MRCGP exams

MRCGP key dates and applications

Applying for the AKT, SCA or RCA, and deadlines for applications.

Reasonable adjustments

We are committed to equality of opportunity and to promoting diversity in assessments for MRCGP.

Applied Knowledge Test (AKT)

The AKT is a summative assessment of the knowledge base that underpins independent general practice in the UK within the context of the NHS.

Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA)

The Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) assesses a GP candidate’s ability to integrate and apply clinical, professional and communication skills.

Workplace Based Assessment (WPBA)

Workplace Based Assessment (WPBA) provides a framework for evaluating a doctor’s progress in those areas of professional practice best tested in the workplace.

Trainee Portfolio

The Trainee Portfolio records details of learning, as well as achievement in the MRCGP.

GP curriculum

The RCGP curriculum sets out what’s required to practise as an independent General Practitioner in the UK NHS.

Important MRCGP info and admin

This area includes important information and support on MRCGP.

Examination attempts following a diagnosis of disability

The RCGP has formulated a new policy on examination attempts for candidates who receive a late disability diagnosis.

Information for deaneries, supervisors and trainers

We produce a range of resources for use by deaneries, supervisors and trainers involved in delivering GP training.

MRCGP annual reports and research

Our reports present key data summarising the candidature, quality indicators and outcomes of all the diets of the MRCGP examinations during the reporting period.

Fraser Rose medal

The Fraser Rose Medal is awarded annually to a candidate who, having completed the MRCGP examinations, has demonstrated outstanding performance to the panel of examiners.

RCGP statement on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in postgraduate training, examinations and registration

Our position on the use of AI in exams and training

Booking your MRCGP exams (SCA and AKT)

If you have reserved an exam but not received your booking link email, please note that you can also book your exams directly through our website. Simply visit the MRCGP exam applications page and click the "confirm your booking" button to complete your booking.

Contact us

Please ensure that you read the following to determine the correct contact for your enquiry.

Exams team

Contact the exams team for:

  • MRCGP key dates
  • AKT or SCA
  • Important MRCGP info and admin
  • MRCGP annual reports and research
  • Fraser Rose
  • Becoming a member of the MRCGP Panel

To contact the examinations team, please send an email with your query or call back request. The team continually monitor emails within business working hours (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm). If you're a GP registrar, please include your GMC number in the subject line of any email to our exams team. 

Email: exams@rcgp.org.uk

Postgraduate training queries

If your question relates to your specific training programme or circumstances/requirements, your local deanery will be best placed to advise. However, if you have a query concerning the GP curriculum or Workplace Based Assessment that your deanery cannot help with, you can contact the Postgraduate Training Team at the following email address:

Email: postgraduatetraining@rcgp.org.uk

The postgraduate training team continually monitor emails within business working hours (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm).

Trainee portfolio queries

FourteenFish maintain an extensive support page.

MRCGP courses

We run a number of courses to assist candidates in preparing for MRCGP assessments.

To contact us about these, please email courses@rcgp.org.uk or call 020 3188 7658.

Becoming a member of the MRCGP panel

We are committed to a fair, robust and transparent process for the selection of MRCGP examiners in line with Academy of Medical Royal College and General Medical Council (GMC) Requirements. Find out more about becoming a member of the panel.

Webpage accessibility

If you have any problems accessing the information on these webpages, please email accessibility@rcgp.org.uk.