MRCGP SCA exam dates 2026–27

Test dates, deadlines and results days for each SCA sitting the RCGP has published, so you can plan your preparation backwards from your exam date.

SCA sittings published by the RCGP

Dates published by the RCGP, checked on 12 November 2026. Dates can change: confirm on the RCGP website before you book. Results are released at 17:00 on the results date.

SCA sittings and deadlines published by the RCGP
SittingReasonable adjustments deadlineBooking deadlineTest datesResults
SCA November 20263 August 202628 August 20263–6 November 20268 December 2026
SCA January 202712 October 20266 November 202612–14 January 202716 February 2027
SCA February 20279 November 20264 December 20269–12 February 202716 March 2027
SCA March 202714 December 20268 January 20279–12 March 202713 April 2027
SCA April 202711 January 20275 February 202713–16 April 202718 May 2027
SCA May 20278 February 20275 March 202711–14 May 202715 June 2027
SCA June 202722 March 202716 April 20278–11 June 202713 July 2027

Work backwards from your date

Once you know your sitting, set your preparation against it.

  • Put the deadlines in your calendar: Booking closes weeks before the test dates, and requests for reasonable adjustments close earlier still. If you need adjustments, apply in good time.
  • Shape the weeks you have: Count the weeks to your test date and decide how many sessions a week you can manage. The study plan turns that into a starting shape, from consultation basics to exam-day rehearsal.
  • Cover the essentials first: Use the early weeks for consultation structure and common presentations in general practice, so later practice can focus on timing and judgement.
  • Practise within 12 minutes: Work on opening well, reaching a shared plan and leaving time to safety-net, all inside the consultation time.
  • Practise cases with colleagues: Take turns as doctor, patient and observer, and use written cases so the patient has a brief to work from.
  • Rehearse the exam-day rhythm: In the final weeks, run half or full circuits with 3 minutes’ reading time and 12-minute consultations, including the break after case 6.

About the SCA

The RCGP describes the SCA as twelve simulated consultations of twelve minutes each. It is conducted remotely, with you based in a local GP surgery. The RCGP lists the fee as £1,207. Check the current fee and booking arrangements on the RCGP website when you apply. Independent educational resource. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the NHS or the RCGP.

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