Edexcel A Level grade boundaries for 2026 are set by Pearson after each exam series. Edexcel A Level uses an A* to E grading scale. Raw mark boundaries vary by subject and are published by Pearson after each session so that standards remain consistent.
Edexcel A Level Grading Scale 2026
A* to E grade structure
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| A* | Highest |
| A | — |
| B | — |
| C | — |
| D | — |
| E | Minimum pass |
U (Ungraded): Below the minimum mark for E is Ungraded and does not count as a pass at A Level.
2026 raw mark boundaries
Subject-specific raw mark grade boundaries for Edexcel A Level 2026 are released by Pearson after each examination. They ensure that grading is fair across different papers and sessions.
Raw Marks, UMS & A Level Grades
How Pearson Edexcel A Level converts exam performance into final A*–E grades.
From raw mark to A*–E
Edexcel first awards a raw mark on each A Level paper. After marking, Pearson sets grade boundaries per subject and series so that each grade band (A*, A, B, etc.) reflects a stable standard from year to year.
For some specifications and legacy modular structures, Edexcel also uses the Uniform Mark Scale (UMS) to convert raw marks to a standard scale that can be aggregated across units and sessions. For current linear A Levels, boundaries are typically reported in raw marks, but the scaling logic is similar.
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Pearson uses statistical evidence and examiner judgment to set A Level grade boundaries each series, so candidates in 2026 are not disadvantaged by paper difficulty.
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