PNG Examinations 2024 Exam Dates and Preparations

As September turns to October, students across Papua New Guinea are drawing ever closer to the 2024 Grade 8, Grade 10, and Grade 12 examinations. These external assessments are crucial for Grade 9, Grade 11 and Tertiary selections. 

To ensure you're fully prepared for the challenges ahead, here's what you need to know about the exam dates and where you can access revision resources online.

Download the 2024 PND Education Department CALENDAR

Exam Dates for 2024:

• Grade 10 Exams (Lower Secondary School Certificate - LSSC): Monday 7- Friday 11 October 2024

• Grade 12 Exams (Upper Secondary School Certificate - USSC): Monday 14 - Friday 18 October 2024

• Grade 12 STEM Exams (Upper Secondary School Certificate): Monday 2 to Friday 6 September 2024

• Grade 8 Exams (Certificate of Basic Education Examination - COBEE): Monday 21 - Thursday 24 October 2024

Take note of the Grade 12 Stem Exams Dates as there is a change from the Exam Calendar.

It's important to mark these dates on your calendar and start your final preparations. The clock is ticking, and you have a limited number of days left before the exams.

You can find the detailed exam schedule for the LSSC Grade 10 and HSSCE Grade 12 exams in 2024 on the PNG Insight Blog. Make sure to review the schedule to ensure you know the timing of each exam.

Accessing Past Maths Exam Papers

One of the most valuable resources for exam preparation is past exam papers. They provide insights into the exam format, and question types, and help you identify areas where you need to improve. 

Fortunately, PNG Insight offers an extensive collection of free past maths exam papers for Grades 8, 10, and 12.

These past papers are not only beneficial for students but also for teachers looking for effective teaching materials or revision guides.

How to Accessing Past Maths Papers?

Since 2020, thousands of students and teachers have downloaded these free maths exam papers and answers from the PNG Insight Maths Resources Website.  You can download the past maths exam papers on the Maths Resources website.

To learn more, visit the PNG Insight Blog's page to learn how to download the exam papers. There, you'll find a wealth of past exam papers, exam topics, and answers to help you excel in your maths examinations.

 Exam Dates and Preparations 

In conclusion, the 2024 Grade 8, Grade 10, and Grade 12 examinations are approaching fast. Make the most of the time you have left by setting a study schedule, accessing past exam papers, and practising diligently. 

Your hard work and preparation will pay off on exam day. Best of luck to all the students in Papua New Guinea!

PNG Written Expression Papers and 2024 Dates

The Grade 10 and 12 students do their Written Expression Examination (WEX) every year in June and August, respectively.

The Written Expression Examination for 2024 is as follows:

• Lower Secondary School Certificate Written Expression (Grade 10): Thursday, June 6, 2024
• Upper Secondary School Certificate Written Expression Exam (Grade 12): Monday, August 5, 2024
• See the national exam dates for Grades 8, 10 and 12

Where to get the Written Expression Exam Papers?

The WEX past exam papers are available in schools. You will have used the past year's paper in your Mock Exam. 

So, in preparation for your Grade 10 (or Grade 12) WEX papers (which is your first proper national examination), you should ask your English and Literature teacher for a copy.

This will help you familiarise yourself with the type of reading materials (scripts)  and format that you are likely to come across in the real exam.

Who sets the Written Expression Examinations?

The Department of Education, through the Measurement Services Division, sets the WEX for Grade 10. 

The Grade 12 WEX is set by an external (English and Literature) subject expert from the University of Goroka.

The Education department depends on provincial education officials and schools to conduct the examinations.  

Students have been encouraged to give their best in honesty and let their talents shine through.

• You can get the Grade 12 Mathematics A (Advanced) and General Maths past exam papers on the PNG Insight Maths website - click here for Maths A and here for General Maths.
• For Grade 10 students, download the past exam papers here.

How do markers mark the Written Expression?

Selected English teachers mark the Grade 10 written expression exam papers in each province. On completion, the provincial examination officer in the province sends the marks to the MSD office in Port Moresby. 

As for the Grade 12 WEX, the MSD selects English and Literature teachers from each province as markers. The markers go to Port Moresby for a week to mark the WEX papers.

They mark the WEX papers in regional groups - Southern, Momase, New Guinea Islands and Highlands.

