IGCSE Maths Grade Boundaries
Check IGCSE maths grade boundaries for Edexcel 4MA1 and Cambridge 0580, and work out the marks you need for each grade.
Grade boundaries are the minimum marks needed to reach each grade in an IGCSE Maths exam, such as Edexcel 4MA1 or Cambridge 0580. Exam boards set them after every session to reflect how hard that paper was, so the mark needed for a grade 9 changes each time. Use the table and calculator below to see how marks map to grades and how close you are to the next grade up.
IGCSE maths grade boundaries are the minimum marks needed for each grade. The two main boards use different scales: Edexcel 4MA1 uses grades 9 to 1, while Cambridge 0580 uses grades A* to G. Each board sets its own boundaries after every exam series, and they shift slightly each session. Use the tool below to check the exact marks for your board, tier and session, or read the full tables further down.
Looking for GCSE Maths instead? Check GCSE Maths grade boundaries.
IGCSE Maths Boundaries Table
Choose an exam board, tier and session to see the mark needed for each grade.
| Grade | Mark needed | Out of |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | 166 | 200 |
| 8 | 136 | 200 |
| 7 | 107 | 200 |
| 6 | 86 | 200 |
| 5 | 65 | 200 |
| 4 | 45 | 200 |
| 3 | 35 | 200 |
Maximum mark: 200. Official source: Edexcel 4MA1 November 2025 grade boundaries.
Boundaries change every exam session. 2026 summer boundaries are released on results day in August 2026.
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These figures are a revision guide only. Grade boundaries change every session, so always confirm against the official source for your exact paper.
Full IGCSE maths grade boundary tables (all boards and sessions)
The tables below list every published IGCSE maths grade boundary we hold for Edexcel 4MA1 and Cambridge 0580, across all tiers.
Edexcel IGCSE Maths grade boundaries (4MA1)
| Grade | June 2024 | June 2025 | November 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 163 | 172 | 166 |
| 8 | 135 | 144 | 136 |
| 7 | 107 | 117 | 107 |
| 6 | 84 | 92 | 86 |
| 5 | 61 | 68 | 65 |
| 4 | 38 | 44 | 45 |
| 3 | 25 | 32 | 35 |
Sources: June 2024: official Edexcel 4MA1 grade boundaries; June 2025: official Edexcel 4MA1 grade boundaries; November 2025: official Edexcel 4MA1 grade boundaries.
| Grade | June 2024 | June 2025 | November 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 146 | 150 | 151 |
| 4 | 121 | 128 | 127 |
| 3 | 88 | 94 | 95 |
| 2 | 55 | 60 | 63 |
| 1 | 22 | 26 | 31 |
Sources: June 2024: official Edexcel 4MA1 grade boundaries; June 2025: official Edexcel 4MA1 grade boundaries; November 2025: official Edexcel 4MA1 grade boundaries.
Cambridge IGCSE Maths grade boundaries (0580)
| Grade | June 2024 | June 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| A* | 175 | 176 |
| A | 150 | 152 |
| B | 117 | 119 |
| C | 85 | 86 |
| D | 66 | 68 |
| E | 48 | 51 |
Sources: June 2024: official Cambridge 0580 grade boundaries; June 2025: official Cambridge 0580 grade boundaries.
| Grade | June 2024 | June 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| C | 89 | 86 |
| D | 72 | 68 |
| E | 55 | 51 |
| F | 38 | 34 |
| G | 21 | 17 |
Sources: June 2024: official Cambridge 0580 grade boundaries; June 2025: official Cambridge 0580 grade boundaries.
Cambridge 0580 grade boundaries vary by paper variant. The values shown are representative (Extended option BY and Core option AY).
What grade boundaries mean in IGCSE maths
Grade boundaries are the minimum marks needed for each grade. Boards set them after every exam series once papers are marked, based on how hard the papers were. This keeps a grade meaning the same standard each session. Edexcel and Cambridge use different grade scales, so their boundaries are separate. For a fuller explanation of how boards decide these thresholds, see our guide to GCSE maths grade boundaries explained.
How many marks do you need for each grade in Edexcel IGCSE maths (4MA1)?
The exact mark changes by tier and session. The figures below are from the most recent series we hold. Use the tool above for any tier or session. If 4MA1 is your board, see our Edexcel IGCSE maths (4MA1) tutoring.
Grade 9 (Edexcel 4MA1)
In the latest series, a grade 9 on Edexcel 4MA1 Higher tier needed 166 out of 200. Grade 9 is the highest grade.
