How to Access 2024 Matric Results. The long-awaited day is almost here! On 14 January 2025, matric students across South Africa will receive their 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) results. Whether you prefer to check your results online, at school, or directly on your phone, there are multiple ways to access them conveniently.
How to Access Your 2024 Matric Results
The following below is a complete guide to check your 2024 Matric Results:-
Online via the Department of Basic Education Website
For a quick and hassle-free experience, you can view your results on the Department of Basic Education (DBE) website.
- When: Results will be live from 6:00 AM on 14 January 2025.
- How:
- Visit www.education.gov.za Or Matric Results 2024 Online Check
- Log in using your exam number to access your results.
This option is ideal for students with reliable internet access who prefer checking results from home or on the go.
Collect in Person at Your School or Exam Centre
For students who prefer the traditional method, results will be available at your school or exam centre.
- When: From 8:00 AM on 14 January 2025.
- Western Cape Students: Results will be available for collection starting at 10:00 AM.
This method allows you to celebrate or discuss your results with classmates and teachers immediately. Arrive early to avoid long queues.
Receive Results via SMS or USSD
If you don’t have internet access, you can opt to receive your results on your phone through SMS or USSD.
- SMS Method:
- Send your exam number to 35658.
- Follow the instructions received.
- Cost: R1.50 per SMS (free SMS bundles not applicable).
- USSD Method:
- Dial *120*35658# on your phone.
- Follow the prompts to access your results.
- Cost: 50c per 20 seconds (free airtime not applicable).
These services are exclusively available to NSC candidates. IEB students must use their school or official IEB channels to get results.
Key Reminders
- Check Your Details: Ensure your exam number is correct when registering for mobile services.
- Prepare Early: Register for SMS or USSD services in advance to avoid delays.
- Stay Calm: Results are only a part of your journey; they don’t define your future.
Summary of Access Methods
- Online: Visit www.education.gov.za starting at 6:00 AM.
- In-Person: Collect from your school or exam centre starting at 8:00 AM (10:00 AM in Western Cape).
- Phone: Receive results via SMS or USSD by registering with your exam number.
No matter how you choose to access your results, be proud of the hard work you’ve put into your studies. Best of luck to all matriculants may your results open the doors to your future aspirations.
For more details, visit the Department of Basic Education’s official website.
