MRCGP International South Asia
Examination Calendar & Key Dates
Key milestones for all components of the MRCGP International South Asia examination. Use this to plan your preparation — never miss an application deadline.
Full Examination Timeline
AKT Applications
2 eventsAKT Application Period Opens
Apply through the MRCGP International South Asia portal for the May examination window.
AKT Application Period Opens
Apply through the portal for the November examination window.
AKT Examination Windows
2 eventsAKT Examination Window
200-question, 210-minute computer-based exam at designated international centres.
AKT Examination Window
200-question, 210-minute computer-based exam at designated international centres.
Simulated Surgery Applications
2 eventsSimulated Surgery Application Period
Apply for the June Simulated Surgery examination at your preferred centre.
Simulated Surgery Application Period
Apply for the December Simulated Surgery examination.
Simulated Surgery Examinations
2 eventsSimulated Surgery Examination
Practical clinical skills assessment at designated international centres.
Simulated Surgery Examination
Practical clinical skills assessment at designated international centres.
Result Publication
4 eventsAKT Results Published
Results typically released within 6 weeks of the examination window closing.
AKT Results Published
Results typically released within 6 weeks of the examination window closing.
Simulated Surgery Results
Results typically released within 8 weeks of the examination.
Simulated Surgery Results
Results typically released within 8 weeks of the examination.
Membership & Milestones
2 eventsMRCGP International Membership Ceremony
Annual recognition ceremony for newly qualified MRCGP International members.
CCT Equivalent Issuance
Certificate of Completion of Training equivalent issued on passing all assessments.
Important Deadlines
3 eventsEligibility & Portfolio Check
Ensure your training time, WPBA portfolio, and eligibility requirements are fully met before applying.
Examination Centre Registration
Confirm your examination centre, date, and time slot through the official portal.
Document Submission Deadline
Submit photographic ID, eligibility confirmation, and any required documentation.
Preparation Timeline: Count Down to Exam Day
Start structured practice
Begin daily sessions across all subjects. Identify weak areas early.
Focus on weak subjects
Use analytics to prioritise subjects below 65% accuracy.
Mock exam block
Sit two full 200-question mock AKTs. Review score breakdowns carefully.
Consolidation
Revisit bookmarked questions and flagged weak areas only.
Walk in confident
You have prepared — trust your preparation.
Important Notice — Dates Are Illustrative
All dates shown are based on typical MRCGP International South Asia examination cycles and are provided as a planning guide only. Actual dates, deadlines, and examination windows may change. Candidates must always verify the latest official information directly through the MRCGP International South Asia programme and the RCGP International office.