Non-urgent advice: UKFPO Helpdesk
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Non-urgent advice: UKFP 2026 application window closed
The application window for the 2026 Foundation Programme opened on 24 September 2025 and closed 08 October 2025 (12:00 midday BST).
Applicants should refer to the application timeline, and applicant guidance and resources.
Late applications will not be accepted. Applicants who do not submit their application on Oriel by the national deadline will not be granted an extension to do so, under any circumstances (this includes partially completed applications). Applications can only be submitted on Oriel and through the 2026 FP vacancy. There are no other alternative routes for applications to be submitted.
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