Results Helpline 2026 is now open
- Call the Results Helpline on 0808 100 8000
- Or call Contact Scotland if you're a British Sign Language user
Got your results and wondering what to do next? Perhaps you didn't get the grades you wanted or maybe they were better than you expected. You might be thinking through a few options.
Our friendly expert advisers on the Results Helpline are here to support you. You might have lots of different questions or just want to chat about how you’re feeling – and that’s OK.
The 2026 Results Helpline opening hours are:
- Tuesday 4 and Wednesday 5 August – 8am to 8pm
- Thursday 6 and Friday 7 August – 9am to 5pm
Our Results Helpline
When you call the helpline, our careers advisers can help with:
- course vacancies at colleges and universities
- UCAS Confirmation and Clearing
- Foundation, Modern and Graduate Apprenticeships
- jobs, volunteering, training
- staying on at school
Rather speak to someone face-to-face?
We deliver advice and guidance services from SDS centres and community venues in every local authority area across Scotland. Find out where to meet us near you to make an appointment.
Got any questions?
We’ve got the answers to the most popular questions about your Qualifications Scotland results (Qualifications Scotland is the new name for SQA).
From grades and appeals, to your place at college or university, we've got lots of useful information for you.
Read frequently asked questions about results
What's next after your results?
Use these links to find out more about your certificate, appeals and more.
Results Help advice for parents and carers
Get information and advice on how to help your young person when they get their Qualifications Scotland results.
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Mental health and wellbeing support
If you're not ready to make decisions, or you're feeling overwhelmed or worried, that's OK. We have support and resources for your wellbeing that you can access any time.
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