Grade 12 students are anticipating the release of the DHERST's NOAS Selection Lists 2024 for 2025 Admission. DHERST has announced the dates for the Grade 12 Grace Period and the launching of selections date in the NOAS Press Statement 2/2024, NOW UPDATED TO THE 9TH to 14TH DECEMBER 2024.
The 2024 Grade 12 Students must adjust their School Leavers Choices on DHERST's national online application system (NOAS). Read on to find out about the crucial dates between now and February 2025.
More on the Grace Period in the recent NOAS Press Statement, Read about it Here.
What's best about DHERST Grace Period 2024?
The Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (DHERST) released the dates for the Grace Period and 2024/2025 NOAS Selection Lists.
In hindsight, DHERST pegged the Grace Period to the 9th of December 2024. It ends on Thursday the 14thof December 2024. Grade 12 School Leavers have 5 days to adjust their choices.
The date for the Grace Period means that the Education Department (Measurement Services Division) must release the Grade 12 results before the 9th of December 2024. (DOE released the results on the 5th Dec 2024)
DHERST will not be happy if NDoE delays the Grade 12 results beyond the date they set for the NOAS Grade Period.
DHERST NOAS Selection Lists 2024/2025 Release Date
The higher education department scheduled the launch of DHERST selection lists for 2024/2025 to the 18th of December 2024. This is when the higher education minister walks into the DHERST office and presses the button to officially launch the NOAS selection online.
The official release of the selection lists for students selected through the NOAS will be on the 20th of DECEMBER 2024.
Here is the statement for DHERST :
The Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (DHERST) wishes to inform all Grade 12 school leavers, non-school leavers, parents and the general public that the Grace Period has one day remaining. The Grace period commenced on the 9th December and will end on 14th of December (11:59pm), 2024. The 2024 Selection for 2025 admission will be officiated on the 18th December, 2024, by the Minister for Higher Education Research Science and Technology, Hon. Kinoka Hotune Feo, MP.
Selection Results will be published on December 20th, through the applicants NOAS Account under their 'MyStatus' tab. DHERST also wishes to advise the General Public that all formal announcements will be made through the NOAS landing page, MyStatus notice board, DHERST social platforms or by authorised press statements.
The exam results for 2024 Grade 12 and Grade 10 was published on the MY PNG EXAM RESULTS portal on the 5th of December 2024. Students can check the portal for their results.
Grade 12 students should check their results prior to the 9th of December 2024 so that you have time to fine-tune your SL Choices on the NOAS.
If the release of the exam results and the Grade 12 Grace Period are just a day apart, DHERST will be happy.
So, if you are a Grade 12 student, you must check your online results at the MSD's results portal and adjust your SLF choices at the DHERST NOAS login portal before the end of the Grace Period.
The Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (DHERST) invites potential candidates who wish to undertake Post-Graduate Masters studies in Malaysia in 2024.
The scholarship program is sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Malaysia. The online application is open from mid-June 2022 and will close mid-July 2022.
The duration of the program is 12 to 24 months. You must be below 45 years old. The post-graduate scholarship covers tuition fees and monthly allowances.
Key dates
16th June - online application open
16 July - application close
End of July - shortlisting
Early August - interview
Middle of August - announcement of successful applicants.
Apply online
Complete the ONLINE APPLICATION following the link: https://biasiswa.mohe.gov.my//INTER/login.php
For further information regarding MTCP Scholarship: https://www.facebook.com/MTCPMalaysia
This scholarship for PNG students was released by DHERST.
The Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (DHERST) announced the 2021 - 2022 students’ intake for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Papua New Guinea.
But, the higher education department has not published the TESAS Award. All the students will have to wait untill the end of the month to know their TESAS statuses.
When will the TESAS list be published?
Here is what DHERST had to say:
Be advised that the TESAS list will be published before the end of this month (January 2022). Students whose names do not appear on the TESAS Award list should consult their respective institutions’ directly and confirm their admission status for 2022. [DHERST press release, 11/02/2022]
For more information contact DHERST on 301 7027 or 301 2048 or email Moi at moi.iuda@dherst.gov.pg or at stephanie.ila@dherst.gov.pg.
