IB Result Day 2025: Everything You Need to Know
Published: May 27 2025 | Author: NUM8ERS Team, IB Mathematics Teacher & University-Admissions Mentor
1. Why IB Result Day Matters
After two demanding years of coursework, Internal Assessments and final exams, IB Result Day is when Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) students finally see those efforts converted into points. Scores can shape university offers, scholarships and, of course, personal pride.
2. Key Dates & Times
| Event | Date & Time (GMT) | Who Gets Access? |
|---|---|---|
| Results released to schools (IBIS) | Sat 5 Jul 2025, 12:00 GMT | Coordinators & universities |
| Student access via candidate portal | Sun 6 Jul 2025, 12:00 GMT | All May 2025 candidates |
| November-session reference | 3 Jan 2026 | Nov 2025 exam takers |
💡 Tip: Convert
12:00 GMT to your local time—e.g., 16:00 in Dubai, 08:00 in New York, 13:00 in London—so you’re online the moment results drop.3. How to Check Your IB Results
- Gather your login details. Your coordinator provides a candidate number and personal code.
- Visit
https://candidates.ibo.org. - Enter credentials exactly—watch out for extra spaces.
- Download a PDF copy for safekeeping.
Forgot details? Contact your IB coordinator; the IB cannot reset credentials directly for students.
4. Understanding the Score Report
| Section | What You’ll See | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Subject grades (1–7) | Final grade for each HL & SL course | Universities often require minimum subject grades. |
| Core points (EE + TOK) | 0–3 additional points | Can be the difference between a 38 and 40. |
| Total /45 | Sum of subject + core points | 24+ (with all conditions met) = Diploma awarded. |
| Component grades | IA, exam papers, moderated tasks | Guides decisions on remark requests. |
5. Grade Boundaries & Scaling
The IB sets boundaries after marking to ensure fairness. For May 2025, expect small shifts (±2 marks) versus 2024. Coordinators receive detailed tables on Result Day—ask if you’d like to see them.
6. What If Your Score Isn’t What You Expected?
| Option | Deadline | Cost (indicative) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enquiry Upon Results (remark) | 15 Sep 2025 | ≈ USD 125 / subject | Fee refunded if grade changes. |
| IA re-moderation | 15 Sep 2025 | Varies | Useful if IA mark seems off. |
| Retake subjects | Register by 29 Jul 2025 | Exam fees + tuition | Universities may defer offers. |
| Meet with coordinator & counselor | ASAP | Free | Plan appeals or alternative paths. |
Pro-tip: Statistics show only ~18 % of remarks raise a grade. Focus on subjects within 1–2 marks of a boundary.
7. Impact on University Offers
- Automatic updates: Linked universities receive results on 5 July via IBIS.
- Conditional offers: UK/CA universities confirm within 24–48 h; US colleges may take longer.
- Clearing/Adjustment: UK Clearing opens 5 July—weeks before A-Level results.
8. Celebrating Success – Safely
- Check first, post later. Hide personal data before sharing screenshots.
- Thank your teachers. A short email makes a big impact.
- Plan next steps. Scholarships, visas, accommodation—start early.
9. Timeline After Result Day
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 6 Jul 2025 | Students access results; many scholarship portals open. |
| Mid-July 2025 | Schools receive component marks reports. |
| 29 Jul 2025 | Deadline to register for November retakes. |
| 15 Sep 2025 | Final date for remark requests. |
| Oct 2025 | Earliest retake predicted grades due. |
10. Final Advice
Whether you earn a 45 or just scrape a pass, your IB journey has equipped you with research, time-management and critical-thinking skills coveted by universities and employers. Celebrate, support your peers and stride confidently into the next chapter.
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Can I access results earlier with a VPN?
No. The candidate site unlocks worldwide exactly at 12:00 GMT, regardless of IP address.
Are predicted grades visible on the transcript?
No. Only final grades and core points appear on official transcripts.
How do I send results to extra universities?
Ask your coordinator to submit a “Request for Results” via IBIS; the first six are free if requested before 31 Aug 2025.
Will grade inflation return to pre-2023 levels?
The IB aims for appropriate, stable standards—expect distributions similar to May 2024.
What constitutes a Diploma pass?
24 points minimum, no grade 1, max two grade 2s at SL, and at least 12 points across HL subjects.
How do I check my IB results?
Go to
https://candidates.ibo.org on or after the official release time, then enter your candidate number and personal code exactly as provided by your coordinator.How to access IB results?
The only official way is through the IB candidate portal. Use the credentials issued by your school; the IB does not send results by email.
Where can I see my IB results?
Log in to the candidate portal. Schools and universities see results in IBIS; students see them in the candidate portal.
When do IB results come out?
For the May session, results are released to schools on 5 July at 12:00 GMT and to students on 6 July at 12:00 GMT.
When do IB results come out 2025?
The May 2025 results follow the usual pattern—5 July 2025 (schools) and 6 July 2025 (students) at 12:00 GMT.
What time do IB results come out?
Exactly 12:00 GMT. Convert this to your local time (e.g., 08:00 New York, 13:00 London, 16:00 Dubai).
When do November IB results come out?
For the November session, results are released to schools on 2 January and to students on 3 January at 12:00 GMT.
When do IB coordinators get results?
Coordinators see results 24 hours before students—5 July 12:00 GMT for May, 2 January 12:00 GMT for November.
How do I send my IB results to universities?
Ask your coordinator to add the universities in IBIS before 31 August; the first six are free. Additional requests incur a fee.
How do I send IB results to UCAS?
Add your UCAS institution code in IBIS or ask your coordinator to do so. UCAS automatically imports the results on release day.
When do universities receive IB results?
Universities connected via IBIS receive them at the same time as coordinators—12:00 GMT on 5 July (May session).
How to appeal IB results?
Submit an Enquiry Upon Results (EUR) through your coordinator by 15 September. Fees are refunded if the grade changes.
How to get an IB result moderated?
Request a Category 2 remark (IA re-moderation) via EUR before the same 15 September deadline.
What do IB results look like?
The PDF shows subject grades (1–7), EE + TOK core points (0–3), total out of 45, and component grades for each paper/IA.
How to read IB results?
Add your six subject grades to your core points to get the total. 24 points plus all mandatory conditions = Diploma awarded.
How long are IB results valid for?
They do not expire. Universities typically accept results for admission decisions made within a few years of graduation.
Can I access my IB results early?
No. The portal unlocks worldwide simultaneously; VPNs or other tricks will not provide earlier access.
Are IB results released early?
Early release is only for coordinators (24 hours earlier). Students cannot legally access them before the stated time.
How can I view old IB results?
Contact the IB via rrs.ibo.org to request transcripts from previous sessions (fee applies).
How to interpret “results unavailable” on my transcript?
“Unavailable” usually means the grade is under review (e.g., for academic honesty checks) and will be updated once the investigation ends.
How many universities can receive IB results through IBIS?
Up to six institutions are free if added by 31 August; additional destinations cost CHF 17 each.
What is IB Results Day 2025?
It’s the official release milestone on 6 July 2025 12:00 GMT when May 2025 candidates can log in to see their grades.
What day do May 2025 IB results come out?
Sunday, 6 July 2025 for students; Saturday, 5 July 2025 for coordinators.
