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Graded Music Exams Dates & Fees
We want you to be as prepared as possible when it comes to entering for your graded music exam. On the page you will find our the exam periods and fees associated with your Rockschool or RSL Classical exam format.
Graded Music Exam Dates
See the dates below for face-to-face Graded Music Exams for all Rockschool and RSL Classical disciplines in the UK and Ireland. Music Production and Theory exams are conducted online and are not bound by any set exam periods.
| Term | Exam Dates | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| A 2026 | 16th February – 12th April 2026 | 9th February 2026 |
| B 2026 | 11th May – 31st July 2026 | 5th May 2026 |
| Summer Sessions | 1st – 31st August 2026 | 22nd June |
| C 2026 | 26th October – 19th December 2026 | 19th October 2026 |
Please note: dates are subject to change. Ensure you check back prior to entry to avoid entering for the incorrect exam period.
If you would like to book a private exam day in the UK or Ireland, please email business@rslawards.com
If you are based outside the UK, please click “Choose a country” to learn more and get in touch with our international partners…
Graded Music Exam Fees
Please find all graded music exam fees below. Simply select your chosen exam format, instrument / discipline and your location to see the relevant fees.
(Please note: Premiere level exams are Performance Certificate only)
| Exam grade | Price |
|---|---|
| Entry Level 3 (Debut) | £59.00 |
| Grade 1 | £65.00 |
| Grade 2 | £73.00 |
| Grade 3 | £85.00 |
| Grade 4 | £93.00 |
| Grade 5 | £102.00 |
| Grade 6 | £116.00 |
| Grade 7 | £125.00 |
| Grade 8 | £139.00 |
Please note:
In order to take an RSL Graded Music Exam it is mandatory to also purchase a Grade Book or have an active Student subscription for RiFF. Please visit the RSL Shop for book purchase options and prices. Information about RiFF subscription pricing is available here…
Various supplementary resources which are not mandatory but will help candidates prepare for the exam are also available for purchase via the RSL Shop.
Various supplementary resources for Music Theory and Music Production exams which are not mandatory but will help candidates prepare for the exam are available for purchase via the RSL Shop.
Fees are subject to change. E-Certificate is included. Printed certificate available for an additional fee.
| Level | Solo | Duo / Trio | Ensemble (Group of 4 and above) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Level 1 – Entry Level 3 | £21 | £19 | £11 |
| Level 1 | £26 | £23 | £16 |
| Level 2 | £32 | £29 | £21 |
| Level 3 | £37 | £34 | £26 |
Price listed is fee per candidate. For more information, please get in touch via info@rslawards.com
Music Production Graded Exams
| Exam Grade | Price |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | £56 |
| Grade 2 | £56 |
| Grade 3 | £56 |
| Grade 4 | £80 |
| Grade 5 | £80 |
| Grade 6 | £100 |
| Grade 7 | £100 |
| Grade 8 | £100 |
*E-certificate included. Printed certificate available for an additional £3.50 per exam (certificates are only issued for Pass, Merit or Distinction results).
Popular Music Theory Graded Exams
| Exam Grade | Price |
|---|---|
| Debut | £34 |
| Grade 1 | £39 |
| Grade 2 | £39 |
| Grade 3 | £39 |
| Grade 4 | £49 |
| Grade 5 | £49 |
| Grade 6 | £59 |
| Grade 7 | £59 |
| Grade 8 | £59 |
*E-certificate included. Printed certificate available for an additional £3.50 per exam (certificates are only issued for Pass, Merit or Distinction results).
Please see “other fees” below relating to UK Graded Music Exams.
Late Entry, Date Changes & Deferrals
| Service | Applicable When... | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Date Change | Changing exam date/time after appointment slip has been issued | £30 |
| Deferral | Deferring exam to future exam period | £30 |
Please see the UK Graded Exams Date Change & Deferral policy for circumstances where the fee can be waived.
In the event that your video submission cannot be marked or marking is impacted because guidelines have not been followed correctly, you will be charged 75% of the entry fee to make a resubmission.
Enquiries about Results / Appeals
| Service | Fee | Cap for Multiple Candidates | Refundable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remark | 50% of Exam Fee | £100 | If marks change by more than +/-5 or there is a change of assessment band |
| First Level Appeal | 60% of Exam Fee | £150 | If enquiry is upheld |
| Second Level Appeal | 75% of Exam Fee | £200 | If enquiry if upheld |
Replacement Certificate
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Replacement Certificate | £15 |
What type of certificate will I receive?
We issue certificates for all exams with a result of Pass, Merit or Distinction. Unfortunately, an Unclassified result does not lead to a certificate.
For all UK / Ireland graded exam entries, entrants choose the type of certificate:
- eCertificate: This is a secure digital certificate which will be emailed to the entrant. Further information: eCertificates
- Paper certificate: This is a printed certificate with security features. Choosing this option incurs a surcharge of £3.50 (Ireland: €4.00) per exam in addition to the exam fees and any late fees. The Paper certificate will be posted to the entrant’s address. When this option is chosen a digital eCertificate is also emailed to the entrant.
Both types of certificates feature a QR code which is also clickable from the eCertificate. This code can be used to validate the authenticity of the certificate via AuthentiQual.com
You can choose which certificate type you want when purchasing an exam entry.
Ready to take an exam?
Simply purchase your exam entry from our online shop before completing your exam details via your RSL Awards secure account.
