GCSE Resit Dates 2025

Introduction

If you're thinking about resitting your GCSEs, this post will walk you through the GCSE resit dates 2025 for different boards and subjects, plus alternatives you might consider if resits aren't for you.

When are the GCSE Resit Dates 2025?

GCSE resit dates 2025 are usually scheduled to be taken the same year as your initial exams (usually around November). This exam period is only used for GCSE resits in maths and English language, though, with other subjects being re-assessed the following summer in the usually May-June window. 

GCSE Maths resit dates 2025

Here’s a full schedule of GCSE maths resit dates 2025:

Edexcel GCSE Maths Resit Dates: 

• Paper 1: Morning of 6th November 2025 (Foundation & Higher)

• Paper 2: Morning of 7th November 2025 (Foundation & Higher)

• Paper 3: Morning of 10th November 2025 (Foundation & Higher)

AQA GCSE Maths Resit Dates (Provisional): 

• Paper 1: Morning of 5th November 2025 (Foundation & Higher)

• Paper 2: Morning of 7th November 2025 (Foundation & Higher)

• Paper 3: Morning of 10th November 2025 (Foundation & Higher)

OCR GCSE Maths Resit Dates: 

• Paper 1 (Calculator): Morning of 5th November 2025 (Foundation & Higher)

• Paper 2 (Non-Calculator): Morning of 7th November 2025 (Foundation & Higher)

• Paper 3 (Calculator): Morning of 10th November 2025 (Foundation & Higher)

WJEC/Eduqas GCSE Maths Resit Dates: 

• Unit 1 (Mathematics Numeracy - Wales): Morning of 4th November 2025 (Foundation, Intermediate & Higher)

• Component 1 (Mathematics - Eduqas - England): Morning of 5th November 2025 (Foundation & Higher)

• Unit 2 (Mathematics Numeracy - Wales): Morning of 6th November 2025 (Foundation, Intermediate & Higher)

• Component 2 (Mathematics - Eduqas - England): Morning of 7th November 2025 (Foundation & Higher)

• Unit 1 (Mathematics - Wales): Morning of 10th November 2025 (Foundation, Intermediate & Higher)

• Unit 2 (Mathematics - Wales): Morning of 12th November 2025 (Foundation, Intermediate & Higher)

WJEC/Eduqas are yet to release their summer 2026 exam schedule.

GCSE English Language resit dates 2025

Here’s a full schedule of GCSE English language resit dates 2025:

Edexcel GCSE English Language Resit Dates:

• Paper 1 (Fiction and Imaginative Writing): Morning of 4th November 2025

• Paper 2 (Non-Fiction and Transactional Writing): Morning of 6th November 2025

AQA GCSE English Language Resit Dates:

• Paper 1 (Explorations in Creative Reading and Writing): Morning of 4th November 2025

• Paper 2 (Writers’ Viewpoints and Perspectives): Morning of 6th November 2025

OCR GCSE English Language Resit Dates:

• Paper 1 (Communicating Information and Ideas): Morning of 4th November 2025

• Paper 2 (Exploring Effects and Impact): Morning of 6th November 2025

WJEC/Eduqas GCSE English Language Resit Dates:

• Unit 2 (English Language - Wales): Morning of 3rd November 2025

• Component 1 (English Language - Eduqas - England): Morning of 5th November 2025

• Unit 3 (English Language - Wales): Morning of 5th November 2025

• Component 2 (English Language - Eduqas - England): Morning of 7th November 2025

WJEC/Eduqas are yet to release their summer 2026 exam schedule.

GCSE Resit Dates 2025 for Other Subjects 

As mentioned before, GCSE resit dates 2025 are only in November for maths and English language. If you are looking to resit any other subjects, they will need to be sat with the regular cohort of students the following summer in the May-June exam period. 

