The much-anticipated 2024 matric results were officially released on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 — for both the National Senior Certificates (NSC) and IEB.
While matriculants can collect their printed statement of results from the schools or exam centers where they wrote their exams, many prefer the convenience of checking their results online.
The Department of Basic Education highlights that visiting a school or exam center remains one of the most secure ways to obtain results. However, if you’d rather access your results digitally, you’re in luck—there are multiple reliable platforms designed to help Gauteng matriculants view their results from the comfort of their homes.
This guide outlines five official platforms to access your 2024 matric results, ensuring a smooth, convenient, and stress-free process.
1. Gauteng Matric Results (GMR) App
In a stride towards modernizing education, the Gauteng government introduced the Gauteng Matric Results (GMR) app—a cutting-edge platform designed to provide seamless access to matric results for learners, parents, and educators.
This user-friendly app doesn’t just display results; it also offers insights such as performance trends across multiple exams, making it a valuable tool for academic growth. According to the Department of Basic Education:
“It is a safe platform to use and also offers insightful data analytics, allowing learners to track their performance trends over multiple examinations.”
How to use the GMR app:
- Download the GMR app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Register with your ID number and examination number.
- Once logged in, view your results directly within the app.
2. Gauteng Education Department Website
Another official platform for checking your results is the Gauteng Education Department’s website. It’s a national platform not just for Gauteng matrics, but every single individual who sat for the NSC exam, providing provides easy, secure access to their 2024 matric results from anywhere with an internet connection.
How to check your results on the Gauteng Education Department website:
- Visit results.gauteng.gov.za.
- Enter your examination number and any other required details.
- View your results.
3. Department of Basic Education (DBE) Website
The national Department of Basic Education also offers a secure and accessible online platform for matriculants to check their results. This platform is designed to handle high traffic and ensure smooth access for students across South Africa.
How to check your results on the DBE website:
- Visit www.education.gov.za.
- Navigate to the ‘Matric Results’ section.
- Enter your examination number and ID number (13 digits).
- Access your results.
4. Independent Examinations Board (IEB) Website
The Independent Examinations Board (IEB) is a private education assessment and certification body in South Africa. It is an alternative to the state-run National Senior Certificate (NSC) examination and is written by learners at private schools that are members of the IEB.
How to access your results on IEB website:
- Visit the www.ieb-online.co.za
- Navigate the ‘candidate login’ tab and follow prompts
- View your results instantly
5. SMS and USSD Services
If you don’t have access to the internet, you can still check your results using SMS or USSD services. These methods are quick, affordable, and perfect for those without smartphones or Wi-Fi.
Steps to check results via SMS:
- Send your examination number to 35658.
- You’ll receive an SMS with your results.
- Cost: R1.50 per SMS.
Steps to check results via USSD:
- Dial *120*35658#.
- Follow the prompts to enter your examination number.
- Your results will appear on your screen.
- Cost: 50 cents per 20 seconds.
Important notes for Gauteng matric results 2024
- Ensure that your examination number and ID number are correct before attempting to access your results.
- If you experience technical issues with online platforms, visit your school or exam center to collect your results in person.
- The availability of results online may vary slightly depending on platform traffic, so try different methods if needed.