Grade 7 (Edexcel 4MA1)
In the latest series a grade 7 needed 107 out of 200 on Higher tier.
Grade 5 (Edexcel 4MA1)
In the latest series a grade 5 needed 65 out of 200 on Higher tier.
Grade 4 (Edexcel 4MA1, standard pass)
A grade 4 is a standard pass. In the latest series it needed 127 out of 200 on Foundation tier.
How many marks do you need for each grade in Cambridge IGCSE maths (0580)?
Cambridge 0580 uses grades A* to G. The marks change by tier (Core or Extended) and session. The figures below are from the most recent series we hold. If you are aiming for the top grades, our guide to the hardest GCSE maths topics shows where the marks are won and lost.
Grade A* (Cambridge 0580)
In the latest series, an A* on Cambridge 0580 Extended tier needed 176 out of 200. A* is the highest grade.
Grade A (Cambridge 0580)
In the latest series a grade A needed 152 out of 200 on Extended tier.
Grade C (Cambridge 0580)
In the latest series a grade C needed 86 out of 200 on Extended tier.
On the Core tier, which covers grades C to G and is marked out of a lower total, a grade C in the latest series needed 86 out of 160.
Edexcel tiers and Cambridge tiers explained
Edexcel 4MA1 has two tiers: Foundation covers grades 5 to 1 and Higher covers grades 9 to 3. The same grade needs a different number of marks on each tier. Cambridge 0580 also has two tiers: Core covers grades G to C and Extended covers grades E to A*. The Core papers are marked out of a lower total than Extended. Students sit one tier, chosen by their school based on target grade. To see how the papers, timing and marks are structured, read our guide to the GCSE maths exam structure. The topics themselves are largely shared across boards; see the full GCSE maths topics list, which overlaps closely with IGCSE. For the board-by-board breakdown, see our IGCSE maths topics list for Edexcel 4MA1 and Cambridge 0580.
Why do IGCSE maths grade boundaries change every session?
Boundaries are set after each exam series, not before. If a paper is harder than usual, the boundaries are lowered so students are not penalised, and if it is easier they rise. This is why a previous session's marks are only a guide. Edexcel also runs a November series as well as June, and each series has its own boundaries.
When are IGCSE maths grade boundaries released?
Each board publishes its final grade boundaries on results day for that exam series. This page is updated with each new series once the official figures are out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are grade boundaries in IGCSE Maths?
Grade boundaries are the minimum marks you need to reach each grade in an exam. For example, the mark required for a grade 9 is set for every paper and every session. The exam board decides these thresholds after the papers have been marked.
What mark do I need for a grade 9 in Edexcel IGCSE Maths (4MA1)?
The mark needed for a grade 9 in Edexcel IGCSE Maths (4MA1) is set by Pearson after each exam series, so it changes from one session to the next and there is no single fixed mark. Use the table above to see the grade 9 mark for each session listed, and always confirm the exact figure for your session from the official source.
Does Cambridge IGCSE Maths (0580) use 9 to 1 or A* to G?
Cambridge IGCSE Maths (0580) is graded A* to G, not the 9 to 1 scale used by UK GCSE and by Edexcel International GCSE (4MA1). Extended tier targets grades A* to E, and Core tier targets grades C to G.
Do Edexcel IGCSE Maths grade boundaries change each session?
Yes. Pearson sets 4MA1 boundaries after each exam series based on how demanding the papers were, so the mark for each grade shifts between the June and November sessions and from year to year. Treat past boundaries as a revision guide, not a guaranteed threshold.
Do IGCSE Maths grade boundaries change every year?
Yes. Boundaries are set after each exam session based on how demanding that paper was, so the mark needed for a given grade shifts slightly from one session to the next. Past boundaries are a useful revision target, but never a guaranteed threshold.
Where can I find official IGCSE Maths grade boundaries?
Official boundaries are published by the exam boards on results day. Pearson publishes Edexcel IGCSE Maths (4MA1) boundaries and Cambridge publishes IGCSE Maths (0580) boundaries on their websites. Always confirm against the official source for your exact paper and session.
How many marks do you need to pass Edexcel IGCSE maths (4MA1)?
A grade 4 is a standard pass. The exact mark changes each session, so check the tables above for the latest figures.
Are Edexcel and Cambridge IGCSE maths grade boundaries the same?
No. They are different boards with different grade scales, so their boundaries are set separately. Edexcel 4MA1 uses grades 9 to 1 and Cambridge 0580 uses A* to G.
When are IGCSE maths grade boundaries published?
On results day for each exam series, when the board releases results.
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