What percentage is each grade in A-Level Psychology?
Grade boundaries change every session, so percentages aren't fixed. Based on the Cambridge November 2025 boundaries for papers 11, 21, 31, 41, here's the percentage needed for each grade in Psychology (9990).
| Grade | Min mark | Min percentage |
|---|---|---|
| A* | 154/240 | 65% |
| A | 138/240 | 58% |
| B | 122/240 | 51% |
| C | 104/240 | 44% |
| D | 86/240 | 36% |
| E | 69/240 | 29% |
Papers 11, 21, 31, 41 · maximum mark 240 · November 2025.
FAQ
What percentage is an A* in A-Level Psychology?
In November 2025 (Papers 11, 21, 31, 41), an A* needed about 65% (154/240). Boundaries shift slightly each session.
What percentage is a pass (grade E) in A-Level Psychology?
A grade E — the minimum pass at A-Level — needed roughly 29% in November 2025. Anything below E is ungraded (U).
Are these A-Level Psychology percentages official?
They are derived from the official Cambridge grade threshold tables. Boundaries are set per session, so use these as a guide and confirm with your exam board.