GCSE English Literature Resit Dates 2026

Here’s a full schedule of GCSE English literature resit dates 2026:

Edexcel GCSE English Literature Resit Dates (Provisional):

• Paper 1 (Shakespeare and Post-1914 Literature): Morning of 11th May 2026

• Paper 2 (19th Century Novel & Poetry since 1789): Morning of 19th May 2026

AQA GCSE English Literature Resit Dates:

• Paper 1 (Shakespeare and the 19th century novel): Morning of 11th May 2026

• Paper 2 (Modern texts and poetry): Morning of 19th May 2026

OCR GCSE English Literature Resit Dates (Provisional):

• Paper 1 (Exploring modern and literary heritage texts): Morning of 11th May 2026

• Paper 2 (Exploring poetry and Shakespeare): Morning of 19th May 2026

WJEC/Eduqas are yet to release their summer 2026 exam schedule.

GCSE Science Resit Dates 2026

Here’s a full schedule of GCSE Science resit dates 2026:

Edexcel GCSE Science Resit Dates (Provisional):

• Biology Paper 1 (Combined and Separate): Afternoon of 12th May 2026

• Biology Paper 2 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 8th June 2026

• Chemistry Paper 1 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 18th May 2026

• Chemistry Paper 2 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 12th June 2026

• Physics Paper 1 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 2nd June 2026

• Physics Paper 2 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 15th June 2026

AQA GCSE Science Resit Dates:

• Biology Paper 1 (Combined and Separate): Afternoon of 12th May 2026

• Biology Paper 2 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 8th June 2026

• Chemistry Paper 1 (Combined and Separate): Afternoon of 14th May 2026

• Chemistry Paper 2 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 10th June 2026

• Physics Paper 1 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 20th May 2026

• Physics Paper 2 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 15th June 2026

OCR GCSE Science Resit Dates (Provisional):

• Biology Paper 1 (Combined and Separate): Afternoon of 12th May 2026

• Biology Paper 2 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 8th June 2026

• Chemistry Paper 1 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 18th May 2026

• Chemistry Paper 2 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 12th June 2026

• Physics Paper 1 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 2nd June 2026

• Physics Paper 2 (Combined and Separate): Morning of 15th June 2026

WJEC/Eduqas are yet to release their summer 2026 exam schedule.

What If You Do Not Resit GCSEs

There are practical alternatives to GCSE resits, particularly for English and Maths. Here we break down two of the most widely accepted GCSE equivalents.

Functional Skills (Level 2)

Functional Skills Level 2 is widely recognised as equivalent to a GCSE Grade 4 (previously Grade C) in English and Maths. Providers such as Pass Functional Skills allow you to book exams at a wide range of times throughout the week, take them online with remote invigilation, and in some cases complete the process within a few weeks.

This option is ideal if you have a busy schedule or need a more flexible approach. It is accepted by many employers, training providers, and universities.

GCSE Equivalency Tests 

A Star Equivalency offers GCSE equivalency tests in Maths, English, Science, and Biology that meet the same standards as traditional GCSEs. These are recognised for teaching and university applications, and can be taken online or in person at various times throughout the year.

The service includes structured preparation, past papers, AI-marked feedback, and regular exam slots, making it a good choice if you are looking for a quicker and more convenient route.

How to Choose the Best Option

If you want to resit GCSEs, autumn 2025 is available for English GCSE resits and GCSE maths resits only. For all other subjects, you will need to wait until summer 2026.

If waiting is not suitable, or your focus is on English or Maths, Functional Skills Level 2 is a flexible and widely accepted alternative.

If you require the specific GCSE qualification for work or training purposes, GCSE equivalency tests, such as those offered by A Star Equivalency, can be a faster option.

Final Thoughts

Whether you are preparing for the GCSE resit dates 2025 or choosing alternatives such as Functional Skills Level 2 or GCSE equivalency tests, there is a pathway that can suit your needs. Plan your revision early, make sure you know the entry deadlines, and choose the option that works best for you.