When you prepare for the supplementary exam, you will need past papers to see how exams are set. You can access these past papers and memos on our website.
Below we have listed different supplementary past papers that you can use to prepare.
Language Subjects
Afrikaans
Question Papers
Memos
- Afrikaans FAL P1 Memo
- Afrikaans FAL P2 Memo
- Afrikaans FAL P3 Memo
- Afrikaans HL P1 Memo
- Afrikaans HL P2 Memo
- Afrikaans HL P3 Memo
- Afrikaans SAL P1 (Free State) Memo
- Afrikaans SAL P1 (Gauteng) Memo
- Afrikaans SAL P1 (KwaZulu Natal) Memo
- Afrikaans SAL P1 (Limpopo) Memo
- Afrikaans SAL P1 (Mpumalanga) Memo
- Afrikaans SAL P1 (North West) Memo
- Afrikaans SAL P2 Memo
Sepedi
Question Papers
Memos
Setswana
Question Papers
Memos
Siswati
Question Papers
Memos
Tshivenda
Question Papers
Memos
Xitsonga
Question Papers
Memos
English
Question Papers
Memos
IsiNdebele
Question Papers
Memos
IsiXhosa
Question Papers
Memos
IsiZulu
Question Papers
Memos
Sesotho
Question Papers
Memos
Non-Language Subjects
Accounting
Question Papers
Memos
Agricultural Management Practices
Question Papers
Memos
Agricultural Sciences
Question Papers
Memos
Agricultural Technology
Question Papers
Memos
Business Studies
Question Papers
Memos
Civil Technology
Question Papers
Memos
Computer Application Technology
Question Papers
Memos
Consumer Studies
Question Papers
Memos
Dance Studies
Question Papers
Memos
Design
Question Papers
Memos
Dramatic Arts
Question Papers
Memos
Economics
Question Papers
Memos
Electrical Technology
Question Papers
Memos
Engineering Graphic And Design
Question Papers
Memos
Geography
Question Papers
Memos
History
Question Papers
Memos
Hospitality Studies
Question Papers
Memos
Information Technology
Question Papers
- Paper 1 (English) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 (Afrikaans) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (English) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (Afrikaans) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
Memos
- Paper 1 Memo (Afrikaans) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 Memo (English) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Memo (English)
- Paper 2 Memo (Afrikaans)
Life Sciences
Question Papers
- Paper 1 (English) (6/14/2019 – Modified)
- Paper 1 (Afrikaans) (6/14/2019 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (English) (6/14/2019 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (Afrikaans) (6/14/2019 – Modified)
Memos
- Paper 1 Memo (Afrikaans) (6/14/2019 – Modified)
- Paper 1 Memo (English) (6/14/2019 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Memo (Afrikaans) (6/14/2019 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Memo (English) (6/14/2019 – Modified)
Mathematical Literacy
Question Papers
- Paper 1 (English) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 (Afrikaans) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 Addendum (English) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 Addendum (Afrikaans) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (English) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (Afrikaans) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Addendum (English) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Addendum (Afrikaans) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
Memos
- Paper 1 Memo (English) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 Memo (Afrikaans) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Memo (English) 6/22/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Memo (Afrikaans) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
Mathematics
Question Papers
- Paper 1 (English) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 (Afrikaans) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (English) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (Afrikaans) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Answering Book (English & Afrikaans) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
Memos
- Paper 1 Memo (English & Afrikaans) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Memo (English & Afrikaans) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
Mechanical Technology
Question Papers
Memos
Music
Question Papers
- Paper 1 (English) (6/16/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 (Afrikaans) (6/16/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (English) (6/22/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (Afrikaans) (6/16/2018 – Modified)
Memos
- Paper 1 Memo (Afrikaans) (6/16/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 Memo (English) (6/16/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Memo (Afrikaans) (6/16/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Memo (English) (6/16/2018 – Modified)
Physical Sciences
Question Papers
- Paper 1 (English) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 (Afrikaans) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (English) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (Afrikaans) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
Memos
- Paper 1 Memo (English & Afrikaans) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Memo (English & Afrikaans) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
Religion Studies
Question Papers
- Paper 1 (English) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 (Afrikaans) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (English) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 (Afrikaans) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
Memos
- Paper 1 Memo (Afrikaans) (6/18/2018– Modified)
- Paper 1 Memo (English) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Memo (Afrikaans) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 2 Memo (English) (6/18/2018 – Modified)
Tourism
Question Papers
- Paper 1 (English) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 (Afrikaans) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
Memos
- Paper 1 Memo (Afrikaans) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
- Paper 1 Memo (English) (6/14/2018 – Modified)
Visual Arts
Question Papers
Memos
Are Supplementary Exams Written In June?
Yes, supplementary exams are written in May/June. They are also written in November/December.
For the exact dates on which the exams are written, you can look at the Department of Basic Education website.
Who Qualifies For Supplementary Exams?
You qualify for a supplementary exam if you meet the requirements below:
- You failed to meet the requirements for the National Senior Certificate pass level
- You are rewriting only the subject/s you failed
- You want to improve the subject/s you passed with low marks
- Failed to write due to circumstances such as a death in the family or an illness
- Have proof that you qualify to study at university but need to improve a subject to gain admission
- You are younger than 21
How Do I Prepare For A Supplementary Exam?
You can prepare for a supplementary exam by doing the following:
- Study with others
- Get a tutor
- Use past supplementary papers
Study With Others
who are self-motivated and enjoy studying.
It will be easier for you to study with them if they are willing to study.
You can also ask other students to teach you different study skills during your study sessions. Identify a topic that you find challenging and ask them for assistance.
It will be easier for you to understand them since they are your peers.
Get A Tutor
The supplementary exam is known to be a little more challenging than the first exam. However, this does not mean that students cannot or do not pass.
You can pass the supplementary exam by getting a tutor to assist you. They can teach you new information. This can help you pass the exam.
Use Past Supplementary Exam Papers
Past papers have various questions that examiners like to ask. Learn these questions, and prepare to pass. The past papers can be accessed on our website. Practise your answer and look at the memorandum to see how prepared you are for the exam.
What Is The Passing Mark For The Supplementary Exam?
To pass the supplementary exams, you will have to obtain a minimum of 30% marks in your subjects. However, the best mark to aim for is 50% and higher. These marks will help you pass and increase your chances of going to university.
What Happens If I Fail The Grade 12 Supplementary Exam?
If you fail a supplementary exam, and you are under the age of 21, you can apply to rewrite.
You can register with the Department of Basic Education and you will be granted the opportunity to do another exam sitting.
If you are 21 years or older, you can rewrite your subjects through Matric College. To do this, you must apply for the Rewrite Matric Course.
Through this course, you can rewrite your subjects. To pass these subjects, you must earn at least 30% marks. You receive a Matric Certificate when you pass the Rewrite Matric Course.
Is Matric Rewrite Registration Still Open For 2023?
Yes, our Rewrite Matric Course registration is still open. We are open all year round. You can apply any time to improve your results.
Here is how you can do it:
- Apply for the Rewrite Matric Course
- Our Course Experts will contact you and register you for the Rewrite Matric Course
- When you have been successfully registered, we will send your study material by courier
- This process takes 5 to 7 days
- You can start studying from home as you have the study material
Why Should I Study Through Matric College?
You should study at Matric College because we provide you with the opportunity to further your studies regardless of your qualification. We offer you Matric Courses, and courses you can study without Matric.
Apply today and start working towards receiving a higher-level qualification.
Author: Mulisa Nethononda
Editor: Tammy Fredericks
Date Published: November 29, 2022