1 Memo (Afrikaans)
- Paper 1 Addendum (English)
- Paper 1 Addendum (Afrikaans)
- Paper 2 (English)
- Paper 2 Memo (English)
- Paper 2 (Afrikaans)
- Paper 2 Memo (Afrikaans)
- Paper 2 Addendum (English)
- Paper 2 Addendum (Afrikaans)
The above-mentioned History 2020 exam papers are available for download with memos here on https://matricdownloads.co.za/be-non-language-2020-papers-a-h/
Accounting 2020
The above-mentioned Accounting 2020 exam papers are available for download with memos here on https://matricdownloads.co.za/be-non-language-2020-papers-a-h/
Computer Application Technology 2020
- Data Files (MS Office)
- Paper 1 (English)
- Paper 1 Memo (English)
- Paper 1 (Afrikaans)
- Paper 1 Memo (Afrikaans)
- Paper 2 (English)
- Paper 2 Memo (English)
- Paper 2 (Afrikaans)
- Paper 2 Memo (English)
The above-mentioned CAT 2020 exam papers are available for download with memos here on https://matricdownloads.co.za/be-non-language-2020-papers-a-h/
What Are IEB and DBE?
IEB is The Independent Examinations Board. DBE is the Department of Basic Education.
IEB
The Independent Examinations Board is a private board that offers exam services to clients or private schools. The IEB National Senior Certificate is a proudly South African qualification.
DBE
The Department of Basic Education deals and has always dealt with all public schools, from Grade R to Grade 12, adult literacy programmes are also overseen by the DBE
What Are The Minimum Requirements For A Bachelor Pass?
If you meet the entrance requirements for your chosen field of study, with a bachelor’s pass you can do so at any tertiary institution of your choice.
To acquire a bachelor’s pass, a student must pass at least 6 subjects out of the 7 and get at least 40% for Home Language, and as little as 50% in four other high credit subjects (Mathematics\Maths Lit, Physical and Life sciences, etc) Life Orientation excluded.
There are many courses, and resources that you will need in order to achieve your bachelor’s pass… more certainly with a decent bit of studying from your side.
What are the 3 other levels of passing Grade 12?
We have the Diploma Pass, the Higher Certificate Pass, and the National Senior Certificate Pass
Diploma Pass
To achieve a minimum diploma pass, you should pass with:
40% in Home language
50% in four subjects.
30% in 2 other subjects.
Higher Certificate Pass
To achieve a minimum Higher Certificate pass, you should pass with:
40% in your home language.
40% in two subjects.
30% in 3 other subjects.
National Senior Certificate Pass
To achieve a minimum Higher Certificate pass, you should pass with:
40% in your home language.
40% in 2 other subjects.
20% in other subjects.
Why Do You Need Past Papers?
The use of matric past exam papers when studying has many benefits. Having a better understanding of how the questions are set will give you a greater sense of confidence when you sit for the test. Among other benefits are:
- Becoming even more familiar with tricky learning content
- Understanding questions in the exam and how they must be answered
- Revising the content that you’ve already studied
- Helping with time management when you’re answering certain questions
Frequently asked questions
What is symbol C in Matric results?
Symbol C is the 60% to 69% mark. This falls under the substantial achievement level in the NSE.
How much do the matric finals count towards my final report?
All your work throughout the year before the final exams counts for 25% of your final mark. The end-of-year final exam counts for 75%, aside from Life Orientation, which in itself is an internal exam and counts for 100%
Can you fail maths and pass matric?
It is possible to fail mathematics and still pass the year as long as you passed your languages with marks results above 40% and achieved a pass in every other subject
Does NSFAS fund matric rewrite or upgrade?
No, NSFAS will not fund a matric rewrite. NSFAS only funds those studying at a public Varsity or College
Author: Blaine Alexander Oaker
Editor: Blaine Alexander Oaker
Date: 2022, October 19
