{"id":14061,"date":"2025-10-21T12:30:41","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T12:30:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tauedu.org\/pg-medicine\/https-ucnedu-org-blog-mrcp-part1-2026-exam-dates-fees-cutoffs\/"},"modified":"2026-03-09T08:17:05","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T08:17:05","slug":"mrcp-part1-2026-exam-dates-fees-cutoffs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tauedu.org\/pg-medicine\/blog\/mrcp-part1-2026-exam-dates-fees-cutoffs\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning MRCP(UK) Part 1 in 2026? Dates, Fees, and Cut-offs You Must Know\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-inline-notice uagb-inline_notice__align-left uagb-block-952a2dd8\"><button class=\"uagb-notice-close-button\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Close\"><\/button><h4 class=\"uagb-notice-title\"><strong>Blog summary<\/strong> <\/h4><div class=\"uagb-notice-text\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">MRCP(UK) Part 1 will run three times in 2026 January (28 Jan), May (21 May), and September (23 Sep) with one-week application windows and fixed fees (\u00a3672 for International). The exam has two 3-hour papers with 100 single-best-answer questions each and can be taken at authorized test centre&#8217;s worldwide (many in India). The pass decision uses a scaled score (pass standard around 540), so you should prepare to exceed that threshold rather than chase a fixed percentage. Results are typically released about 6\u20137 weeks after the exam. Below is everything Indian candidates need\u2014dates, fees, cut-off logic, eligibility, a focused 8-week plan, and exam-day tactics. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1  uagb-block-3800de1c      \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#introduction\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Introduction<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#mrcpuk-part-1-in-2026-key-dates-fees-and-result-timelines\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">MRCP(UK) Part 1 in 2026: key dates, fees, and result timelines<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#results-by-13-march-2026\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Results by: 13 March 2026<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#eligibility-for-indian-candidates-quick-check\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Eligibility for Indian candidates (quick check)<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#exam-format-what-youll-face-on-the-day\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Exam format (what you\u2019ll face on the day)<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#cut-offs-and-pass-marks-the-plain-english-version\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Cut-offs and pass marks: the plain-English version<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#which-2026-sitting-should-an-indian-doctor-choose\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Which 2026 sitting should an Indian doctor choose?<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#an-8-week-india-friendly-study-plan\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">An 8-week, India-friendly study plan<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#high-yield-content-focus-for-part-1\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">High-yield content focus for Part 1<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#exam-day-tactics\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Exam-day tactics<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#faqs\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">FAQs<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#conclusion\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Conclusion<\/a><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Introduction<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Indian MBBS graduates and practicing physicians planning UK training or global credentialing, MRCP(UK) Part 1 is the essential first step. Seats fill fast and the application window is short, so smart planning is critical: select your 2026 sitting, apply on opening day, and align your preparation to the format and pass-mark system. This guide gives you the confirmed 2026 calendar, explains how the cut-off really works, and shares a no-nonsense 8-week plan built for busy Indian doctors balancing wards, OPD, and on-call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>MRCP(UK) Part 1 in 2026: key dates, fees, and result timelines<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">(Applications usually open and close at 08:00 UK time. That\u2019s typically 13:30 IST during standard time set alarms accordingly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>January 2026 sitting<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply: 04\u201311 November 2025 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exam: 28 January 2026 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fees: \u00a3672 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reasonable-adjustment request deadline: 18 November 2025 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Results by: 13 March 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>May 2026 sitting<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply: 10\u201317 March 2026 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exam: 21 May 2026 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fees:  \u00a3672  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reasonable-adjustment request deadline: 24 March 2026 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Results by: 03 July 2026 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>September 2026 sitting<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply: 14\u201321 July 2026 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exam: 23 September 2026 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fees: \u00a3672  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reasonable-adjustment request deadline: 28 July 2026 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Results by: 06 November 2026 <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>India tip:<\/strong> Many Indian cities host authorized test centers. Popular locations fill in early, so submit your application as soon as the window opens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eligibility for Indian candidates (quick check)<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Minimum experience:<\/strong> At least 12 months of postgraduate medical training by the exam date. