UCAT 2026 Test Dates
Registration and booking for the 2026 UCAT will open in May 2026.
Top tip: Note down the key dates and/or set reminders to ensure you don't miss any important dates-we are unable to make exceptions to our deadlines.
It is your responsibility to book and sit your test within the testing window. For advice on when to book, see our booking page.
The UCAT Essentials page will guide you through all the important steps in completing your UCAT journey.
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12 May 2026 (09.30 UK Time) |
UCAT Registration opens Bursary and Access Arrangement applications open |
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23 June 2026 (06:00 UK Time) |
Booking opens |
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13 July 2026 |
Testing starts |
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10 September 2026 (15:00 UK Time) |
Access Arrangement application deadline |
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16 September 2026 (15:00 UK Time) |
Booking deadline UCAT Registration closes |
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24 September 2026 |
Last test day |
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September 2026 (Exact date TBC) |
Bursary Scheme application deadline |
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15 October 2026 |
UCAS deadline |
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Early November |
Results delivered to universities |
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Registration and Booking
Registration for the UCAT 2026 opens in May 2026. Booking will open in June 2026. Key dates and deadlines will be published on the UCAT Test Dates page. It is your responsibility to register for the UCAT, meeting all the relevant deadlin...
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