How to find your name?
Firstly, go to the DHERST website,
Secondly, download the PDF file, it is 139 pages and 5MB.
Then, do a PDF search (use your SLF number or your full name to search and confirm your name on the list)
Note that some smartphone visitors to the DHERST website have difficulty viewing and downloading the New Intake PDF list. If you have the same issue, you can download the list directly from the link below.
Several readers have contacted us regarding the Acceptance Lists for PNG Universities, particularly the 2025 HECAS List for Non-School Leavers, School Leavers, and Continuing Students. This article aims to answer some of the most frequently asked questions, giving you a clearer picture of what to expect between now and early February 2025.
So, whether you're a non-school leaver, school leaver, or continuing student, read on and prepare yourself!
We've also included recommended blue links throughout this article, providing detailed information on pressing questions currently on the minds of many students and parents.
Important:
NSL: The 2025 HECAS Lists for Non-School Leavers, Re-enrolled Students and Continuing Students will first appear on the university's website or in the newspapers before being shared through social media channels and other websites. This also includes Online Students. Therefore, checking the official university website or the newspapers remains crucial for Non-School Leavers, Re-enrolled Students Continuing Students and students enrolled on online studies.
SL: Grade 12 School Leavers Selection Lists published on the DHERST website will show HECAS Status (That also includes AES status for top Students). DHERST has scheduled the launching of the 2025 School Leaver Acceptance on the 18 of December 2024. Students can check their NOAS accounts to verify their selection status. The actual publication of the 2025 Grade 12 Acceptance and Admission Lists (and 2025 HECAS Lists PDF) will take place after 18 December 2024. The date has not been released by DHERST yet.
Non-school Leavers Acceptance List
The Non-School Leavers' Acceptance List (NSL) for 2025 features students who did not graduate from Grade 12 in the last five years. This list also includes foreign students and PNG students applying from overseas schools such as those in the US, NZ, Australia, and Singapore.
Important Note: DHERST does not publish the NSL. Instead, each university you applied to will release its own NSL PDF before the academic year begins. So, check the websites of the universities you applied to for the latest updates.
Top Tip: Check the university websites for past year's NSL selection lists. This will give you a good idea of when to expect the 2025 NSL to be released.
If you are a continuing student, your university will put out the continuing students' acceptance lists at the end of the academic year or over the 2024/2025 Christmas holiday. It is your responsibility to find out your GPA and possible TESAS Status for the academic year 2025.
The best thing to do is to contact the Student Admin or the university or college Registrar and find out if they've released the Continuing Students Acceptance List. And importantly, check to see that your name is on the list.
The University of Goroka (UoG) did well last year by informing its continuing students about their status before they went home for the Christmas holiday. We hope UoG does the same this year because it helps massively with the registration and orientation of its NEW students.
In fact, the other universities and colleges in PNG should do the same by informing the Continuing Students to avoid the long queues and unnecessary delays during the registration week.
2025 School Leavers HECAS List PDF - DHERST
The Grade 12 School Leavers Selections is solely done by DHERST (Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology) through its National Online Application System (NOAS) and National Online Selection System (NOSS).
If you are a 2024 Grade 12 student, your selections and the announcement of your TESAS status will be formally done by DHERST.
When is DHERST HECAS List PDF coming out?
After the launch of NOAS 2024 Grade 12 Selection, school leavers and non-school leavers should know whether they are selected to a University or College, or not.
In fact, the higher education department (DHERST) planned to launch the Grade 12 National Online Selection on the 18 of December 2024.
Both the School Leavers and the non-school leavers, and continuing students (and students in the NATIONAL ADMISSION POOL) will have to wait until ALL the names (quotas from each university and college) have been confirmed, compiled and released to the general public.
Only then, the students should be able to know their confirmed HECAS/AES List PDF and determine their final TESAS STATUS.
Check out this video info we provided last year - it is still relevant to this year's selections and release of the Acceptance List PDF
Are you on TESAS (AES/HECAS List 2025)?
