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After receiving your 2026 A-Level or IGCSE results, your immediate checklist is: check your grades, confirm your university offer status, prepare any Clearing or appeal materials, and save a digital copy of your results statement. This guide explains each step using verified facts from official sources. Dates and processes are accurate as of 13 August 2026, but always confirm live details on official websites, especially for Clearing vacancies.
2026 results day dates
A-Level results day in 2026 is Thursday, 13 August. This date applies to A-Level and T-level results in the UK. IGCSE results are typically released on the same day, but you should verify the exact date with your exam board or school. On results morning, the UCAS Hub is expected to update from 08:00 BST to show whether you have met your firm or insurance offers. Expect website congestion; avoid peak hours if possible.
Check your grades: exam board differences
Each exam board has a different way to access results. Use only the official portal for your board, and note whether you are a school candidate or a private candidate.
- Cambridge CIE: Log in at myresults.cie.org.uk using the unique username and password provided by your school. Private candidates do not use this system; their results are sent directly to the email address provided at registration.
- Pearson Edexcel: Go to the Results area at qualifications.pearson.com. You need your centre number, candidate number, and date of birth—all three are required. Some subjects may include a breakdown of errors in your results.
- Oxford AQA: There is no personal results portal. School candidates receive their results from their school. Private candidates must contact their exam centre (for example, British Council) to collect their results in person.
Regardless of how you receive your grades, save a digital copy (screenshot or PDF) of your results statement immediately. You will need it later for confirming your unconditional offer and for visa applications.
Confirm your university offer status
On results day, check your UCAS Hub from 08:00 BST to see if you have met the conditions of your firm or insurance choices. If you have met them, your place is confirmed. If you have not, you may be entered into Clearing or can consider other options. The UCAS Hub is the official source for your application status; do not rely on unofficial messages.
Prepare for Clearing or appeals
If your results do not match your offer conditions, you can:
- Enter Clearing: Clearing is a UCAS process that matches students to courses with vacancies. Vacancies change in real time, so you must check the UCAS Clearing website for live updates.
- Prepare an appeal: If you believe your grade is incorrect, you can appeal through your school or exam centre. The process varies by board; contact your centre for instructions.
If you receive a verbal offer in Clearing, you must formally accept it via your UCAS Hub. You may need to select ‘Decline my place’ to release your original firm choice before accepting a Clearing offer. Follow the on-screen instructions carefully.
FAQ
When is A-Level results day 2026?
A-Level results day is Thursday, 13 August 2026. T-level results are also released on the same day. IGCSE results are typically on the same day, but confirm with your exam board.
How do I check my Cambridge CIE results?
School candidates log in to myresults.cie.org.uk with the username and password from their school. Private candidates receive results by email to the address they provided at registration.
How do I check my Pearson Edexcel results?
Use the Results area at qualifications.pearson.com. You need your centre number, candidate number, and date of birth. Some subjects include a breakdown of errors.
How do I check my AQA results?
AQA does not offer a personal results portal. School candidates get results from their school. Private candidates must collect them from their exam centre (e.g., British Council).
What should I do after receiving my results?
First, save a digital copy of your results statement. Then check your UCAS Hub to see if you have met your offer conditions. If not, prepare for Clearing or an appeal.
How does UCAS Clearing work?
Clearing matches students to courses with vacancies. Vacancies change in real time, so check the UCAS Clearing website. If you receive a verbal offer, accept it formally through your UCAS Hub; you may need to decline your original firm choice first.