MRCEM exam dates 2026–2028
Last updated: 21 October 2026. Dates from the official RCEM Exam Calendar.
Every MRCEM and FRCEM exam date in one place: when each exam is held, when applications open and close, and when results come out. We check RCEM's calendar regularly and update this page when anything changes.
The next MRCEM Primary
21 April 2027. Applications open 20 January 2027 at 10am UK time and close 27 January 2027 at 4pm UK time. Results: 2 June 2027.
April 2027 is the first sitting under RCEM's new Basic Sciences Syllabus. What's changing in 2027 →
How application windows work
- Every window opens at 10am UK time and closes at 4pm UK time on the closing date.
- Windows stay open for seven days only. If you miss one, the next chance is usually about six months later.
- To pay member fees, your RCEM membership must be paid at least 24 hours before the window opens.
MRCEM Primary dates
The MRCEM Primary, which replaced the FRCEM Primary, is the first MRCEM exam. It's held twice a year at test centres worldwide.
| Exam date | Applications open | Applications close | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 October 2026 | 15 July 2026 | 22 July 2026 | 1 December 2026 |
| 21 April 2027 | 20 January 2027 | 27 January 2027 | 2 June 2027 |
| 20 October 2027 | 23 June 2027 | 30 June 2027 | 1 December 2027 |
| 26 April 2028 | 9 February 2028 | 16 February 2028 | 7 June 2028 |
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MRCEM SBA dates
Single Best Answer (SBA) paper, held at test centres worldwide.
| Exam date | Applications open | Applications close | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 September 2026 | 10 June 2026 | 17 June 2026 | 28 October 2026 |
| 13 January 2027 | 22 October 2026 | 29 October 2026 | 24 February 2027 |
| 2 June 2027 | 17 March 2027 | 24 March 2027 | 14 July 2027 |
| 1 December 2027 | 15 September 2027 | 22 September 2027 | 12 January 2028 |
| 7 June 2028 | 15 March 2028 | 22 March 2028 | 19 July 2028 |
MRCEM OSCE dates
| Exam dates | Centre | Applications open | Applications close | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21–25 September 2026 | Malaysia | 13 May 2026 | 20 May 2026 | 6 November 2026 |
| 3–19 November 2026 | London | 5 August 2026 | 12 August 2026 | 6 January 2027 |
| 18–29 January 2027 | London | 4 November 2026 | 11 November 2026 | 12 March 2027 |
| 22–26 February 2027 | India (Chennai) | 4 November 2026 | 11 November 2026 | 9 April 2027 |
| 18 May – 4 June 2027 |
London | 25 February 2027 | 4 March 2027 | 16 July 2027 |
| 5–9 July 2027 | India (Hyderabad) | 25 February 2027 | 4 March 2027 | 20 August 2027 |
| 5–21 October 2027 | London | 13 July 2027 | 20 July 2027 | 2 December 2027 |
| 24 January – 4 February 2028 |
London | 30 September 2027 | 7 October 2027 | 17 March 2028 |
| 16 May – 2 June 2028 |
London | 22 February 2028 | 29 February 2028 | 14 July 2028 |
RCEM lists three more international OSCE sittings for 2027–2028 with dates and centres still to be confirmed.
FRCEM dates
| Exam | Exam dates | Applications open | Applications close | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FRCEM SBA | 7 October 2026 | 1 July 2026 | 8 July 2026 | 11 November 2026 |
| FRCEM OSCE (London) | 30 November – 11 December 2026 | 2 September 2026 | 9 September 2026 | 22 January 2027 |
| FRCEM OSCE (London) | 20 April – 7 May 2027 | 2 February 2027 | 9 February 2027 | 18 June 2027 |
| FRCEM SBA | 12 May 2027 | 11 February 2027 | 18 February 2027 | 23 June 2027 |
| FRCEM SBA | 6 October 2027 | 21 July 2027 | 28 July 2027 | 17 November 2027 |
| FRCEM OSCE (London) | 2–18 November 2027 | 4 August 2027 | 11 August 2027 | 6 January 2028 |
| FRCEM SBA | 10 May 2028 | 27 January 2028 | 3 February 2028 | 21 June 2028 |
| FRCEM OSCE (London) | 19 April – 5 May 2028 | 19 January 2028 | 26 January 2028 | 16 June 2028 |
2027 exam fees
MRCEM Primary
| Where you sit | RCEM member | Non-member |
|---|---|---|
| UK | £444 | £543 |
| International | £502 | £630 |
RCEM charges the same fees for its other written exams: the MRCEM SBA and the FRCEM SBA.
MRCEM OSCE and FRCEM OSCE
| Where you sit | RCEM member | Non-member |
|---|---|---|
| UK | £606 | £702 |
| International | £1,161 | £1,392 |
Some countries add local taxes (for example VAT or digital services tax), based on where you live, not where you sit the exam.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next MRCEM Primary exam?
21 April 2027. Applications open on 20 January 2027 at 10am UK time and close on 27 January 2027 at 4pm UK time.
How often is the MRCEM Primary held?
Twice a year, in spring and autumn, at test centres worldwide. The 2027 sittings are 21 April and 20 October.
How long are MRCEM application windows open?
Seven days. They open at 10am UK time and close at 4pm UK time on the closing date.
How much does the MRCEM Primary cost in 2027?
For international candidates, £502 for RCEM members and £630 for non-members. In the UK, £444 and £543. Local taxes may be added.
When are the 27 October 2026 MRCEM Primary results?
1 December 2026. If you need to resit, the next sitting is 21 April 2027, under the new syllabus.
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