Check NSSCO Results 2025/2026 in Namibia. Get official release dates, qualification rates, statistics, and step-by-step instructions to view your results.
Learners, parents, and schools across Namibia are eagerly anticipating the NSSCO Results 2026. The Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO) examinations are an important stage in secondary education, determining whether students are eligible to continue to NSSCAS (Grade 12) or other post-school courses.
What Are the NSSCO Results 2025/2026?
The NSSCO (Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary) is usually completed by students at the end of Grade 11. It is a Cambridge-aligned qualification administered by the Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture in Namibia. The NSSCO results are evaluated based on:
- Subject grades
- Total points obtained
- Number of topics passed.
- Unlike some systems, NSSCO does not rely on a simple pass/fail approach.
NSSCO Results Statistics & Qualification Rates (Past Years)
| Year | Candidates Registered | Graded Candidates (%) | Qualified (20+ Points) (%) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | ~38,000 | ~86% | ~37% | Moderate national performance |
| 2016 | ~39,500 | ~87% | ~38% | Slight improvement |
| 2017 | ~40,200 | ~88% | ~39% | Stable trend |
| 2018 | ~41,000 | ~88% | ~40% | Incremental growth |
| 2019 | ~42,300 | ~89% | ~41% | Best pre-COVID performance |
| 2020 | ~39,800 | ~85% | ~36% | COVID-19 disruption |
| 2021 | ~40,100 | ~86% | ~35% | Learning recovery period |
| 2022 | ~41,600 | ~87% | ~37% | Gradual improvement |
| 2023 | ~40,900 | ~88% | 25.2% | Notable national decline |
| 2024 | 40,757 | 89% | 29.5% | Improvement from 2023 |
How to Check NSSCO Results 2025/2026?
Grade 11 (NSSCO) National examinations are usually held every year to prepare students for grade 12, so Namibia’s Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture has announced that the Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary and Advanced Subsidiary Levels National Examination results will be released earlier January 14, 2026.
To check your results, look for direct links that take you to the Ministry of Education website. This allows you to check your results as soon as they are announced. Once released, learners can check their NSSCO results using the following methods:
Check NSSCO Results 2025/2026 Online
- Visit the official MoEAC or approved examination results portal https://moe.gov.na/index.php
- Enter your candidate number exactly as it appears on your exam slip
Check NSSCO Results 2025/2026 via SMS
- SMS Exams to 51500 This will cost you N$3 or
- Whatsapp: send Exams to 085 785 6231 for your results.
Check Results at Your School
- Schools receive official result statements
- Learners can collect results directly from their schools
Understanding NSSCO Pass Rates & Qualification Criteria
NSSCO performance is mainly measured by qualification thresholds, not just subject passes.
Common NSSCO Qualification Benchmarks:
- 20 points or more (in at least 5 subjects): Qualifies for NSSCAS (Grade 12) or some tertiary options
- 25 points or more: Strong academic performance, improves chances for competitive pathways
MoEAC Contact Information (Namibia)
| Department / Office | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| Ministry Name | Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture (MoEAC) |
| Head Office Location | Government Office Park, Luther Street, Windhoek, Namibia |
| Telephone | +264 61 293 3111 |
| Email Address | info@moeac.gov.na |
| Postal Address | Private Bag 13186, Windhoek, Namibia |
| Examinations Directorate | Directorate of National Examinations and Assessment (DNEA) |
| Office Hours | Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 |
| Official Website | www.moeac.gov.na |