CLOSED
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
February 26th
*Previously planned for March 19th
Fellowship Assessment Dates
Please see below for all our available assessment dates
Important Update
Assessments Extended into 2026
We are pleased to announce that the assessment opportunities originally scheduled to finish in Autumn 2025 will be extended until the end of 2026. This extension is intended to support anyone who is currently finalising a submission or preparing for assessment under the current Distinctions Framework.
Key Points:
- Final assessments Under the Current Framework. The assessments in 2026 will be the last to take place under the current Distinctions Framework.
- No Live Streaming. We are unable to guarantee the high standard of delivery required for online assessments; therefore, these assessments will be conducted in person only.
- This extension allows applicants to have additional time to complete their work under the current Distinctions Framework.
- Please continue to check this page for updates and announcements.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to provide the best possible experience for all applicants.
Last Updated: 06.01.26
Please download the booking form and return the completed version to:
Once we receive your completed booking form, a confirmation email will be sent to you. This email will include important information about the next steps in your application, as well as a Submission Details Form, which must be completed and included with your final submission.
Spring/Summer 2026
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
April 15th
FULLY BOOKED
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
February 25th
CLOSED
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
March 18th
CLOSED
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
February 18th
FULLY BOOKED
Formats:
Photobooks
Submission Deadline:
April 17th
CLOSED
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
February 24th
FULLY BOOKED
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
May 13th
All assessments will take place:
TBA
Autumn/Winter 2026
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
October 8th
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
September 23rd
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
October 7th
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
November 3rd
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
November 18th
Formats:
Photobooks
Submission Deadline:
September 25th
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
October 6th
Formats:
Prints, Digital & Book
Submission Deadline:
October 28th
All assessments will take place:
Smethwick Photographic Society
The Old School House
Churchbridge
Oldbury
B69 2AS
Important Information: The RPS reserves the right to cancel any event 7 days prior to its start date, or less than 24 hours due to adverse weather conditions or extraordinary circumstances beyond its control. We advise all attendees to check hotel and travel cancellation/refund policies, as the RPS is unable to offer compensation for any loss.