DHERST used different statuses to indicate the TESAS Awards for selected students.
The awards are based on the PNG government’s yearly sponsorship for students under the AES and HECAS categories, excluding the self-sponsored or corporate and overseas-sponsored students.
So how will the NSLs, Grade 12 SLs and Continuing Students know if you are on TESAS or not? You can CONFIRM your scholarship status (whether you are on TESAS or self-sponsored) through the final (official) Acceptance List released by DHERST.
What to do as a Self-sponsored student?
Perhaps the important thing is to confirm your PNG GOVT SCHOLARSHIP (TESAS-HECAS-AES) status on the 2025 Tertiary Institution's Acceptance List.
As the name implies, if you are a self-sponsored student you'll have to pay your own fees before the registration and orientation.
If you do not pay the required fees, your place will be forfeited - another student in the admission pool who has the money will take your place.
Check with your university or college to confirm how much you MUST pay to register. In addition, this information will be contained in the Acceptance Letter your institution sends to you. Make sure you read and understand what you must do before admission.
The best tip is to pay only the required amount, register and apply for the PNG govt's HELP program - read how to apply below.
Secure HELP - PNG Govt Scholarship
DHERST will facilitate the Student Loan Scheme (HELP or Higher Education Loan Program).
If you are a self-sponsored student, you'll have to pay your fee for the first semester of 2025 and apply for the HELP loan.
The Continuing students and School Leavers can apply for the HELP loan program through their university or college. This also includes those who are doing their masters or doctorate studies.
Check with your institution and ask for a HELP student loan application form. Also, find out about the due date and what to do so that your application is successful.
What to do if you are on DHERST's NATIONAL Admission Pool?
If you are a student on DHERST's National admission pool, you'll have to log in to your National Online Selection Account between now and before the academic year 2025 starts to see if you have been offered a placement at a university or college in PNG.
To give you an idea, the 2021/2022 selection had:
31, 817 students were nominated to sit the exams;
26,544 students certified;
16,171 total HEI quota for 2021; and
10,373 Grade 12 students will NOT be selected for 2022 HEI studies.
The good news is that there are 6,319 spaces (formally called quotas) to be filled via the Admission Pool.
So, keep checking to see if you are one of the lucky ones from the admission pool admitted to a university or college. Here is a video on PNG Insight YouTube Channel that explains how the QUOTA works.
When are you likely to see your name on the DHERST selection list?
When is the 2025 REGISTRATION and ORIENTATION WEEK?
Should you inform your institution that you've accepted that offer?
At least, try to find out the answer to the 5 questions as you prepare to go to your new school.
Here is an article that can help you prepare for registration and orientation week. It gives details on documents you need to present at registration, fees and what to do to get yourself prepared for the new academic year.
Recommended reading for NSL, School Leavers and Continuing Students
Additional information for Non-school Leavers, Continuing Students and Grade 12 School Leavers are provided in the LINKS within this article.
Check out the links if you need more information on TESAS (HECAS & AES), how to get the HELP govt loan or about being a SELF-SPONSORED student.
You can also leave a comment to let us know what you think.
The higher education department (DHERST) will launch the Grade 12 National Online Selection on the 21st of December 2023. So what does the launching mean; and when will DHERST publish the 2023 Grade 12 Selections Lists for the 2024 academic year in the country?
Here are 5 points that students, parents and guardians should know as they check their names on National Online Selection System (NOAS).
Students can view their selection STATUS through their individual National Online Application Accounts. The 2023 Grade 12 students should use their NOAS login details to access their accounts and confirm their selection status for the 2024 academic year.
When are you likely to see your name on the 2023 DHERST selection list?
When is the REGISTRATION and ORIENTATION WEEK?
Should you inform your institution that you've accepted that offer?
At least, try to find out the answer to the 5 questions as you prepare to go to your new school.
Here is an article that can help you prepare for registration and orientation week. It gives details to documents you need to present at registration, fees and what to do to get yourself prepared for the new academic year.
