The question papers and memorandums are published by the Department of Basic Education (DBE) and the provincial education departments for NSC, June, trial (preparatory) and supplementary exams.

Which years are available?

Grade 12 Life Orientation papers from 2012 to 2025 — 53 files in total, including NSC November Exam, Eastern Cape Mock Exam, November 2024 NSC, Life Orientation. Open a year folder to see every session.

Are memos included?

Yes. 16 memorandums are listed alongside the question papers, so you can mark your own work. Where a memo was never released, the paper is listed on its own.

Can I download Life Orientation papers for free?

Yes. Every paper is free to read online, and you get up to 20 free downloads a month without an account. Sign up free for unlimited downloads and to track what you’ve completed.

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Life Orientation Grade 12 past papers & memos

Newest: NSC November Exam 2025

Life Orientation Grade 12 2025 papers and memos

November exams

NSC November Exam

Prelims and mock exams

Eastern Cape Mock Exam

November exams

November NSC

Prelims and mock exams

Eastern Cape Mock Exam

Other papers