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Royal College of General Practitioners

MRCGP AKT

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MRCGP AKT Overview

The MRCGP examination is the postgraduate medical qualification required to attain a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in General Practice. The MRCGP has three components: Workplace Based Assessments (WPBAs), the Applied Knowledge Test (AKT), and the Clinical Skills Assessment (CSA).

The AKT specifically tests the knowledge base behind independent general practice in the UK within the context of the NHS.

MRCGP AKT Details

FormatComputer-based assessment
Duration2 hours 40 minutes (160 minutes)
Questions160 questions
AttemptsMaximum 4 attempts (in GP training by 1 August 2023); 6 attempts if entering GP training on or after 2 August 2023

Content breakdown

Content AreaWeighting
Clinical knowledge80%
Evidence-based practice10%
Primary care organisation & management10%

Eligibility & Requirements

  • You can take the AKT during or after the ST2 stage of GP training.
  • Review the GP curriculum on the RCGP website before sitting.
  • The RCGP limits the number of attempts during training and the policy is updated periodically - check the current rules before you apply.
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