T-Level UCAS Points Calculator

Quick answer: A T-Level is worth up to 168 UCAS points. Distinction* = 168, Distinction = 144, Merit = 120, and Pass = 96 (core A*–C) or 72 (core D–E). This calculator turns your T-Level grade into its exact 2026 Tariff points in seconds.

Calculate your T-Level UCAS points

Use the calculator above to get your number straight away. Pick your overall grade from the dropdown — Distinction*, Distinction, Merit or Pass — and your points appear instantly, with a plain-English line so you know what they mean. If you select Pass, a second step appears asking for your core grade, because a Pass is worth 96 points (core A*–C) or 72 points (core D–E). Want to combine this with other qualifications? You can calculate other qualifications on the hub or add other quals to this total.

How to use this T-Level calculator

It takes three quick steps to get a clear, reliable number.

1. Pick your overall grade. Choose Distinction*, Distinction, Merit or Pass from the dropdown.
2. If you got a Pass, choose your core grade. Select A*–C or D–E so we can give you the right points (96 or 72).
3. Read your points and your next step. Your total appears with a short line telling you what it matches at A-level.

Results not out yet? That is fine — enter your predicted grades so you can plan early and adjust once your real result lands.

T-Level UCAS points table (2026 values)

Here are the current Tariff values for a whole T-Level. These figures have not changed since T-Levels joined the UCAS Tariff, so what you see below is exactly what universities use in 2026. Notice the Pass row splits in two — this is the detail many calculators get wrong, so it is worth checking your core grade carefully.

For the complete breakdown, including how the core and occupational specialism feed into your overall grade, see the full T-Level points reference.

Worked example: a Distinction T-Level

Maya finishes the Digital Production, Design and Development T-Level with a Distinction. When she selects Distinction in the calculator, she sees 144 UCAS points — exactly the same as AAA at A-level. That single result puts her firmly in a strong band:

• It lands her in the 144 UCAS points courses range.
• It opens up courses that ask for AAA, because the points are identical.
• It gives her room to apply confidently to selective programmes that use the Tariff.

So from one grade, Maya knows her number, knows what it matches, and knows roughly what it unlocks — all before results day stress sets in.

Why a T-Level is worth so much

A T-Level is a full, two-year qualification that is sized like three A-levels, which is why the points reach as high as 168. A Distinction* (168) matches A*A*A*, a Distinction (144) matches AAA, and a Merit (120) matches BBB. The grade you receive already blends your core component (the knowledge and theory) with your occupational specialism (the hands-on, work-related skills), so the Tariff points reflect the whole qualification — you do not need to add anything for the placement or specialism separately. If you want to see the mechanics behind the figures, our guides on how UCAS points are calculated and what UCAS points are walk through it clearly.

Do all universities accept T-Level UCAS points?

Here is the honest picture. Many universities accept T-Levels and use the UCAS Tariff, so your points count just like A-level points on plenty of courses. But it is not universal: some courses (and some selective universities) ask for specific grades or named subjects rather than a points total, and a small number of providers are still finalising their T-Level entry routes. That is normal for a newer qualification — it does not mean your T-Level is worth less, it just means the requirements vary by course. The safest move is to check each course page directly before you apply, and to email admissions if anything is unclear. Our guide to whether all universities use UCAS points explains why, and T-Levels explained covers how admissions teams view the qualification.

What can you study with your T-Level points?

Once you know your number, the next question is what it unlocks. T-Levels land in the same bands as A-levels, so the common totals to aim at are 96, 120, 144 and 168 points. A couple of quick examples:

• With 120 points (a Merit), you are in range for many courses that ask for BBB, including a wide spread of degrees in business, computing and the creative industries.
• With 168 points (a Distinction*), you sit at the very top of the Tariff, matching A*A*A* and opening highly competitive courses that use points.

To turn your total into a course list, try our reverse tool — see courses in range — and to sense-check the level you need for a specific subject, read how many points you need.

See what your T-Level points can study

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Plan your next step after results day

If your grade is not quite what you hoped for, that is genuinely not the end of the road. Results day is stressful, but the Tariff is only one part of the picture, and there are clear routes forward. Clearing matches thousands of students to great courses every year, and plenty of universities welcome T-Level applicants through it. Take a breath, look at your real number, and work from there. Our results day 2026 guide walks you through the day calmly, and if your points fall short there are practical options in what to do if you do not have enough points.

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T-Level UCAS points: FAQs

How many UCAS points is a T-Level worth?

A T-Level is worth up to 168 UCAS points. A Distinction* = 168, Distinction = 144, Merit = 120, and a Pass = 96 (core grade A*–C) or 72 (core grade D–E). That makes one T-Level equal to three A-levels for Tariff points.

How many UCAS points is a T-Level Distinction?

A T-Level Distinction is worth exactly 144 UCAS points — the same as AAA at A-level. A Distinction* sits one band higher at 168 points, matching A*A*A*.

How many UCAS points is a T-Level Pass?

A T-Level Pass is worth 96 UCAS points if your core component was graded A*–C, or 72 points if your core was graded D–E. That is why this calculator asks for your core grade when you select Pass.

Is a T-Level the same as three A-levels for UCAS points?

Yes — for Tariff points a T-Level is sized like three A-levels. A Distinction* (168) matches A*A*A*, a Distinction (144) matches AAA, and a Merit (120) matches BBB.

Do universities accept T-Levels for UCAS points?

Many universities accept T-Levels and use the UCAS Tariff, but some courses ask for specific grades or related subjects, and a few are still confirming T-Level entry routes. Always check the exact course page before you apply.

Can I add my T-Level points to other qualifications?

Yes, if they are separate Level 3 qualifications. You cannot double-count the same subject, but extras like an EPQ can be added. Use the mixed qualifications calculator to combine everything into one total.