It is an intensive marking where the papers undergo several checks before the final marks are awarded to each script.

Grade 10 & 12 Written Expression concerns

Provincial authorities and schools have to run a fair and cheat-free written expression examination. 

The education department often encouraged local education authorities to be vigilant and security conscious from the storage in school to the actual completion of the Examination. 

To ensure the smooth running of the examination, the Head Teachers, Principals and Deputies are advised to remain within the school campus during the conduct of all Examinations.

However, many principals, headteachers and deputies tend to leave the school grounds on exam days.

Who ensures cheat-free exams in PNG?

The following provincial education officials and school heads are responsible for a cheat-free and fair Grade 10 and Grade 12 written expression examination, nationwide.

• Provincial Education Advisers, 
• Provincial Examination Supervisors, 
• Senior Secondary Schools’ Inspectors, 
• Guidance Officers, 
• Principals of Secondary Schools
• Head Teachers of all Provincial High Schools.

For the Grade 10 and Grade 12 students sitting the National Written Expression Examinations this year, we wish you 'all the best!'

2024 PNG National Examination and Term Dates

The PNG Department of Education has recently announced the exam dates for Grade 8, Grade 10, and Grade 12 for the year 2043. The schedule for the Grade 12 Written Expression papers and marking is also available.

GRADES 8, 10 & 12: Want to know how many days remain before the examinations 2024 start? Click here.

Duration of exams in 2024

Below are the exam dates for Grade 8, Grade 10, and Grade 12 in 2024:

• Lower Secondary School Certificate Written Expression (Grade 10): Thursday, June 6, 2024
• Upper Secondary School Certificate Written Expression Exam (Grade 12): Monday, August 5, 2024
• Grade 12 STEM Exams: Tuesday, September 30th to Monday, 4th Friday, 2024
• Lower Secondary School Certificate Exams (Grade 10): Monday, October 7 to Friday, October 11, 2024
• Upper Secondary School Certificate Exams (Grade 12): Monday, October 14 to Friday, October 18, 2024
• Certificate of Basic Education Exams (Grade 8): Monday, October 21 to Thursday, October 24, 2024

Schedule for Grade 10 and Grade 12 exams 2024

Here is the exam schedule for the LSSC Grade 10 and HSSCE Grade 12 exams:

1. Grade 10 Exam Schedule 2024 - LSSCE 

• Monday, October 7th, 2024 - Maths & Personal Development
• Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 - Social Science & Arts
• Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 - Science & Design and Technology Courses (PS/HE/COMP/D&T)
• Thursday, October 10th, 2024 - Business Studies & Agriculture
• Friday, October 11th, 2024 - English

2. Grade 12 Exam Schedule 2024 - HSSCE 

• Monday, October 14th, 2024 - Advanced Maths P1, General Maths P1, Applied Science & History
• Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 - Physics, Accounting & Geography
• Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 - Biology, Economics, Geography, and Business Studies
• Thursday, October 17th, 2024 - Language and Literature, Applied English, Chemistry & Legal Studies
• Friday, October 18th, 2024 - ICT, Advanced Math P2 & General Maths Paper 2

Download Free PNG Past Exam Papers - Grades 8, 10 and 12

PNG Insight has a comprehensive collection of past maths exam papers for Years (Grades) 8, 10 and 12. The past papers are free for students and teachers. They are the best resources for use in class or as revision guides.

Here is how to get a copy for yourself.

The video instruction on how to download the Grade 12, 10 and 8 maths papers will help you.

How to Download Grade 8 Exam Papers - VIDEO Instruction

How to Download Grade 10 and 12 Maths Past Exam Papers - VIDEO Instruction

PNG National Examination Dates and Term Holidays 2024 [PNG School Calendar]

The Papua New Guinea (PNG) Education Calendar for 2024 has been released, providing students, teachers, and parents with a clear outline of the academic year. 

The calendar provides important information regarding the dates for national examinations, school holidays, and public holidays in PNG. 

Check out the 2024 Gazetted Public Holiday PDF file here and download it!

2024 National Examination Dates

The dates are an essential aspect of the PNG Education Calendar. These examinations are critical for students in their academic journey as they determine whether students progress to the next level of their education.

