RANZCP Fellowship Examination Pass Rate 2026
The headline number
The RANZCP publishes pass-rate data in its RANZCP Fellowship Examination examination reports. PRIMEX updates this page when each report is released. You can access the official data at https://www.ranzcp.org/training-exams.
Trend over recent years
Pass rates for written and clinical specialist examinations in Australia have generally been stable over the past five years, though individual sitting results vary. Factors including cohort size, examination difficulty calibration, and the proportion of first-time versus repeat candidates all influence the result for any given sitting.
For the RANZCP Fellowship Examination specifically, RANZCP adjusts the standard periodically to reflect evolving clinical practice and training requirements. Candidates are assessed against a consistent standard, not ranked against each other. The most reliable source of trend data remains the official RANZCP examination reports.
What separates pass-tier from fail-tier candidates
The RANZCP Fellowship Examination is a Written and clinical components including an OSCE and structured viva. Across multiple examination sittings, the following patterns distinguish candidates who pass from those who do not:
- OSCE communication stations: patient-centred communication in psychiatry is explicitly marked and differs from general clinical communication.
- Essay structure — the written components reward a structured argument with evidence, not a list of clinical points.
- Viva anxiety in the structured clinical examination — practising oral responses aloud is non-negotiable.
- Subspecialty gaps: child and adolescent psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, and old-age psychiatry are all examinable.
How PRIMEX helps you cross the pass line
- Written practice with AI feedback calibrated to RANZCP examination standards.
- OSCE and viva simulation for practising psychiatric clinical communication under exam conditions.
- Curriculum-mapped content across all RANZCP Fellowship domains.
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Start free trialFrequently asked questions
How long should I study for the RANZCP Fellowship Examination?
Most candidates dedicate 26–52 weeks of structured preparation for the RANZCP Fellowship Examination. The exact duration depends on your prior knowledge base, clinical experience, and available study time per week. Starting earlier generally produces better outcomes than compressing preparation into a short period.
What is the format of the RANZCP Fellowship Examination?
The RANZCP Fellowship Examination includes written components (clinical modifications, essay) and clinical examinations (OSCE and structured viva).
What is the pass rate for the RANZCP Fellowship Examination?
The RANZCP publishes pass-rate data in its RANZCP Fellowship Examination examination reports. PRIMEX updates this page when each report is released. You can access the official data at https://www.ranzcp.org/training-exams.
What are the most common failure modes in the RANZCP Fellowship Examination?
- OSCE communication stations: patient-centred communication in psychiatry is explicitly marked and differs from general clinical communication.
- Essay structure — the written components reward a structured argument with evidence, not a list of clinical points.
- Viva anxiety in the structured clinical examination — practising oral responses aloud is non-negotiable.
- Subspecialty gaps: child and adolescent psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, and old-age psychiatry are all examinable.
What resources does PRIMEX provide for the RANZCP Fellowship Examination?
PRIMEX provides a curriculum-mapped question bank, AI-graded practice, and structured study resources for the RANZCP Fellowship Examination. Start with a 7-day free trial to access the full platform.