Results are in for the HSC class of 2025

The milestone marks a significant moment in the lives of Year 12 students - graduating school, completing exams, and looking ahead to what is next.

A record 60,443 students are eligible to receive an ATAR, and 20,150 students have completed a VET course – giving them an opportunity to leave school with dual accreditation.

More than a quarter of the cohort will also be featured on an HSC Merit List, with 20,440 students featured on the Distinguished Achievers List for achieving at least one band six or E4 result.

Close to 1,500 students are also featured on the All-round Achievers list for achieving results in the top band across 10 units of study, while more than 780 students are on the Top Achievers list for earning one or more of the top places, and a result in the highest band.

Students continue to achieve strong results, with 12 per cent of all course results in the top band (Band 6 or E4), 42 per cent in the top two bands, and 74 per cent in the top three bands. While the proportion of students achieving top bands varies by course, results indicate strong achievement across a diverse range of subjects.

Yesterday, more than 130 students were recognised for achieving first place in one or more HSC course.

The 2025 HSC Merit Lists will be available from 12pm today: https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/nesa/awards-and-events/hsc-merit-lists

NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) Chief Executive Officer Paul Martin said:

“To all students who completed HSC courses in 2025 – congratulations on reaching this major milestone.

“Whatever comes next – further study, training, work or time to explore new goals – I wish you every success as you begin this next chapter.

“I want to acknowledge the efforts of teachers, principals, and support staff, who have guided students throughout the years, and the families and carers whose encouragement made today possible.

“I hope all NSW students take the time to celebrate these achievements.”