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Calculate Your A-Level Grade

This A-Level Grade Calculator 2026 turns your exam percentages into an estimated A*-E grade and UCAS tariff points in seconds. For reformed linear A-Levels (post-2015), only your final A2 (Year 13) marks count towards the grade. Results for the summer 2026 series are published on Thursday 13 August 2026.

UCAS Points Calculator

Convert your A-Level grades to UCAS tariff points for university applications. Based on the 2025/26 UCAS tariff.

2025/26 UCAS Tariff: A* = 56 pts, A = 48 pts, B = 40 pts, C = 32 pts, D = 24 pts, E = 16 pts

Quick Convert (Click a grade)

A*
56 pts
A
48 pts
B
40 pts
C
32 pts
D
24 pts
E
16 pts

Multiple Subject Calculator

Calculate grades for multiple A-Level subjects and see your overall UCAS points total.

Grade Boundaries Reference

View typical grade boundaries by exam board and subject. Note: Actual boundaries vary each year based on exam difficulty.

AQA Edexcel OCR WJEC
Grade UMS Range Typical % UCAS Points
A*360-40090%+56
A320-35980-89%48
B280-31970-79%40
C240-27960-69%32
D200-23950-59%24
E160-19940-49%16
U0-159<40%0
Important: Grade boundaries are set AFTER exams based on difficulty and cohort performance. These are typical ranges - actual boundaries for specific subjects and years may differ. Always check your exam board's official grade boundary documents after results are released.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is A-Level results day 2026?
AS and A-Level results for the summer 2026 exam series are released on Thursday 13 August 2026 (the official JCQ date). Most schools and colleges open from around 8am for results collection, UCAS Track typically updates from 8am the same morning, and Clearing opens for students without a confirmed place.
When do A-Level exams start and finish in 2026?
On the JCQ common timetable for summer 2026, the first GCE (AS/A-Level) exam is on Monday 11 May 2026 and the final GCE exam is on Tuesday 23 June 2026. Wednesday 24 June 2026 is the contingency day — candidates must remain available until then in case an exam has to be rescheduled. Exact subject dates differ by exam board (AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC), so check your own board's final timetable.
What grade is 75% at A-Level?
Using typical standard boundaries, 75% is usually a grade B (the B band covers roughly 70-79%, with A from 80% and A* from 90%), worth 40 UCAS points on the current tariff. Worked example: three subjects at 82%, 81% and 75% would estimate as A, A, B — that is 48 + 48 + 40 = 136 UCAS points (AAB). Actual boundaries are set after each exam series and vary by subject and board — science papers often sit lower than humanities — so treat percentage-based grades as estimates.
How are A-Level grades calculated using UMS and what are the 2025/26 grade boundaries?
A-Levels use the Uniform Mark Scale (UMS) with grade boundaries set by exam boards after each series. Standard boundaries: A* requires 90%+ (360-400 UMS) plus 90%+ on A2 papers specifically, A is 80-89% (320-359 UMS), B is 70-79% (280-319), C is 60-69% (240-279), D is 50-59% (200-239), E is 40-49% (160-199), U (ungraded) is below 40%. Since the 2015 reforms, most A-Levels are linear (all exams at end of 2 years) and AS no longer counts towards A-Level grades. Grade boundaries vary by subject difficulty and exam board (AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC).
How do I convert A-Level grades to UCAS points for university applications?
The UCAS tariff for 2025/26 converts A-Level grades as follows: A* = 56 points, A = 48 points, B = 40 points, C = 32 points, D = 24 points, E = 16 points. AS-Levels give half points: A = 20, B = 16, C = 12, D = 10, E = 6. EPQ adds extra: A* = 28, A = 24, B = 20. Common examples: AAA = 144 points, ABB = 128 points, BBB = 120 points, BBC = 112 points. Russell Group universities typically require 136-152 points, Oxbridge 152-160 points. However, most competitive universities specify grade requirements (e.g., AAA) rather than point totals.
What A-Level grades do I need for different UK universities?
University requirements vary significantly. Oxford/Cambridge typically require A*A*A to A*AA. Top Russell Group (Imperial, LSE, UCL) want A*AA to AAA. Medicine requires A*A*A-AAA with Chemistry essential plus UCAT/BMAT tests. Engineering at top universities needs A*A*A with Maths and Physics. Law at competitive universities requires A*AA-AAA with essay-based subjects preferred. Mid-tier Russell Group universities offer ABB-AAB. Post-1992 universities typically require BBC-CCC. Many universities offer contextual offers (1-2 grades lower) for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, care leavers, or low-participation areas.
What are the differences between AQA, Edexcel, OCR and WJEC A-Levels?
Four exam boards administer A-Levels in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. AQA is the largest board, popular for Sciences, English and Humanities with structured questions. Edexcel (Pearson) is strong in Mathematics and Sciences, considered slightly more accessible for Maths. OCR is popular for Biology and Chemistry, with MEI Maths specification well-regarded. WJEC/Eduqas is the Welsh board also used in England, known for detailed mark schemes. Grade boundaries differ between boards, so direct percentage comparisons aren't always meaningful. In Scotland, Advanced Highers (SQA) are equivalent to A-Levels. Students can't mix exam boards within a single subject.
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