Skip to content
Exams
Emergency
Intensive Care
Anaesthesia
Surgery
Internal Medicine
General Practice
Other Specialties
Study Guides
Practice and Tools
Start free trial

AMC CAT MCQ Examination (Part 1) Dates 2026 and 2027

Confirmed examination dates

The AMC CAT MCQ (Part 1) is delivered year-round via Pearson VUE; candidates book a slot (authorisation valid 12 months) rather than fixed sitting windows. The Clinical Examination (Part 2) is scheduled in periodic release windows; 2027 dates not yet published by AMC as of 2026-06-02.

Confirm current availability and booking at the official AMC page.

How to plan around the examination calendar

Whichever sitting you target, plan three concentric calendars:

Registration deadlines - what to watch for

How to plan your preparation around a confirmed date

Once your sitting date is confirmed, work backwards:

How PRIMEX adapts to your timeline

Start your 7-day free PRIMEX trial for the AMC CAT MCQ Examination (Part 1) and lock in a structured countdown to your sitting.

Start free trial

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).