AMC CAT MCQ Examination (Part 1) Dates 2026 and 2027
Confirmed examination dates
- Part 2 Clinical, online: 1-2 September 2026 (applications close 2026-08-14).
- Part 2 Clinical, online (MMM 2-7 eligibility): 10-11 November 2026 (applications close 2026-09-28).
- Part 2 Clinical, face-to-face: September to December 2026.
- Part 1 MCQ test event (October 2026): 12-17 October 2026 - Pearson VUE (applications close 2026-09-21).
- Part 1 MCQ test event (November 2026): 16-21 November 2026 - Pearson VUE (applications close 2026-10-26).
- Part 1 MCQ test event (February 2027): 15-18 February 2027 - Pearson VUE (applications close 2027-01-25).
- Part 1 MCQ test event (March 2027): 15-18 March 2027 - Pearson VUE (applications close 2027-02-22).
- Part 1 MCQ test event (April 2027): 13-16 April 2027 - Pearson VUE (applications close 2027-03-22).
- Part 1 MCQ test event (May 2027): 17-20 May 2027 - Pearson VUE (applications close 2027-04-26).
- Part 1 MCQ test event (June 2027): 15-18 June 2027 - Pearson VUE (applications close 2027-05-24).
- Part 1 MCQ test event (July 2027): 12-15 July 2027 - Pearson VUE (applications close 2027-06-21).
- Part 1 MCQ test event (August 2027): 16-19 August 2027 - Pearson VUE (applications close 2027-07-26).
- Part 1 MCQ test event (September 2027): 13-16 September 2027 - Pearson VUE (applications close 2027-08-23).
- Part 1 MCQ test event (October 2027): 11-14 October 2027 - Pearson VUE (applications close 2027-09-20).
The AMC CAT MCQ (Part 1) runs as fixed monthly test events at Pearson VUE (authorisation valid 12 months); scheduling for each event closes about 3 weeks before it, and results are released at 4pm on the Friday about 3 weeks after it. The MCQ event rows show each event's test days, with its scheduling close as the applications close; there is no event in December 2026 or January 2027. The 10-11 November 2026 online sitting is open only to candidates who live and work in areas classified as MMM 2-7, with proof of address and a valid employment letter; applications are ranked by MMM category and submission time. 2027 Part 2 Clinical dates are not yet published: the AMC expects to release 2027 in-person places in November 2026 (checked 2026-09-29).
Always verify your exam date and deadlines against the official AMC page before making travel or leave arrangements.
How to plan around the examination calendar
Whichever sitting you target, plan three concentric calendars:
- Sitting date. The day of the examination itself. Everything else works backwards from here.
- Registration window. Typically opens months before and closes weeks before the sitting. Late registration is often impossible or attracts a surcharge.
- Study leave window. Request leave for the final 4 to 8 weeks before sitting, with shorter blocks for protected revision earlier in preparation.
Registration deadlines - what to watch for
- Registration windows close weeks before the sitting itself; check the closing date as carefully as the sitting date.
- Some examining bodies require evidence of training-program eligibility submitted by a separate earlier deadline.
- Identification, address verification and supervisor sign-off can take longer than expected. Start the paperwork early.
- Confirm the test centre or examination venue is reachable before the registration window closes, particularly for candidates outside major cities.
How to plan your preparation around a confirmed date
Once your exam date is confirmed, work backwards:
- Set the date of a full timed practice paper or simulated viva for 8 to 12 weeks before the sitting.
- Block the final 2 to 3 weeks for consolidation and rehearsal only - no new content.
- Reserve the final week for tapering, sleep recovery and exam-day logistics rehearsal.
- Pre-book any travel, accommodation and identification documents as soon as your date is confirmed.
How PRIMEX adapts to your timeline
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- Spaced-repetition scheduling automatically intensifies in the final weeks before the examination.
- Timed practice modes let you simulate the format of the AMC CAT MCQ Examination (Part 1) as your date approaches.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find confirmed dates for 2026 and 2027?
Confirmed dates, registration deadlines and any changes are published by AMC. See the link above for the source of truth.
How far in advance should I register?
Registration windows typically open months before each sitting and close weeks before the examination date. Late registration is often not permitted or attracts a surcharge.
How should I plan study leave around the exam?
Most candidates take the bulk of study leave in the final 4 to 8 weeks before sitting, with shorter blocks earlier in preparation. Speak to your training program early because leave allocation is finite.
What if the date changes after I register?
Reschedule policies vary. The official examination page sets out the current policy for date changes, fee transfers and any extenuating circumstances provisions.
Does PRIMEX adjust to my sitting date?
PRIMEX progress analytics and spaced-repetition scheduling adapt to your remaining time, so revision intensity scales with your countdown to the AMC CAT MCQ Examination (Part 1).