Last Updated on 21 March 2026 by Victoria Williams
ABRSM Music Theory Exams
Grades 1-5
ABRSM grades 1-5 music theory exams are held all year round and are delivered online. After booking, you have 28 days to take the exam, from the comfort of your own home.
Grades 6-8
ABRSM grades 6-8 are paper-based exams taken in person at the exam centre. The number of examination sessions per year various from country to country. In the UK there are normally three sessions per year. Booking closes around 6 weeks before the exam date.
Visit www.abrsm.org to book your exam.
ABRSM Music Theory Dates and Fees
Fees correct as of 7th January 2026
| Exam | Fee (UK) | Spring 2026 Date | Summer 2026 Date | Autumn 2026 Date |
| ABRSM Grade 1 Music Theory | £43 | on demand | on demand | on demand |
| ABRSM Grade 2 Music Theory | £46 | on demand | on demand | on demand |
| ABRSM Grade 3 Music Theory | £50 | on demand | on demand | on demand |
| ABRSM Grade 4 Music Theory | £55 | on demand | on demand | on demand |
| ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory | £60 | on demand | on demand | on demand |
| ABRSM Grade 6 Music Theory | £65 | 12th March 2026 | 13th June 2026 | 10th November 2026 |
| ABRSM Grade 7 Music Theory | £68 | 12th March 2026 | 13th June 2026 | 10th November 2026 |
| ABRSM Grade 8 Music Theory | £71 | 12th March 2026 | 13th June 2026 | 10th November 2026 |
Trinity Music Theory Exams
All Trinity music theory graded exams can only be taken online. Trinity music theory diplomas are currently only available as in person exams.
Visit https://www.trinitycollege.com/book-exam to book your exam.
Trinity Music Theory Dates and Fees
All Trinity music theory exams are now only available online and can be booked throughout the year.
Fees correct as of 7th January 2026
