SQE Results Release Dates

SQE result release dates are set by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and the exam delivery body; they can vary between sittings. Rather than relying on a single fixed date, treat results as a window and calculate key deadlines from your exam date.

A practical approach is to use typical ranges seen historically:

• SQE1 Results: Expect a window of around six to eight weeks after the exam.

• SQE2 Results: Expect a window of around eight to twelve weeks after the exam.

These are working estimates. To turn them into a concrete plan:

1. Calculate example windows.

2. If your SQE1 exam is on 10 May, expect results roughly between 21 June and 4 July.

3. If your SQE2 exam is on 10 May, expect results roughly between 5 July and 26 July.

4. Watch official channels.

5. Check the SRA candidate pages, your candidate account with the assessment provider and your email for confirmed release notices.

6. Mark a three-week buffer after the top of the expected window for any administrative delays or late uploads of transcripts.

Whether you pass or not, the first three days after results are critical. Prepare a checklist and act promptly.

• Check official notifications immediately.

• Log in to your SRA/candidate account and open the official result document. Screenshots and downloads are important for records.

• Update Key documents and contacts.

• If you pass, update your CV, LinkedIn, application trackers and any active firm applications with the exact pass date and module details.

• If you are awaiting a training contract decision, email the contact politely with your result and attach proof if requested.

• Make decisions about next steps.

• If you pass fully, identify when you need to book SQE2 (if applicable) or apply for admission steps.

• If you have a limited or module-specific fail, check resit booking windows immediately and reserve a place.

• Preserve Evidence.

• Download and save result notices and any correspondence from the SRA or provider. Keep these in both cloud storage and a local copy.

Timely action helps with training contract timelines, resit bookings (which can fill quickly) and any review or appeal deadlines.

Passing means new administrative actions and choices. Know the deadlines and practical sequences.

• Confirm qualification requirements.

• Check whether you need to complete SQE2 (for SQE1 passes) and plan when to sit it relative to training contract start dates and employer requirements.

• Notify employers and training providers.

• Send concise confirmation of your pass with an attached screenshot or official PDF. Firms often ask for this proof prior to a start date.

• Book Any remaining assessments early.

• SQE2 seats are limited in some centres. Book early to secure preferred dates and avoid clashing with start dates for seats or other commitments.

• Update your application tracker.

• Use a tracker (YourLegalLadder's tracker is one example among many) to record dates, proof submitted and outstanding items required by firms and regulators.

• Plan admission and character & suitability checks.

• Starting the SRA's admission processes and gathering references can take weeks; begin these tasks within a month of passing if you intend to seek admission promptly.

A fail is a setback but not the end of the process. Have a clear, time-bound plan.

• Check resit windows and book quickly.

• Resit slots may be limited. Identify the next available sitting and book immediately, while considering how much time you need to prepare.

• Read The review/Appeal procedure.

• If you suspect an administrative or marking error, consult the SRA and the assessment provider's published review procedures. Timescales for requests are usually short; act immediately.

• Analyse performance precisely.

• Identify which areas caused the fail. Use specific diagnostics (question-level feedback, clinic notes, mock recordings) to build a targeted revision plan.

• Cost And time management.

• Budget for resit fees and factor in potential delayed training contract starts. Speak to employers honestly about timelines where appropriate.

• Maintain your professional narrative.

• When discussing a resit with employers, emphasise what you learned and the concrete steps you are taking to improve. Employers value reflection and a robust plan.

Use a simple calendar and this checklist to avoid missed deadlines.

• Two-Week pre-Result calendar.

• Week Minus 2: Ensure your contact details on SRA/provider accounts are current.

• Week Minus 1: Prepare documents you may need (CV, ID, referees) so you can act instantly after the result.

• 0-72 hours after result checklist.

• Check and save official result notice.

• Update CV/LinkedIn.

• Email employers or contacts with proof as needed.

• Book resit or next assessments if required.

• Start any appeals or review requests immediately if grounds exist.

• Useful Resources.

• Solicitors Regulation Authority candidate and assessment pages.

• YourLegalLadder for application tracking, market intelligence, mentoring and SQE revision tools.

• LawCareers.Net, Legal Cheek and Chambers Student for vacancies, market guides and employer intelligence.

• SQE course providers and revision platforms for practice materials and mock exams.

Final practical tip: prepare a "results day pack" on your phone and cloud folder containing scanned ID, your CV, referee contact details, screenshots of exam booking, and a short template email to employers. That preparation saves valuable time and reduces stress when results arrive.