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If you are waiting for UK A-Level results in 2026, the key date is Thursday 13 August 2026 for Pearson Edexcel and OxfordAQA AS/A Level, while Cambridge CIE AS/A Level results are released on Tuesday 11 August 2026. IGCSE, O Level and International GCSE results follow on 18 August (CIE) and 20 August (Edexcel and OxfordAQA). UCAS Clearing opens on 2 July 2026 and closes on 19 October 2026. Check your results through the correct exam board portal, save an electronic copy immediately, and use Clearing strategically on results day.
Key dates by exam board
Cambridge CIE (Cambridge International)
- AS/A Level, AICE and CIPQ results: Tuesday 11 August 2026, released at 06:00 UK time (BST/UTC+1), which is 13:00 Beijing time.
- IGCSE, O Level and ICE results: Tuesday 18 August 2026, also at 06:00 UK time.
Pearson Edexcel
- AS/A Level and IAL results: Thursday 13 August 2026 (sent to candidates).
- GCSE and International GCSE results: Thursday 20 August 2026 (sent to candidates).
OxfordAQA
- AS/A Level results: Thursday 13 August 2026 (sent to candidates; schools receive them on 12 August).
- GCSE and International GCSE results: Thursday 20 August 2026 (sent to candidates; schools receive them on 19 August).
How to check your results
Cambridge CIE
- Use the portal at myresults.cie.org.uk.
- School candidates: log in with the unique account and password provided by your school.
- Private candidates: results are not available in that system; they are sent directly to the email address you registered with.
Pearson Edexcel
- Use 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 may include a question-level analysis report alongside your result.
OxfordAQA
- There is no personal results portal on the OxfordAQA website.
- School candidates: your school receives the results and distributes them to you.
- Private candidates: contact the exam centre where you registered (for example, the British Council) to collect your results in person.
After you get your results
- Save an electronic copy (screenshot or PDF) of your results as soon as you receive them, regardless of the method. You will need this later for converting an unconditional offer and for visa applications.
- Check your university status on UCAS. On results day, UCAS updates admission decisions around 8:00 UK time; the system may be congested, so consider checking later or using email notifications.
- Prepare for Clearing in advance. Many popular universities release places quickly during the peak period, so have backup options ready.
- Act quickly after results: verify your grades, confirm your university place, and prepare any Clearing or appeal materials as needed.
UCAS Clearing 2026
- Clearing is open from 2 July 2026 to 19 October 2026.
- 13 August 2026 (A-Level results day) is the peak period for Clearing vacancies. UCAS updates decisions around 8:00 UK time, which can cause traffic; avoid peak hours if possible.
- Because vacancy numbers change in real time, always check the UCAS website for the latest availability.
- If you need guidance, UNILINK advisers can help you assess your options – but note that we cannot guarantee admission or specific outcomes.
FAQ
When is A-Level results day 2026 in the UK?
For Pearson Edexcel and OxfordAQA, AS/A Level results are released on Thursday 13 August 2026. For Cambridge CIE, AS/A Level results are released earlier, on Tuesday 11 August 2026.
How do I check my Cambridge CIE results?
School candidates use myresults.cie.org.uk with the account details from their school. Private candidates receive results by email at the address they registered with – not through the portal.
Do I need a portal to see OxfordAQA results?
No. OxfordAQA does not offer a personal results portal. School candidates get results from their school; private candidates must contact their exam centre (e.g., British Council) to collect results in person.
When does UCAS Clearing close in 2026?
Clearing opens on 2 July 2026 and closes on 19 October 2026. The busiest day is 13 August 2026, when A-Level results are released.
What should I do immediately after receiving my results?
Save an electronic copy of your results, check your UCAS status, and if you need to use Clearing, act quickly because popular courses fill fast. Always confirm details on the official UCAS website.
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 and results day: https://www.ucas.com/clearing-and-results-day
For personalised advice on your options after results, UNILINK consultants can review your situation – but admission outcomes depend on university decisions and live vacancy data.