Cambridge March 2026 Results
IGCSE and A Level results for the March 2026 exam series will be released on Monday 19 May 2026 at 06:00 BST (05:00 UTC). Everything you need to know — countdown, how to check, what to expect, and what to do after.
Results Countdown
Results Release by Region
Results go live globally at 05:00 UTC. Here's what that means in your timezone.
| Region | Timezone | Local Time |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | BST (UTC+1) | 06:00 AM |
| UAE / Gulf States | GST (UTC+4) | 09:00 AM |
| India / Sri Lanka | IST (UTC+5:30) | 10:30 AM |
| Bangladesh | BST (UTC+6) | 11:00 AM |
| Singapore / Malaysia | SGT (UTC+8) | 01:00 PM |
| Hong Kong / China | HKT (UTC+8) | 01:00 PM |
| Egypt / East Africa | EET (UTC+2) | 07:00 AM |
| Nigeria / West Africa | WAT (UTC+1) | 06:00 AM |
| Pakistan | PKT (UTC+5) | 10:00 AM |
| Your timezone | detecting... | -- |
How to Check Your Results
Most schools share results directly on results day. Contact your exams officer a few days before to confirm the process and timing.
Your school may provide login credentials for myresults.cie.org.uk to check results online from 06:00 BST.
Access results via Cambridge International Direct using credentials provided by your examination centre.
What You'll See in Your Results
Your Statement of Results will include the following for each subject:
Overall Grade
Your final grade for the subject:
IGCSE: A*–G (A*–E for A Level). "U" means Ungraded.
Percentage Uniform Mark (PUM)
A score from 0–100 that shows where you sit within your grade band. Appears on the Statement of Results (not on the certificate).
Example: Two students with grade B might have PUMs of 65 and 72 — showing one was closer to an A.
Component Grades
Individual grades for each paper you sat (e.g., Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 4). These show your performance on each component separately.
Note: The overall grade is not simply calculated from component grades — Cambridge uses a weighted formula.
Endorsement (if applicable)
For subjects with practical components (Sciences), you may receive a separate practical endorsement alongside your overall grade.
Statement vs Certificate: You receive a Statement of Results on results day with full details (grades, PUM, component grades). The official Certificate arrives later (usually 6–8 weeks) and shows only the overall grade per subject.
Understanding Grade Boundaries
Grade boundaries (also called grade thresholds) are the minimum raw marks needed for each grade. They vary each session based on the difficulty of the papers and overall candidate performance.
When are they published?
Grade thresholds are published on results day alongside the results. Cambridge releases them as PDFs on their website.
Where to find them
On LumiExams, grade thresholds for past sessions are available on each subject's past papers page (e.g., Physics 0625).
After Results Day
Enquiries About Results (EAR)
If you believe your paper was marked incorrectly, you can request a remark through your school. Options include:
- - Service 1: Clerical re-check (admin errors)
- - Service 2: Full re-mark by a senior examiner
- - Service 3: Return of scripts (see your actual papers)
Your grade can go up, stay the same, or go down. If raised, the fee is refunded.
Retaking Exams
If you want to improve a grade, you can retake in a future exam session:
- - Next opportunity: May/June 2026 (if entry deadlines haven't passed) or October/November 2026
- - Oct/Nov 2026 retake deadline: 21 September 2026
- - Oct/Nov 2026 exams start: 28 September 2026
- - You can retake individual papers or the full subject
- - The higher grade is typically the one used
These are Cambridge's global deadlines — your school/centre will have earlier internal cut-offs. Always check with your centre directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time are March 2026 results released?
Results are released at 06:00 BST (05:00 UTC) on Monday 19 May 2026. This is 09:00 in UAE, 10:30 in India, and 13:00 in Singapore. Use the timezone table above to find your local time.
What is the difference between Statement of Results and Certificate?
The Statement of Results is available on results day and shows your grades, Percentage Uniform Marks (PUM), and component grades. The Certificate is the official document — it arrives 6–8 weeks later and shows only the overall grade per subject. Universities and employers typically need the Certificate.
What is the Percentage Uniform Mark (PUM)?
PUM is a standardised score (0–100) that shows where you sit within your grade band. For example, a PUM of 72 with a grade B means you were near the top of the B range. PUM accounts for differences in paper difficulty across sessions, making comparisons fairer. It appears on the Statement of Results but not on the Certificate.
Can I get my paper re-marked?
Yes, through the Enquiries About Results (EAR) service. Your school submits the request to Cambridge. You can choose a clerical re-check (Service 1), a full re-mark by a senior examiner (Service 2), or request your scripts back (Service 3). Be aware that your grade can go down as well as up. If your grade increases, the fee is refunded.
When can I retake if I'm unhappy with my grade?
The next available exam session after March 2026 is May/June 2026 (if entry deadlines haven't passed) or October/November 2026. You can retake individual papers or the full subject. Speak to your school about entry deadlines — they typically close several months before the exam session.
What do universities see — my grade or my PUM?
Universities receive your official Certificate, which shows only the overall grade (A*–G). PUM and component grades appear only on the Statement of Results. Some universities may ask for the Statement directly, but most admissions decisions are based on the overall grade.
What does "U" (Ungraded) mean?
"U" means Ungraded — your marks did not reach the minimum threshold for grade G (IGCSE) or grade E (A Level). It does not appear on the Certificate. You can retake the subject in a future session.