OCR GCSE Physics A: Gateway grade boundaries
Specification J249
June 2026 qualification boundaries
Choose the tier or entry option printed on your exam entry. Each total applies to that option.
Foundation tierJune 2026 · 180 marks in total · 5: 123 · 4: 108 · 3: 80
| Grade | Marks | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 123 | 68.3% |
| 4 | 108 | 60.0% |
| 3 | 80 | 44.4% |
| 2 | 53 | 29.4% |
| 1 | 26 | 14.4% |
Official source for June 2026 ↗ · Use the Foundation tier calculator
Higher tierJune 2026 · 180 marks in total · 9: 152 · 8: 141 · 7: 131
| Grade | Marks | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | 152 | 84.4% |
| 8 | 141 | 78.3% |
| 7 | 131 | 72.8% |
| 6 | 114 | 63.3% |
| 5 | 97 | 53.9% |
| 4 | 80 | 44.4% |
| 3 | 71 | 39.4% |
Official source for June 2026 ↗ · Use the Higher tier calculator
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The boundaries and assessment structure depend on that choice. No tier has been selected for you.