The 2024 National Examination Dates are as follows:

• Lower Secondary School Certificate Written Expression (Grade 10): Thursday, June 6, 2024

• Upper Secondary School Certificate Written Expression Exam (Grade 12): Monday, August 5, 2024

• *Grade 12 STEM Exams: Tuesday, September 17 to Monday, September 23, 2024

• Lower Secondary School Certificate Exams (Grade 10): Monday, September 30 to Friday, October 4, 2024

• Upper Secondary School Certificate Exams (Grade 12): Monday, October 14 to Friday, October 18, 2024

• Certificate of Basic Education Exams (Grade 8): Monday, October 21 to Thursday, October 24, 2024

* Note that there is likely change to the STEM exam dates - check with your school principals or provincial exam supervisors for the latest updates.

School Holidays and Term Dates

School holidays play a vital role in the education of students, as they provide a break from academic work and allow students to recharge their batteries. 

The school holidays in PNG are designed to coincide with major events in the country, such as the national elections and other significant cultural events. 

1. Term Dates for TEACHERS:

• Start Term 1: Monday, January 22, 2024
• Start Term 4: Monday, September 30, 2024
• School Closure: Friday, December 6, 2024
• School Reopening: Monday, January 20, 2025

2. Term Dates for STUDENTS

• Start Term 1: Monday, January 29, 2024
• Start Term 2: Monday, April 15, 2024
• Start Term 3: Monday, July 8, 2024
• Start Term 4: Monday, September 30, 2024
• School Closure: Friday, December 6, 2024
• School Reopening: Monday, January 27, 2025

3. Term Holidays

Term 1 Holiday: Monday, April 1 to Friday, April 12, 2024

Term 2 Holiday: Monday, June 24 to Friday, July 5, 2024

Term 3 Holiday: Monday, September 23 to Friday, September 27, 2024

Download past mathematics exam papers on PNG Insight Maths Resources website

 

Prepare for the exams. Download the Grade 8, Grade 10 and Grade 12 maths exam papers online. 

 

Here is a video instruction on how to download the Grade 12, 10 and 8 maths papers and prepare for the final exams. 

PNG School Exams Schedule for Grades 12, 10 and 8 - Approved

PNG National Examination 2019 Dates approved and released by the Department of Education on the 21st of November 2018. Note that the English Written Expression Exams will take place in the month of June and August for Grades 10 and 12 respectively.

Click here for the latest updates on PNG Examination Dates and Exam Timetable

PRESS RELEASE

The main School Exams for 2019 will take place in the month of October starting with Grade 10 School Exams (1-week duration), Grade 12 (1-week) and Grade 8 (4 days).

• Written Expression Exam (Grade 10 Lower Secondary School Certificate) 

          Thursday 6th June 2019

• Written Expression Exam (Grade 12 Upper Secondary School Certificate)

          Monday 5th August 2019

• Examination (Grade 10 Lower Secondary School Certificate)

          Monday 7th October – Friday 11th October 2019 (1Week only)

• Examination (Grade 12 Upper Secondary School Certificate)

          Monday 14th October – Friday 18th October 2019 (1week only)

• Examination (Grade 8 Certificate of Basic Education)

         Monday 21st October – Thursday 24th October 2019

The school year ends on Friday 13th of December 2019. 

2024 Grades 10 and 12 Examinations Dates (Papua New Guinea Education Key Dates)

The examinations for Grades 10 and 12 will go ahead as planned and scheduled on the Education Calendar. 

Here is the latest on PNG Education Calendar (exam dates, school holiday dates and public holidays)

Check out the 2024 Gazetted Public Holiday PDF file here and download it!

These are the approved 2024 National Examination Dates. Examinations will be held for Grade 8, Grade 10 & Grade 12.

• Grade 10 Written Expression Exam - June 6th, 2024
• Grade 12 Written Expression Exam - August 5th, 2024
• Grade 10 Examinations - 1 week October 7th - 11th, 2024
• Grade 12 Examinations - 1 week October 14th - 18th, 2024
• Grade 8 Examinations - 4 days October 21th - 24th, 2024

The headmasters and principals should be well aware of these dates. Parents and stakeholders must note that there is no change to the exam schedules unless stated otherwise by the Education Department in Waigani.