Matric Final Exam Timetable 2025
2025 Matric Final Exam Timetable for South Africa
The official 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) Final Exam Timetable is out, and it is important for all Grade 12 learners to start preparing now. This timetable outlines the exact dates and times for each subject, helping learners structure their study plans and stay ready for the October/November final exams.
Important Starting Dates
- Pledge Signing: Friday, 17 October 2025
- First Examination: Tuesday, 21 October 2025
- Last Examination: Thursday, 27 November 2025
Tip: Use this timetable to plan a daily revision schedule. Start with your final exam dates and work backwards.
Matric Final Exam Time Table South Africa
Week 1: 20 – 24 October 2025
- 21 Oct: Computer Applications Tech P1 (Practical)
- 22 Oct: Information Technology P1 (Practical)
- 23 Oct: English HL/FAL/SAL P3
- 24 Oct: Afrikaans HL/FAL/SAL P3
Week 2: 27 – 31 October 2025
- 27 Oct: isiZulu, isiXhosa, siSwati, isiNdebele HL/FAL/SAL P3
- 28 Oct: Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, Xitsonga, Tshivenda HL/FAL/SAL P3
- 29 Oct: English HL/FAL/SAL P1
- 31 Oct: Mathematics P1, Mathematical Literacy P1
Week 3: 3 – 7 November 2025
- 3 Nov: Mathematics P2, Agricultural Sciences P1
- 5 Nov: Sepedi–Xitsonga HL/FAL/SAL P1
- 7 Nov: Physical Sciences P1 (Physics)
Week 4: 10 – 14 November 2025
- 10 Nov: Physical Sciences P2 (Chemistry), Visual Arts P1
- 11 Nov: Afrikaans HL/FAL/SAL P1, Business Studies P2
- 12 Nov: Geography P1, CAT P2 (Theory)
- 14 Nov: Life Sciences P1
Week 5: 17 – 21 November 2025
- 17 Nov: Life Sciences P2, Dramatic Arts
- 19 Nov: Economics P1, Tourism
- 21 Nov: Afrikaans HL/FAL/SAL P2, Economics P2
Week 6: 24 – 27 November 2025
- 24 Nov: Agricultural Technology, Music P1, Design
- 25 Nov: Consumer Studies, Hospitality Studies, Dance P1
- 26 Nov: Agricultural Management Practices, Marine Sciences P2
- 27 Nov: CAT P1 Rewrite, IT P1 Rewrite (Practical)
Additional Exam Dates
- 1 Sep 2025: Life Orientation CAT (2½ hrs)
- 14 Oct 2025: Life Orientation Rewrite (2½ hrs)
- 14 Aug – 24 Oct 2025: Performing Arts Practical
- 14 Oct – 24 Oct 2025: Visual Arts & Design Practical
Reminder: Be sure to confirm the exam venue and times with your school closer to each exam day.
If you have any questions, you can contact the Department of Basic Education at 012 357 3900.
Stay focused, plan wisely, and good luck to all matriculants writing in 2025!
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