GCSE results day
GCSE results day usually falls one week after A level results day.
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Next date
Thursday, 20 August 2026
GCSE results day 2026
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Upcoming dates
| Event | Date | Countdown | Region / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| GCSE results day 2026 | Thursday, 20 August 2026 | In 1 month | Confirmed by JCQ timetable |
| GCSE results day 2027 expected window | Thursday, 19 August 2027 | In 1 year 1 month | Expected pattern; confirm with JCQ when published |
GCSE results day is when students receive GCSE grades and confirm sixth form, college, apprenticeship or other next steps. The 2026 date is Thursday 20 August. It usually follows A level results day by one week, but future dates should be checked against JCQ and awarding body calendars once published. Schools set their own collection times and online access arrangements, so students should follow local instructions.
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Questions
When is GCSE results day 2026?
It falls on Thursday 20 August 2026.
Is GCSE results day always in August?
Yes, it is normally in the second half of August.
Are future GCSE results dates confirmed?
They should be confirmed against JCQ and exam board calendars before relying on them.