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For 2026 A-Level and IGCSE results, Oxford AQA does not provide a personal results portal. School candidates receive their results from their school, while private candidates must contact their exam centre (such as the British Council) to collect their results slip. This article explains the verified results-day procedures for the three major exam boards, the confirmed 2026 results dates, and how UCAS Clearing works.
Results dates for 2026
The 2026 A-Level results day is Thursday, 13 August 2026. This date applies to A-Level, T-Level, and BTEC results. In the UK, results are typically released from 8:00 AM BST; in China (Beijing time, UTC+8), that corresponds to 3:00 PM. IGCSE results are released on a separate date, but the exact date is not specified in the verified facts. Always check your exam board’s official website for the most current schedule.
How to access results: Cambridge CIE
For Cambridge CIE, candidates log in to myresults.cie.org.uk. School candidates use the account and password provided by their school. Private candidates’ results do not appear in this system; instead, results are sent directly to the email address provided during registration. Keep this email safe, as it is your official record.
How to access results: Pearson Edexcel
For Pearson Edexcel, go to the Results section at qualifications.pearson.com. You will need your centre number, candidate number, and date of birth – all three are required. Some subjects also include a post-results analysis report (an itemised breakdown of your performance). This information is available on the same portal.
How to access results: Oxford AQA
Oxford AQA does not offer a personal results portal. Instead, school candidates receive their results from their school, which receives the results slip from the exam board. Private candidates must contact the exam centre where they registered (for example, the British Council) to collect their results slip in person. No online access is provided.
Saving your results and next steps
Regardless of how you receive your results, save an electronic copy (screenshot or PDF) immediately. This copy is essential for converting your conditional offer to an unconditional offer and for your student visa application. Do not rely on paper alone – keep a digital backup.
UCAS Clearing basics
UCAS Clearing is the process for matching students to university places that are still available after results day. On results day, you can use the UCAS Hub to see your status. If you are not holding any offers, or you have declined your firm choice, you can apply for Clearing vacancies. If a university makes you a verbal offer in Clearing, you can select ‘Decline my place’ in your UCAS Hub to cancel your original firm choice, then accept the Clearing offer formally through the Hub. Clearing vacancies change in real time, so always refer to the UCAS website for the latest information.
FAQ
When is A-Level results day 2026?
A-Level results day 2026 is on Thursday, 13 August 2026. T-Level and BTEC results are also released on the same day. IGCSE results are on a separate date – check your exam board’s website for the exact date.
Can I check my Oxford AQA results online?
No. Oxford AQA does not provide a personal results portal. School candidates receive results from their school; private candidates must collect their results from their exam centre (e.g., British Council).
How do I check my Cambridge CIE results as a private candidate?
Private candidates do not use the myresults.cie.org.uk portal. Your results are sent directly to the email address you provided during registration. Check that email inbox (including spam) on results day.
What information do I need to log in to Pearson Edexcel results?
You need your centre number, candidate number, and date of birth. All three are mandatory. Without any one of them, you cannot log in.
What should I do after I get my results?
Save an electronic copy (screenshot or PDF) of your results slip immediately. This is required for converting your offer to unconditional and for your visa application. Then, if you are not placed, you can enter UCAS Clearing to find an available course.
Official sources
- Cambridge International results: https://www.cambridgeinternational.org/exam-administration/results
- Pearson Edexcel results for students: https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/Services/results-for-students.html
- AQA results days: https://www.aqa.org.uk/exams-administration/results-days
- UCAS Clearing: https://www.ucas.com/clearing-and-results-day