DHERST new Grade 12 data (3)
Note that there are ONLY 16,171 spaces available at the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Papua New Guinea according to DHERST's new data.
For the 2022 Academic Year, there were
31, 817 students were nominated to sit the exams;
26,544 students certified;
16,171 total HEI quota ;
10,373 Grade 12 students will NOT be selected for 2022 HEI studies.
Many Grade 12 students, like in the past years, will not get an HEI placement though they may have really good grades.
If you have secured a placement, you should be proud of yourself!
Important Announcement from DHERST 2023 (4)
DHERST and HEIs will use Grade 12 students' data in the National Online Application System (NOAS) to confirm their selections. Here is what DHERST has to say:
Your (Grade 12 Students) data from the MyNOAS data field has been forwarded to the Higher Education Institution that selected you. The HEI will communicate directly with you to inform you about the specific details of the institution, including how to accept your offer.
Note that the response contained therein (in the NOSS) is not an admission confirmation. You should expect to receive official notice through an admissions offer letter directly from your Higher Education Institution (HEI).
Many Grade 12 students will NOT be selected for 2024 HEI studies. If you feel that you have made the Grade, but missed out, here is a story that will inspire you.
Read about Sharlyne's story. She completed Grade 12 at Marianville Secondary School. Her Grade Point Average (GPA) was above the cut-off mark for entry into UPNG, but she missed out on the selection.
When will DHERST Publish 2023 Grade 12 Selections Lists for HEIs?
DHERST launched the Grade 12 selection List on the 21st of December 2023.
Here are the important dates for Grade 12 students.
Activity
Day
Students apply for tertiary programmes
Monday 28th August- Friday 08th December, 2023
Grade 12 national examinations
Monday 16th – Friday 20th October, 2023 (DONE)
NOAS Grace Period
Tuesday 12th December- Friday 15th December, 2023
Launching of 2022 selection for 2023 academic year
If you want to upgrade your marks at FODE or at any University Open and Distance Learning Centres, here is some information that you'll find useful. Click on the link to read more.
We hope this gives you an idea about what to expect between now and then. Share this with your friends and family and let them know about this information, too.
The DHERST Grace Period offers a unique opportunity for current Grade 12 students to make informed decisions for their School Leavers Form (SLF). Unlike previous years, students can now adjust their choices based on their exam marks during this period.
DHERST Online Application 2024 (NOAS LOGIN)
DHERST Online Application System (NOAS)
The National Online Application System (NOAS) significantly enhances the selection process. It provides students with upfront clarity by highlighting ineligible options in red, minimizing the risk of mistakes. Students can make up to five choices, increasing their chances of getting into a tertiary institution.
Previously, the manual SLF allowed only three choices and did not permit changes after submission.
Grade 12 students should maximize the Grace Period to secure a spot for 2024 at a tertiary institution.
CLICK HERE to know the latest on 2025 DHERST TESAS LIST PUBLICATION DATE
Key Dates (expected) 2024/2025
The following important dates are crucial for examinations, results, and selections in Papua New Guinea:
Mid-December 2024: DHERST launches the 2024 selection for the 2025 academic year.
Early-December 2024: NOAS Grace Period.
Second Week of December 2024: The Education Department, through MSD, releases Grade 12 Exam Results to DHERST.
First Week of December 2024: Grade 10 and 12 Exam Results are launched.
Late November 2024: Education Officers/GES start 2024 Grade 11 Selections.
These dates are based on previous years and may vary slightly.
The 2024/2025 Grade 11 selection lists are likely to be released in the second or third week of December 2024.
Importance of the Grace Period
The Grace Period lasts five days, during which Grade 12 students should adjust their choices. DHERST will indicate eligibility on NOAS based on examination marks.
Here’s what DHERST says about the importance of the Grace Period:
"This [Grace Period] is a crucial period where you will start making your choices based on your final grade 12 results. Ensure to access your account during the mentioned dates. If you see a red highlight in any of your five choices under 'My Choices,' this means your final result has not met the minimum program requirement set by the institution. Therefore, you must change the red highlighted choice to a different program available in your program list."
