On this page, you will find the full collection of Grade 12 CAT past papers from 2025 all the way back to 2017. These include official NSC exams, common papers, mid-year exams, trial exams, and supplementary papers.
All papers are hosted on StudyPapers.co.za, a trusted resource for learners across South Africa.
What makes Grade 12 CAT exams different from other subjects?
Computer Applications Technology (CAT) is a combination of theory and practical skills. As a Grade 12 CAT student must apply digital skills in exam like:
- Creating a working database in Microsoft Access
- Using advanced functions and formulas in Excel
- Designing Word documents with references, bookmarks, and table of figures
- Developing HTML web pages
- Understanding social and ethical implications of ICT
- Solving real-life information management problems in your PAT
Each Grade 12 CAT exam is split into two main papers:
- Paper 1 (Practical) – 150 marks
- Paper 2 (Theory) – 150 marks
Together, they test your understanding of system technologies, software apps, networks, internet technologies, and your ability to manage and process data effectively.
Important 2025 Exam Topics Based on CAPS:
Term 1–2 Focus Areas:
- Systems Technologies: General concepts, hardware, software, and troubleshooting
- Social Implications: Environmental issues, security, legal/ethical use of ICT
- Solution Development:
- Databases: Grouped reports, validation rules, query operators (IS NULL, AND, OR, NOT)
- Spreadsheets: COUNTIFS, SUMIFS, nested IFs, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, SUBTOTAL, date/time functions
- Word Processing: Hyperlinks, cross-referencing, indexing, electronic forms, editing tools
- HTML: Table tags, link anchors, webpage layout principles
Term 3–4 Highlights:
- Network Technologies: Internet protocols, routers, modems, connectivity terms
- Internet Technologies: IoT, browser productivity tools, communication devices
- PAT Completion: Data gathering, report writing, software integration (Excel + Word + Access)
- Prelim & Final Exams: Comprehensive testing of all content with Paper 1 (practical) and Paper 2 (theory)
How to Use This Grade 12 CAT Past Papers Directory
On StudyPapers.co.za, you can:
- Find Grade CAT exam papers by year (e.g., 2025, 2024, etc.)
- Download both practical and theory papers, with marking memos
- Focus your revision around key CAPS topics covered each term
- Print or use digitally for classroom or self-study sessions
CAT Grade 12 Exam Papers and Memos List
This section contains the full list of Grade 12 Computer Applications Technology (CAT) exam papers and memos from 2017 to 2025. It includes both Paper 1 (Theory) and Paper 2 (Practical) for each term: March (Term 1), June (Term 2), September (Term 3), and November (Term 4). All papers are provided in both English and Afrikaans, along with their official memorandums and any required data files for the practical exams:
2025 Papers
2025 CAT Grade 12 June Term 2 Exam Papers and Memos
The following table contains CAT Grade 12 Paper 1 and Paper 2 (theory) exam documents for the 2025 June exam.
| 2025 Papers | Description | Question Paper | Memo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Practical exam covering databases, spreadsheets, word processing and integration tasks. | Download Paper 1 | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | Theory paper testing system technologies, software, internet, networks, ethics, and data handling. | Download Paper 2 | Download Memo |
2024 Papers
Computer Applications Technology Grade 12 November 2024 Term 4 Past Papers
The past papers below are for Computer Applications Technology Grade 12 November 2024 Term 4 exams. Download question papers and memos below:
2024 CAT Grade 12 June Term 2 Exam Papers and Memos
Grade 12 CAT September 2024
These CAT papers and memos from the 2024 September exams are useful for revision before your prelims and final exams.
| Paper | Language | Question Paper | Memo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Afrikaans | Not yet uploaded | Download Memo |
| Paper 1 | English | Not yet uploaded | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | Afrikaans | Not yet uploaded | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | English | Not yet uploaded | Download Memo |
2023 Papers
Grade 12 CAT September 2023
This table contains Paper 1 and Paper 2 exam documents for the September 2023 Computer Applications Technology Grade 12 exam.
| Paper | Language | Question Paper | Memo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 1 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
2023 June Term 2
These Grade 12 CAT Paper 1 and Paper 2 exam documents for June 2023 include question papers and memos in both Afrikaans and English.
| Paper | Language | Question Paper | Memo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 1 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 |
2023 November Term 4
Final CAT exam papers and memos for November 2023, available in both Afrikaans and English.
| Paper | Language | Question Paper | Memo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 1 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
2022 Exam Papers
2022 November Term 4
Final CAT Grade 12 papers and memos from the 2022 November NSC exams. Both Afrikaans and English versions are available below.
| Paper | Language | Question Paper | Memo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 1 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Not yet available |
| Paper 2 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
2022 September Term 3
Use the following CAT Paper 1 and Paper 2 exam documents from the 2022 September term to practise for your final Grade 12 NSC exams. These include versions in Afrikaans, English, and special versions for Deaf learners.
| Paper | Language | Question Paper | Memo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 1 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 1 | Deaf Education | Download QP | Memo not available |
| Paper 2 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | Deaf Education | Download QP | Memo not available |
2022 June Term 2
Below are the official CAT Paper 1 and Paper 2 mid-year exam papers and memos from June 2022. All files are available in both Afrikaans and English versions, hosted on StudyPapers.co.za.
| Paper | Language | Question Paper | Memo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 1 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
2021 Exam Papers
2021 November Term 4
Use the following Grade 12 CAT Paper 1 and Paper 2 exam papers from November 2021 to revise for your final NSC exams.
| Paper | Language | Question Paper | Memo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 1 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
CAT P1 Data File: Download MSOffice_DATA.zip
2021 June Term 2
Download all Grade 12 CAT Paper 1 and Paper 2 exam papers and memos from the June 2021 session below.
| Paper | Language | Question Paper | Memo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 1 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
2017 Exam Papers
2017 March Term 1
All 2017 Term 1 Grade 12 CAT Paper 1 and Paper 2 exams and memorandums for both Afrikaans and English learners are listed below.
| Paper | Language | Question Paper | Memo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 1 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | Afrikaans | Download QP | Download Memo |
| Paper 2 | English | Download QP | Download Memo |
DATA FILES: Download Practical Data Files (ZIP)
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