MRCP Part 1 Exam Dates 2026: Complete Calendar

Published At:

March 22, 2026

Author:

Dr Mohamed Korani, NHS Consultant

Reading time:

1–2 minutes

Plan your MRCP Part 1 with our complete 2026 exam calendar. For a full overview of what the exam involves, see our MRCP Part 1 Complete Guide 2026.

2026 MRCP Part 1 Exam Sittings

Exam Sitting	Date	Applications Open	Applications Close
September 2026	23 September 2026	14 July 2026	21 July 2026

Important: From September 2026, all MRCP Part 1 exams will be delivered at test centres only (no remote proctoring).

Exam Fees 2026

Candidate Location	Fee
UK-based	£520
International	£696

Note: Fees are per attempt. Factor in potential resit costs when planning your budget. For a breakdown of pass rates by candidate type and attempt number, see our detailed analysis.

Key Deadlines

Applications: Open 14–21 July 2026
Reasonable adjustments: Request at least 8 weeks before the exam
Results: Released 6 November 2026

Tip: Book your exam slot early. Test centres fill up quickly, especially for the September sitting.

How to Book

Create an MRCP account on the MRCPUK website
Select your exam sitting
Choose your preferred test centre
Pay the exam fee
Receive your confirmation and venue details

Planning for the September 2026 Sitting

September 2026 is the final MRCP Part 1 sitting of the year, and it carries similar pass rates. Here’s how to plan for it:

September 2026: Applications are open 14–21 July, with the exam on 23 September — the first in-centre-only sitting. Use the syllabus weightage to focus your run-in, and see our first-time pass strategy for a structured plan.

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