Examination calendars
Please note:
The application window for the Primary FRCA MCQ Examination in February 2026 opens on the 3 December 2025 and not on the 15 December 2025 as stated on the calendar.
FRCA Examination Calendar 2026-2027
Please take note of the following date changes to this calendar which have been made in preparation for the transition to the new college building:
- Primary FRCA OSCE SOE, week commencing 16 November 2026
This exam has been scheduled slightly later in November.
- Primary FRCA MCQ Examination, Monday, 2 November 2026
This exam has been moved earlier in response to the date change to the OSCE SOE in the same month. Candidates who fail the Primary MCQ in September will continue to have the opportunity to sit in November.
- Primary FRCA OSCE SOE, week commencing 1 February 2027
This exam will run one week later than usual due to the change in date of the November OSCE SOE examination session.