The online selection is quick. Grade 12 students have around five days to adjust their choices to more suitable ones. DHERST will not grant access to make changes after this period. The Grace Period's due date is final.
Launching 2024 Selections for the 2025 Academic Year
The online selection via DHERST's National Online Selections System (NOSS) is efficient, completing the process in just three days.
DHERST may launch the 2024 selections for the 2025 academic year the week following the Grace Period’s due date, likely on the following Tuesday, based on past trends. If all goes to plan, students will see their selection status by the announced date.
Checking Your 2024 Grade 12 Exam Marks
By now, students should know their Grade 12 exam marks, accessible through the My PNG Exam Results website. Note that DHERST does not display Grade 12 students' exam marks.
NOAS, administered by DHERST, facilitates national admissions and selections into higher education institutions in Papua New Guinea. It primarily serves Grade 12 school-leaver applications.
Non-School Leaver Applicants
Non-school leaver applicants must contact their chosen institutions directly and follow the respective application requirements.
For further information, please contact DHERST Support Service at noassupport@dherst.gov.pg.
Stay informed and proactive to make the most of this critical period in your academic journey.
Firstly, the National Online Application System (NOAS) gives the students the right choice upfront by highlighting (in red) the 'ineligible' options.
resources:
The latest dates for exam results and selections are now available here.)
By now, you should know your Grade 12 exam marks. The marks are accessible through My PNG Exam Resultswebsite.
Higher Education Loan Program (HELP), is the government of Papua New Guinea’s new initiative aimed at enhancing access to quality tertiary education.
HELP addresses the increasing number of students unable to access post-secondary education due to a lack of financial resources. HELP provides all eligible higher education students with an income-contingent loan with zero-based interest.
Loan repayments commence once the students graduate and on the commencement of paid employment.
Here is a post about DHERST Selections that provides information for Schools Leavers and Non-School Leavers.
NEC Decision on HELP And First Batch of Students Loans.
HELP loans were first issued to eligible students on 15th May 2020, following earlier landmark policy initiatives of the Marape Government formalised in NEC Decision 179/2019.
In the short time available and given the scope and complexity of the scheme it has been a remarkable achievement in simply establishing the regulatory arrangements for the HELP program.
DHERST acknowledges the excellent whole-of-government coordination and support received from other agencies in bringing the HELP program on stream so promptly and efficiently.
The cross-agency support from our colleagues in Finance, Treasury, State Solicitor, First Legislative Counsel, Personnel Management and IRC; and of course, the many DHERST staff working closely with the management and staff of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and potential applicants to successfully implement the program.
2023 HELP Application Eligibility
In the second year of rollout, the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) will be available to both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
To be eligible for this loan from the government, the student must:
Be a citizen of Papua New Guinea
Enrolled in an institution registered under DHERST
Must study a program accredited by the National Higher and Technical Education Board (NHTEB)
The NHTEB is the accrediting body operating under the DHERST. All students applying for the HELP must meet the above requirements to proceed to the next step, which is completing the declaration form.
Digitalisation of higher education - HELP online
Enhancing the digitalization of education in the higher education sector, the HELP application is done online.
Once the students are enrolled and declared interest in applying for HELP, further assistance can be sought from the Registrars or Student Finance Offices at their respective higher education institutions.
Students are also advised to check for updates on the Higher Education Loan Program HELP page.
HELP Application Timeline
January –April: Declaration of forms issued by HEIs to interested tertiary students; Students sign declaration forms; Declaration forms collected.
The DHERST National Online Application System (NOAS) simplifies the Grade 12 School Leavers and Non-school Leavers application process, ensuring students apply for eligible programs during the Grace Period.
This innovative system clearly highlights ineligible options, reducing the risk of mistakes and enabling students to make informed decisions. Also, it allows students to select up to five choices, increasing their chances of acceptance into their desired tertiary institutions.
This streamlines the selection process and helps Grade 12 students make informed decisions during the Grace Period.
CLICK HERE to know the latest dates and DHERST TESAS LIST PDF publication date.
