Direct answer
On A-Level results day 2026, your immediate priority is to check your grades, confirm your university application status, and prepare any necessary documents for Clearing or an appeal. Start by saving an electronic copy of your results (screenshot or PDF) as soon as you see them, because you will need this for securing an unconditional offer and for visa applications. Be aware that results websites may be congested on the day, so consider checking outside peak times. The exact process for viewing your results differs by exam board, and whether you are a school candidate or a private candidate.
Check your results: CIE, Edexcel, and OxfordAQA
Cambridge CIE
If you are a school candidate, log in to myresults.cie.org.uk using the unique username and password provided by your school. If you are a private candidate, your results will not appear in that system; instead, they are sent directly to the email address you provided when you registered. Check your inbox (and spam folder) for the results email.
Pearson Edexcel
Go to the Results section on qualifications.pearson.com. You will need three pieces of information to log in: your centre number, your candidate number, and your date of birth. All three are required; none can be omitted. Some subjects may also include a diagnostic report that breaks down your performance by question.
OxfordAQA
OxfordAQA does not offer a personal results portal. School candidates receive their results from their school, which collects the official results slip. Private candidates should contact the exam centre where they registered (for example, British Council) to collect their results in person. Do not expect to find your grades online.
After you see your grades: immediate checklist
- Save your results – Take a screenshot or save a PDF of your results page or email. Keep this file safe; you will need it to convert your conditional offer to an unconditional one and for visa procedures.
- Check your university offers – Log in to UCAS Track (or the relevant portal) to see if your place is confirmed. If you have met the conditions, your offer should become unconditional. If you have not, you may need to consider Clearing.
- Prepare for Clearing or an appeal – If your grades do not meet the conditions, or if you have no offer, you may enter Clearing. For appeals, note the official process and deadlines from your exam board. Keep all relevant documents ready.
- Avoid peak times – Websites may be slow or unresponsive on results day. If you cannot log in, wait a few hours and try again.
Clearing: what you need to know
Clearing is the process that matches students without a confirmed place to courses that still have vacancies. It is run by UCAS, and the availability of places changes in real time – so what is available one hour may be gone the next. Always check the UCAS Clearing website for the most current information. You should not assume that any particular course or university will be available; vacancies are not guaranteed.
Appeals and remarks
If you believe your grade is incorrect, you can request a review of marking or an appeal. Each exam board (CIE, Edexcel, OxfordAQA) has its own procedure and deadlines. The details are not provided here; you must refer to the official exam board websites for the exact steps and time limits. Do not delay if you are considering an appeal, as deadlines are strict.
FAQ
How do I access my CIE results if I am a private candidate?
Your results will be sent directly to the email address you used when you registered. They will not appear on myresults.cie.org.uk.
What login details do I need for Edexcel results?
You need your centre number, your candidate number, and your date of birth. All three are mandatory.
Can I view OxfordAQA results online?
No. School candidates get their results from their school; private candidates must collect them from their exam centre (e.g., British Council).
Do I need to save my results?
Yes, save a screenshot or PDF of your results as soon as you see them. You will need this for your unconditional offer and visa applications.
Is Clearing available to everyone?
Clearing is for students who do not have a place. You should check UCAS for eligibility and live vacancies.
Official sources
- Cambridge International results: https://www.cambridgeinternational.org/exam-administration/results
- Pearson Edexcel results: 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