What percentage is each grade in IGCSE Business Studies (9-1)?
Grade boundaries change every session, so percentages aren't fixed. Based on the Cambridge November 2025 boundaries for option mark after, here's the percentage needed for each grade in Business Studies (9-1) (0986).
| Grade | Min mark | Min percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | 9/9 | 100% |
| 8 | 8/9 | 89% |
| 7 | 7/9 | 78% |
| 6 | 6/9 | 67% |
| 5 | 5/9 | 56% |
| 4 | 4/9 | 45% |
| 3 | 3/9 | 34% |
| 2 | 2/9 | 23% |
| 1 | 1/9 | 12% |
Option mark after · maximum mark 9 · November 2025.
FAQ
What percentage is a 9 in IGCSE Business Studies (9-1)?
In November 2025 (Option mark after), a 9 needed about 100% (9/9). Boundaries shift slightly each session.
What percentage is a pass (4) in IGCSE Business Studies (9-1)?
A grade 4 needed roughly 45% in November 2025. Grade 4 / C is generally treated as a standard pass.
Are these IGCSE Business Studies (9-1) 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.