Senior Certificate Supplementary Past Papers

You can study the Rewrite Matric Course at Matric College to improve your results. You also get a chance to change a minimum of four subjects and add new ones.

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

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Sepedi

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Setswana

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Siswati

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Tshivenda

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Xitsonga

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English

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IsiNdebele

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IsiXhosa

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IsiZulu

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Sesotho

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Non-Language Subjects

Accounting

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Agricultural Management Practices

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Agricultural Sciences

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Agricultural Technology

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Business Studies

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Civil Technology

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Computer Application Technology

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Consumer Studies

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Dance Studies

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Design

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Dramatic Arts

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Economics

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Electrical Technology

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Engineering Graphic And Design

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Geography

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History

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Hospitality Studies

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Information Technology

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Life Sciences

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Mathematical Literacy

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Mathematics

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Mechanical Technology

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Music

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Physical Sciences

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Religion Studies

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Tourism

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Visual Arts

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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: 

How Do I Prepare For A Supplementary Exam?

You can prepare for a supplementary exam by doing the following: 

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: 

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