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Where can I download Grade 1–12 past papers and memos for free?
Hlayiso has 24 027 past papers and memos from 2009–2026. Open any document to read it online, then download the PDF.
Do I need an account to download?
No. You can read every document online, and download up to 20 PDFs a month without an account. Create a free Hlayiso account to keep downloading and to practise with notes, quizzes and questions by topic.
Which years are available for Grade 1–12?
Documents from 2009 to 2026 are listed, newest first. New documents are added as they are released.
Are memos included with the past papers?
Yes. Where a memorandum was published it is listed beside its question paper with a Memo badge, together with addenda and answer books. Open a subject to see every paper and memo by year.
Do you have IEB past papers too?
Yes. There are 1 236 IEB papers and memos for Grades 8–12 in the IEB section, grouped by grade, subject and year.
Are the papers available in Afrikaans?
Most NSC and provincial papers are published in English and Afrikaans, and many language papers in the home languages. Each document shows its language badge.
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