To ensure a smooth registration process, please review the key application dates for each exam series below.
Application Dates and Deadlines
The Tuition College Examination Centre sets its internal deadlines one week earlier than the official JCQ deadlines to allow time for ID verification, payment clearance, and entry confirmation.
We strongly recommend applying as early as possible, as places for certain exams, particularly Modern Foreign Languages and Access Arrangements, are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Exam Series Available at The Tuition College Examination Centre
We offer exams in the following main series:
Summer 2026 Exam Deadlines
All candidates must remain available until Wednesday 24 June 2026 for the official JCQ contingency day.
Please note: The Tuition College sets its internal deadlines one week before the awarding bodies’ final entry dates to allow sufficient time for processing and payment verification.
GCSE (Summer 2026)
|
Stage |
Apply From |
Application Deadline |
Notes |
|
Standard Entry |
Now open |
7 February 2026 |
Best value fees apply |
|
Late Entry |
8 February 2026 |
31 March 2026 |
Late fee applies |
|
Very Late Entry |
1 April 2026 |
16 April 2026 |
Final cut-off – very late fees apply |
IGCSE (Summer 2026)
|
Stage |
Apply From |
Application Deadline |
Notes |
|
Standard Entry |
Now open |
21 February 2026 |
Best value fees apply |
|
Late Entry |
22 February 2026 |
3 April 2026 |
Late fee applies |
|
Very Late Entry |
4 April 2026 |
17 April 2026 |
Final cut-off – very late fees apply |
A Level (Summer 2026)
|
Stage |
Apply From |
Application Deadline |
Notes |
|
Standard Entry |
Now open |
7 February 2026 |
Best value fees apply |
|
Late Entry |
8 February 2026 |
31 March 2026 |
Late fee applies |
|
Very Late Entry |
1 April 2026 |
16 April 2026 |
Final cut-off – very late fees apply |
Summer 2026 Deadlines
All candidates must remain available until Wednesday 24 June 2026 for the JCQ contingency day.
GCSE (Summer 2026)
|
Stage |
Apply From |
Application Deadline |
Notes |
|
Standard Entry |
Now open |
14 Feb 2026 |
Best value fees apply |
|
Late Entry |
15 Feb 2026 |
7 Apr 2026 |
Late fee applies |
|
Very Late Entry |
8 Apr 2026 |
23 Apr 2026 |
Very late fees apply – final cut off |
IGCSE (Summer 2026)
|
Stage |
Apply From |
Application Deadline |
Notes |
|
Standard Entry |
Now open |
28 Feb 2026 |
Best value fees apply |
|
Late Entry |
1 Mar 2026 |
10 Apr 2026 |
Late fee applies |
|
Very Late Entry |
11 Apr 2026 |
24 Apr 2026 |
Very late fee applies — final cut-off |
A-Level (Summer 2026)
|
Stage |
Apply From |
Application Deadline |
Notes |
|
Standard Entry |
Now open |
14 Feb 2026 |
Best value fees apply |
|
Late Entry |
15 Feb 2026 |
7 Apr 2026 |
Late fee applies |
|
Very Late Entry |
8 Apr 2026 |
23 Apr 2026 |
Very late fee applies — final cut-off |
Functional Skills
On-demand and available all year round.
Please apply at least 3 weeks before your preferred exam date to secure a suitable time slot.
Autumn 2026 (Dates TBC)
JCQ typically releases Autumn series timetables in spring 2026.
Our expected internal deadlines will follow the same format:
- Standard Entry – late August 2026
- Late Entry – mid-September 2026
- Very Late Entry – early October 2026
Finalised dates will be published here once confirmed.
Registration Process
Begin Your Application – [Begin Your Application]
Complete our secure online application form to start the process.
Submit Your ID
Provide valid photographic ID (passport or driving licence) and proof of address.
Pay Exam Fees
Payment confirms your entry. Unpaid applications will not be processed.
Receive Confirmation
You’ll receive your Statement of Entry by email with confirmed exam dates and times.
Final Timetable
Issued around 8 weeks before exams begin. Candidate-specific timetables are emailed directly.
You must attend on the exact date and time stated.
Need Help Before You Apply?
If you’d like to speak with our Exams Officer before starting your application, please contact us at
exams@thetuitioncollege.co.uk