Every year, thousands of South African learners eagerly wait for their matric results, and learners who wrote their final exams in 2025 are no different. These results are extremely important because they determine admission into universities, TVET colleges, learnerships, bursaries, and other post-school opportunities. If you are wondering when the 2025 matric results will be released, this article explains everything you need to know.

Expected Release Date for 2025 Matric Results

The 2025 matric results are expected to be released on 13 January 2026. Siviwe Gwarubethe, the minister of Department of Basic Education will announce 2025 matric results on the 12th of January 2026.  

When Will Learners Be Able to View Their Results?

There are usually two important dates to remember:

• Official announcement date – This is when the Minister of Basic Education announces the national matric results and overall pass rate. (12 Janaury 2026)

• Learner access date – Learners are normally able to access their individual results the day after the official announcement (13 January 2026)

How to Check Your 2025 Matric Results

Once released, learners will be able to access their 2025 matric results in several ways:

• At your high school – Most schools provide printed statements to learners.

• Online via the Department of Basic Education website – Learners can search using their exam number.

• SMS services (if available) – Results may be sent directly to your phone.

• Newspapers – Some national newspapers publish matric results using exam numbers.

It is important to keep your exam number safe, as you will need it to check your results.

What to Do While Waiting for Results

The waiting period can be stressful, but it is also a good time to prepare:

• Track university and TVET college application outcomes

• Prepare for late applications or walk-in applications in case you need alternatives

• Research NSFAS funding, bursaries, and learnerships

• Plan for possible upgrading or rewriting if needed

Being prepared helps reduce panic once results are released.

What Happens After the Results Are Released?

After receiving your results, you can:

• Accept or confirm university or college offers

• Apply for late or second-semester programmes

• Submit NSFAS appeals if necessary

• Apply for remarking or rechecking if you believe there was an error