MRCGP Applied Knowledge Test
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About the AKT
The Applied Knowledge Test is the computer-based part of the MRCGP, set by the Royal College of General Practitioners. Every question is a single best answer based on UK general practice, and it tests problem-solving rather than recall of facts.
- Format
- 160 questions in 2 h 40 min
- Content
- 80% clinical knowledge, 10% evidence-based practice, 10% primary care organisation
- Who can sit it
- GP trainees from ST2 onwards
- Sittings
- Four a year: January, April, July, October, at Pearson VUE test centres
- Attempts
- Up to 6 if you started GP training on or after 2 August 2023, otherwise 4
January 2027 sitting
- Exam day
- Tue 26 Jan 2027
- RCGP booking deadline
- 1 Dec 2026
- Choose test centre
- 7–16 Dec 2026
- Results
- 24 Feb 2027
- RCGP exam fee
- £494
Source: RCGP MRCGP exam pages. The format changed from 200 to 160 questions in October 2025. Dates and fees can change, so always confirm on MyRCGP when you book. The RCGP fee is paid to the RCGP and is separate from our course fees.