AKT Exam Dates 2026
The RCGP runs the Applied Knowledge Test four times a year, in January, April, July, and October. The next published UK sitting in 2026 is 26 October 2026 (the April and July 2026 sittings have passed).
Quick answer
The next MRCGP AKT sitting is 26 October 2026, with a final booking deadline of 1 September 2026, Pearson centre booking from 7-16 September 2026, and results on 25 November 2026.
October 2026
Exam date: 26 October 2026
Final booking deadline: 1 September 2026
Pearson booking window: 7-16 September 2026
Results: 25 November 2026 at 17:00
Apply: via MyRCGP
Exam format
Since October 2025, the AKT has 160 questions in 2 hours 40 minutes. That works out to one minute per question. There is no negative marking, so you should answer every question even if you are unsure. For the section weighting and marking rules, see the AKT exam format guide.
The exam is sat at a Pearson VUE test centre. Since December 2025, you book directly through MyRCGP without a separate reservation step. The RCGP publishes the reasonable adjustment deadlines, final booking deadlines, Pearson booking windows, test dates and result dates on its MRCGP key dates page. For ID, arrival timing and test-centre rules, use the AKT exam-day guide.
Who can sit the AKT?
The AKT is open to GP trainees in ST2 or ST3. Most trainees sit it during ST2 to give themselves time for a resit if needed. The maximum number of attempts depends on when you entered GP training: four attempts if you were in training before August 2023, or six attempts if you started on or after August 2023. Your training programme director can advise on the best timing for your situation. If you need another sitting, use the AKT results and retakes guide to plan the next attempt.
What does the AKT cover?
The AKT tests your knowledge across three broad areas. Around 80% of questions cover clinical medicine, 10% cover evidence-based practice and statistics, and 10% cover organisational and professional topics. Within those areas, the RCGP curriculum spans 32 topics.
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AKT dates FAQs
When is the next MRCGP AKT exam?
The next published MRCGP AKT sitting is 26 October 2026, with a final booking deadline of 1 September 2026 and results on 25 November 2026. Confirm current dates on the RCGP key dates page before booking.
How many times a year can you sit the AKT?
The RCGP runs the MRCGP AKT four times a year, with sittings typically in January, April, July and October. Exact dates, booking deadlines and results dates are published by the RCGP for each sitting.
When is the October 2026 AKT booking deadline?
The final booking deadline for the October 2026 AKT is 1 September 2026. Pearson centre booking runs from 7 to 16 September 2026.
Where do GP trainees book the AKT?
GP trainees book and manage AKT applications through MyRCGP. Pearson centre booking is accessed from the MyRCGP exam booking area.
When are AKT results released?
AKT results are released about four to five weeks after the sitting. July 2026 results are listed for 6 August 2026 and October 2026 results for 25 November 2026, at 17:00 on the RCGP key dates page.
Official sources
This page is independent of the RCGP. Exam dates, application process, Pearson booking information and AKT format are checked against public RCGP and Pearson VUE information.
Exam dates sourced from RCGP.org.uk. Last reviewed July 2026.
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