Grade 12 Mathematics past papers

Free Grade 12 Mathematics past papers and memos, study guides and video lessons for the NSC exam. Open to every learner.

Past papers and memos

Study guides

Study tips for Mathematics

  • Paper 1 covers algebra, sequences and series, functions, finance and calculus. Paper 2 covers statistics, analytical geometry, trigonometry and Euclidean geometry.
  • Do full papers under time pressure: 3 hours each. Then mark yourself strictly with the memo.
  • Learn the geometry theorems with their reasons word for word. Reasons earn marks.
  • Practise one topic a day on Siyavula, which is zero-rated on MTN, Vodacom and Telkom.
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Free Mathematics video lessons

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KevinmathscienceGrades 8 to 12

Short, clear lessons on every CAPS topic, from algebra to calculus and organic chemistry. One of the most-watched South African maths channels.

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Miss Martins Maths and ScienceGrades 8 to 12

A Physical Sciences and Maths teacher who has marked matric papers explains topics step by step.

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Maths And Science AidGrades 10 to 12

Lessons built on DBE past exam papers, so you see the questions that actually come up.

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Acumen TutoringGrades 10 to 12

Topic lessons and full past-paper walkthroughs for Maths, Maths Literacy and Physical Sciences.

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Matric Maths and Physical Sciences Exam PapersGrade 12

Works through past Grade 12 papers question by question, for Paper 1 and Paper 2.

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Search YouTubeGrade 12 Mathematics, CAPS

Find a lesson on the exact topic you are stuck on.

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Other Grade 12 subjects

Where can I download Grade 12 Mathematics past papers with memos?

The Department of Basic Education publishes every Grade 12 Mathematics paper and memo for free. This page links to the 2025 November papers and older years.

Are there free Mathematics video lessons?

Yes. This page lists free YouTube channels and a ready-made YouTube search for Grade 12 Mathematics lessons that follow CAPS.