Deadline for matric exam rewrite applications is tomorrow

The basic education department has encouraged learners to take advantage of this opportunity.


Learners considering registering for the mid-year examination opportunity have until today to apply, reports African Reporter.

Registration for this second chance opportunity to write or rewrite the matric examinations closes on January 31.

The department of basic education has encouraged learners that have not yet completed their matric, as well as those who want to improve on their results, to grab the opportunity.

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There are a number of online resources at the disposal of learners to assist with their studies, and give them the best possible chance of success.

Learners can visit www.education.gov.za and click on the link to register for the Amended Senior Certificate examinations at the bottom left of the DBE website homepage. This will link learners to an online registration portal.

Alternatively, learners can visit their nearest district education office and register there.

“As the department of basic education, we would encourage all of those who qualify to take advantage of this extraordinary opportunity to attain a matric certificate which could be the gateway to a better life,” the department emphasised.

A full list of district offices, contacts and locations can be found on the department’s website

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