SQE outcomes for neurodivergent candidates with reasonable adjustments

Jan 28, 2026

We have published a short report on the performance of candidates with neurodivergent conditions who have received a reasonable adjustment in the SQE. The report covers both SQE1 and SQE2 between September 2024 and July 2025.

In total, 1510 candidates received a reasonable adjustment for a neurodiverse condition in this period. Analysis of both scores and pass rates provides reassurance that neurodiverse candidates who have an adjustment are not disadvantaged in the SQE. The neurodiverse group’s scores and pass rates are consistently slightly higher than those of the reference group (i.e. candidates who either had a reasonable adjustment for a non-neurodivergent condition or no adjustment at all).

See the range of SQE reports available