When is T Level Results Day? Here's what to expect

When is T Level Results Day in 2026?

T Level Results Day is on Thursday 13th of August 2026. Results are usually released at 08:15 in the morning. You'll get your results either online through the exam boards' websites, your UCAS Hub (if you're applying to university) or via your schools or college.

Each school and college will have a different system for picking up your results so make sure to find out what time to arrive.

What do you need?

It can be a nerve-wracking experience, so having a few things ready to help you, just in case, is always useful.

When collecting your T Level results, have with you:

• Your phone
• A pen and notepad
• A copy of your personal statement
• Your GCSE results
• Calculator – if your phone doesn't have one (to work out your UCAS Tariff Points)
• Your UCAS letter – with your UCAS number and conditional offer grades
• Copy of your references, and their contact details
• Notes of any Clearing open days or virtual tours available

Some of these will only apply if you're planning to go to university.

What is the pass rate for T-Levels?

T-Level grades are worked out from grades for the TQ (Technical Qualifaction) Core and Occuptional Specialisms in look-up tables. But they change depending on the Core Component and Specialism. For example, to achieve a Distinction, the student must have an A in Core, Distinction in the Specialisms and completed their placement. Anyone who has completed one or more, but not all, will receive a Partial Achievement.

How do my 2026 T-Level results compare to others?

The number of T-Level students receivingn top grades on 2026 Results Day has increased to 18.1%, 2.4% higher than last year.

Of the total 19,665 students who picked up their results today, 2,565 received a distinction or distinction*. In 2025, it was 15.7%, or 1,872 students out of 11,909 achieving the same top grade.

The Department of Education states 25,508 young people began their courses in 2024-25, with 19,665 receiving their Results today, suggesting 23% left the course early. However, the drop out rate has decreased for the third year in a row. For 2025, the rate was set at 27%, compared to 29% in 2024 and 34% in 2023.

3,491 students received a Distinction, 9,993 achieved a Merit and 4,660 got a Pass.

Female students who achieved a Pass or above stands at 96.1%, and males it is 89.3%.

UCAS has revealed a record-breaking number of students have secured their first choice of university or college. In total, 228,990 teenagers have been accepted into their firm choice, with more than 31,000 securing their second choice, up by 21% from last year.

Although it's a new record, there is an increase in the number of 18-year-olds in the UK. Tehrefore, the percentage of teenagers who got their first choice has actually fallen, from 82% down to 79%.

What if I don't get the grades I wanted?

If you're disappointed with your final grade, know that you're not alone and don't be too disheartened! You have a few options available to you. If you were hoping for a higher grade, think about the impact it will have on your future plans - will the difference mean you can't go on to the career or further study you want? Take some time before you decide on your next steps.

Another option includes re-taking your T Level. It could be retaking the whole course or resitting a specific area - the core exams, the employer set project or the occupational specialist project. Your teachers will be able to share with you a more detailed breakdown of your exams to help you decide what would be best.

If you're hoping to secure a place at university and have missed out on the grades, Clearing is available to you. Here, you can find courses that still have places available and apply directly through the university. Clearing is open from 2nd July through to 19th October. Most places fill up on Results Day so you'll want to be quick to secure a spot.

Another option is studying for a foundation degree. Universities offer these to students who may have missed out on the grades or for those unsure whether an undergraduate degree is right for them. This can act as a great bridge between a T Level and an undergrad.

What universities accept T Levels?

More and more colleges and universities are beginning to accept T Levels as part of their entry requirements. More than 150 universities and colleges accept T Levels for degrees, including some Russell Group institutions (Source: Gov.uk).

How many UCAS points does my T Level give me?

T Levels are scored the same as BTECs, where you'll receive an overall final grade ranging from a Pass (72 UCAS points) to a Distinction* (168 UCAS points). UCAS will use your final grade to work out the UCAS points and will determine whether you have the grades to be accepted to your firm university choice.

UCAS points	Overall T Level grade	A Level
168	Distinction* (A* on the core and distinction in the occupational specialism)	AAA*
144	Distinction	AAA
120	Merit	BBB
96	Pass (C or above on the core)	CCC
72	Pass (D or E on the core)	DDD