National Online Application System (NOAS)
The 2024 NOAS Application for Grade 12 School Leavers and Non-School Leavers provides a flexible and convenient approach. This new system offers more choices, allowing students to modify their selections as often as needed.
Unlike the old system, which limited students to three choices with no option for changes, the updated NOAS system enables you to select up to five institutions.
To make the most of this opportunity, research thoroughly and choose institutions that align with your goals. Regularly check the NOAS to see which institutions offer your desired courses. Seek advice from teachers, parents, guardians, and patrons to ensure your choices are well-informed and strategic.
This approach enhances your chances of securing a spot in a tertiary institution and helps you make informed decisions about your future.
2024 Grace Period - Its Importance
The 2024 Grace Period, which commences on 2nd December 2024 and ends on 5th December 2024, is a critical window for Grade 12 students to refine their choices. During these four days, you have the opportunity to 'fine-tune' your selections, with DHERST providing insights on NOAS regarding your eligibility based on your examination results.
DHERST highlights the significance of the Grace Period as follows:
"This [Grace Period] is a crucial period where you will start making your choices based on your final grade 12 results. Ensure to access your account during the mentioned dates. If you see a red highlight in any of your five choices under 'My Choices', this means your final result has not met the minimum program requirement set by the institution. Therefore, you must change the red highlighted choice to a different program available in your list."
It is better to use the Grace Period to adjust your choices to more suitable ones. After the due date, DHERST does not permit any further changes.
By mid-December, Grade 12 students will have received their exam results and be in a better position to adjust their selections in NOAS.
Make sure to take full advantage of this period to ensure your choices are well-informed and aligned with your academic aspirations.
Launching of 2024 Selection for 2025 Academic Year
The Department of Higher Education, Research, Science, and Technology (DHERST) will officially launch the 2024 selection lists for universities and non-universities on 16th December 2024. Utilising the National Online Selections System (NOSS), the online selection process will be executed efficiently within just 35 seconds.
Here's what the higher education secretary has to say about this innovative national online selection system. Make sure to watch the video, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to PNG Insight for insightful content on education and development in Papua New Guinea.
About the National Online Application System (NOAS LOGIN)
NOAS remains the property of the National Government of Papua New Guinea and is administered by the Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology.
NOAS facilitates national admissions and selections into higher education institutions in PNG. This portal facilitates Grade 12 school-leaver applications. In 2024, non-school leavers will also use the NOAS to apply to universities and colleges.
Non-school leaver applicants
Non-school leaver applicants must contact directly the institute of their choice and follow non-school leaver application requirements.
Contact DHERST
For further information, please contact the DHERST Support Service noassupport@dherst.gov.pg
Source: DHERST
References articles and Insights
Related articles to help you understand the process from application to selection and launching and publication of DHERST acceptance list for PNG Universities and colleges.
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DHERST DISPEL FALSE INFORMATION ON SOCIAL MEDIA REGARDING HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS
The Department of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (DHERST) says its position is to resume the 2020 academic year for all higher education institutions.
Secretary Professor Fr Jan Czuba came out today to dispel false information being spread on social media Facebook about the closure of the academic year.
"We currently have a situation where someone irresponsible is circulating false information that the Department is recommending closure of the academic year," Czuba said.
“This information is ethically and legally wrong and we regret that some people are trying to destabilize the peace and harmony during this state of emergency.”
Czuba says he has written letters to Prime Minister James Marape and Emergency Controller David Manning and he’s met with both and made the department’s position clear for all higher education institutions to resume classes and complete the academic year.
He says they are expecting a favourable decision from the Emergency Controller.
He says DHERST communicates to all higher education institutions regularly on any decisions via e-letters and it does not use social media during the state of emergency to communicate with the institutions.
He says any official statement will be announced by himself as per orders received from the Emergency Controller and the National Executive Council.
Czuba says DHERST is maintaining a reputable partnership with all higher education institutions to ensure that students, academic and non-academic staffs are safe and can work in a stable environment to achieve their highest potential by completing their studies. PNG NBC News 20/04/2020
