We wish the Class of 2026 the very best of luck as you prepare to receive your results on Friday, 21 August.

We know that it will be a significant day for you and your families, and we hope that you are happy with the results you receive after all your hard work. Whatever Friday brings, be proud of how far you have come and remember that your results are just one part of your journey. There are many different routes to where you want to go.

CareersPortal has put together an excellent step-by-step guide to Leaving Certificate results and what happens next. It brings together the key information and dates that students and parents may need over the coming weeks, and we would encourage you to keep it handy.

Your Step-by-Step Guide to the Leaving Certificate 2026 Results

If you are delighted on Friday, enjoy it and celebrate it. If things don't go quite as you hoped, take time to reflect. We are available to parents and students who would like to discuss option with us. There are always options and people available to help you look at what comes next.

Most of all, we hope you enjoy the moment and take pride in everything you have achieved.

Note: Following the release of Leaving Certificate results, the Department of Education and Youth, in partnership with the Institute of Guidance Counsellors (IGC), National Parents Council (NPC) and Irish Second-level Students Union (ISSU), will provide a free National Parents and Students Leaving Certificate Helpline.

Helpline Details

Freephone: 1800 265 165 , Text: 086 180 0685. The helpline will open on Leaving Certificate Results Day (21 August 2026) and remain available until 2pm on Saturday the 29 August 2026.