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Account:<\/strong> Create or log in to My <a style=\"color:blue;\" href=\"https:\/\/tauedu.org\/pg-medicine\/blog\/why-should-you-consider-pursuing-an-mrcp\/\">MRCP(UK)<\/a>, update your profile, and keep your name as per passport. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Centre choice:<\/strong> Select an Indian test center when booking (or UK online\/remote option if you\u2019re based in the UK at the time). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Documents:<\/strong> Keep passport, GMC\/State Medical Council details (as applicable), and any adjustment documentation ready. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Exam format (what you\u2019ll face on the day)<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Delivery:<\/strong> Computer-based testing at authorized centres worldwide; remote online options are available for UK-based candidates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Structure:<\/strong> Two papers on the same day, 3 hours each, 100 single-best-answer (SBA) questions. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Syllabus coverage:<\/strong> Broad internal medicine domains cardiology, respiratory, gastroenterology\/hepatology, endocrinology\/diabetes, nephrology, neurology, rheumatology, infectious diseases, haematology, oncology, geriatrics, ophthalmology, dermatology, stats\/ethics, and clinical sciences. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cut-offs and pass marks: the plain-English version<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your raw marks are converted to a scaled score to adjust for varying <a style=\"color:blue;\" href=\"https:\/\/tauedu.org\/pg-medicine\/blog\/plab-and-mrcp-exams-everything-you-need-to-know\/\">MRCP question<\/a> difficulty across different exam sessions. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The pass standard is around 540 on the scaled score. On some recent papers, that aligned to roughly the mid-60s percentage of scored questions, but the exact raw mark can vary. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Don\u2019t aim for a fixed %. Aim to produce consistent, exam-style performance that pushes you comfortably above a scaled 540. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which 2026 sitting should an Indian doctor choose?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Need a quick start to your MRCP journey:<\/strong> <br>Pick January (28 Jan) results by mid-March help you plan Part 2 Written and PACES timelines for late 2026 or early 2027. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Balancing a heavy residency\/registrar rota:<\/strong> <br>If Jan clashes with postings or exams (e.g., DNB\/MD schedules), choose May for a longer runway, with September as your contingency. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Visa\/travel not required:<\/strong> <br>Choose an Indian center; it removes travel friction and cost. If you\u2019re working in the UK during your prep, the UK remote option can be convenient (ensure your tech setup meets proctoring rules). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>An 8-week, India-friendly study plan<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>(Scale up to 10\u201312 weeks if your base is rusty or your rota is intense.)<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Weeks 8\u20137: Map the mountain<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take a 200-question diagnostic mock to benchmark. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify your bottom 3 specialties (e.g., endocrine, renal, neuro). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Plan a weekly split: 60% weak areas, 40% maintenance. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Build a quick-reference formula sheet (ABG, acid\u2013base, anion gap, sodium disorders, arrhythmia algorithms, anticoagulation\/ACS, thyroid\/adrenal rules). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Weeks 6\u20135: Systems blocks + spaced repetition<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Two systems per week (e.g., Cardio + Renal; then Resp + GI). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Daily target: 75\u2013100 timed SBAs; review immediately. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use spaced repetition (Anki\/flashcards) for high-yield facts and \u201cif-this-then-that\u201d clinical rules (SIADH vs CSW, DKA vs HHS, RTA types, TB drug toxicities). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>End each week with a mini-mock (50Q\/90 mins) to sharpen pacing. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Weeks 4\u20133: Integrate and simulate<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Three full 100-Q timed papers\/week on alternate days. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Build an error log with columns: Topic \u2022 Reason missed (knowledge\/misread\/trick) \u2022 Fix \u2022 One-line rule. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tackle India-relevant patterns: rheumatic valve disease sequelae, TB presentations, endemic infections, electrolyte disturbances in high-volume emergency settings. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Week 2: Dress rehearsals<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Two full-day simulations (Paper 1 + break + Paper 2). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Finalize center logistics: location, ID, reporting time, allowed items. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you\u2019ve prepped in the UK, do a proctored tech check for the online option (webcam, bandwidth, quiet room, power backup). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Week 1: Taper and protect<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Light review of the error log and formula sheet. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sleep banking (target 7\u20138 hours for 4\u20135 nights). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set your guess strategy (never leave blanks; eliminate obvious distractors fast). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Meal plan for steady energy; avoid new foods the day before. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>High-yield content focus for Part 1 <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cardiology:<\/strong> ACS and antiplatelet\/anticoagulation pathways, heart failure meds (initiation vs decompensation), murmurs, tachy\/brady algorithms. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Respiratory:<\/strong> ABG interpretation, PE risk\/management, asthma vs COPD acute care, TB patterns on CXR, bronchiectasis basics. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Endocrinology:<\/strong> Thyroid storm vs myxoedema coma, DKA\/HHS protocols, adrenal crisis, hyponatraemia frameworks, pituitary apoplexy flags. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Renal:<\/strong> AKI work-up, RTA classification, glomerulonephritis clues, electrolyte rules (K+, Na+, Ca2+). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gastro\/Hepato:<\/strong> Variceal bleed steps, pancreatitis scoring, hepatitis serology logic, IBD vs IBS contrasts. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Neuro:<\/strong> Stroke\/TIA imaging and thrombolysis windows, seizure meds and interactions, GBS vs myasthenia patterns. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ID:<\/strong> Empiric antibiotics by source and severity, tropical diseases, differentials (where relevant), sepsis bundles. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stats\/Ethics:<\/strong> Sensitivity\/specificity, NNT\/ARR\/OR, consent\/capacity basics. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Exam-day tactics <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pacing:<\/strong> 180 minutes per paper \u2192 <strong>~1.8 minutes\/question<\/strong>. If you\u2019re stuck for <strong>90 seconds<\/strong>, mark it, move on, and return later. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Flag &amp; sweep:<\/strong> First pass collects sure shots. Second pass work flagged items. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Algorithmic reading:<\/strong> For ABG, ECG, endocrine stems run the same 3-step algorithm every time to avoid tunnel vision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Elimination first:<\/strong> Often 2\u20133 options are clearly wrong; get to a 50\u201350, then decide. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Logistics:<\/strong> Reach the centre early, carry acceptable ID, and follow instructions exactly no surprises. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-67777cad uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-ad719b61 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">u003cstrongu003eWhen should I apply?u003c\/strongu003e<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>On the u003cstrongu003eopening morningu003c\/strongu003e of your chosen window (08:00 UK time; usually 13:30 IST). Popular Indian centers can fill within hours.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-c2ee0c6c \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">u003cstrongu003eWhat are the 2026 fees?u003c\/strongu003e <\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>u003cstrongu003e\u00a3672u003c\/strongu003e if you\u2019re taking the exam outside the UK (International fee).<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-bb3b629a \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">u003cstrongu003eWhat does the pass \u201ccut-off\u201d look like?u003c\/strongu003e <\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>You\u2019ll receive a u003cstrongu003escaled scoreu003c\/strongu003e. The pass standard is around u003cstrongu003e540u003c\/strongu003e; the exact raw mark varies by session because of equating. Prepare to score u003cstrongu003ecomfortably above 540u003c\/strongu003e rather than chasing a fixed percentage.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-43cdf7c1 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">u003cstrongu003eCan I take Part 1 online from India?u003c\/strongu003e <\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Plan for a u003cstrongu003etest centre in Indiau003c\/strongu003e. The remote\/online option is available for u003cstrongu003eUK-basedu003c\/strongu003e candidates; international online availability is limited. <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-8b7533dc \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">u003cstrongu003eHow long until the results?u003c\/strongu003e <\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Usually u003cstrongu003e6\u20137 weeksu003c\/strongu003e after the exam date (see the \u201cResults by\u201d timelines above). <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-b4f14312 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">u003cstrongu003eWhat if I\u2019m in residency with a heavy rota?u003c\/strongu003e <\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Target the u003cstrongu003eMayu003c\/strongu003e or u003cstrongu003eSeptemberu003c\/strongu003e sitting for a longer runway and keep u003cstrongu003etwo full-day simulationsu003c\/strongu003e in the final fortnight. Protect sleep in the last week.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-1014158c \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">u003cstrongu003eHow do I choose a question bank?u003c\/strongu003e <\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Pick one u003cstrongu003eprimaryu003c\/strongu003e bank you\u2019ll finish end-to-end (with explanations) and one u003cstrongu003esmalleru003c\/strongu003e bank or book for variety during Weeks 3\u20131. Consistency beats hopping. <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Indian doctors, the winning approach to MRCP(UK) Part 1 in 2026 is straightforward: pick your sitting now, apply on day one, and train exactly to the <a style=\"color:blue;\" href=\"https:\/\/tauedu.org\/pg-medicine\/blog\/all-you-should-know-about-the-plab-and-mrcp-exams\/\">MRCP exam<\/a> you\u2019ll face two 3-hour SBA papers, centre-based delivery, and a scaled 540 pass standard. Build a repeatable routine: daily timed questions, rigorous post-review, and two full simulations before the exam. On the day, pace yourself, use elimination aggressively, and trust your algorithms. Texila\u2019s structured MRCP(UK) training program, with expert-led sessions and mock assessments, will help you stay exam-ready and confident from day one. Do this, and you\u2019ll put yourself in the strongest position to clear Part 1 and fast-track the rest of your MRCP(UK) journey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-content-primary-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/tauedu.org\/pg-medicine\/mrcp-clinical-premier-training\/\">Start Your MRCP Prep Today<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*Please refer to the official MRCP(UK) website for the actual exam dates and fees. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction For Indian MBBS graduates and practicing physicians planning UK training or global credentialing, MRCP(UK) Part 1 is the essential first step. 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