MRCPI in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Applications are open

The next sitting of the MRCPI O&G Part II Written examination is Thursday, 5 March 2026. Applications are open and will close on 14 January 2026 at 5pm Irish time. The exam is held online, via remote invigilation.

We do NOT allocate for this exam based on application date, it is NOT first come, first served.

IMPORTANT : READ CAREFULLY BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS EXAM

We will only accept applications that include ALL of the following:

• An attested* copy of your primary medical degree. Only original parchment Diploma copies will be accepted, no transcripts. 
• A copy of your Part I or equivalent qualification. For MRCOG Part I, you will need your official Part 1 Pass letter. For FCPS and others, you will need the official parchment Diploma, pass letters are not accepted.
• A testimonial form completed and signed by two referees. Download blank testimonial form (PDF, 26KB)

If your degree is not in English you must attach an official translation of the same together with your medical degree. Official translations will only be accepted if they have been prepared and/or authenticated by:

• The issuing university or medical school
• An Irish or British Consulate
• Your embassy or High Commissioner

*Your primary medical degree can be attested by:

• An Garda Siochana (Irish police force)
• The issuing university or medical school
• A solicitor/ notary public/ lawyer
• A Commissioner for Oaths
• An Irish or British Consulate
• Your embassy or High Commissioner

We will not accept attestations by Doctors.

Failing to provide the above information may result in your application deemed invalid so please make sure you provide ONLY the required documentation.

Update August 2025

Changes to Examinations Cancellation Policy (re Deferrals)

All examination deferral requests must be submitted no later than seven working days before the examination date. A non-refundable administrative fee of €100 continues to apply. By submitting a deferral request and paying the fee, candidates will be removed from the registration list for the current examination. The administrative fee must be paid within seven working days of submitting the deferral request.

If you need to request a late deferral and/or a deferral fee waiver, due to extenuating circumstances you must do so in writing to the Examinations Operations Manager to exams@rcpi.ie . Please reference the full policy before submitting the request.

This policy update is applicable for examination applications opening after the 25 August 2025, find the Cancellation Policy on this page.

Additional note for candidates taking the exam from India

If you are sitting your examination within India there is a requirement to pay an 18% Indian Goods and Services Tax (GST). This is not a charge imposed by the College but a legal requirement for educational and examination related services conducted in India. This tax applies only to candidates sitting their examinations in India. Once the application is submitted by the candidate and verified by RCPI, these candidates will be contacted by the RCPI Exams Department and requested to pay the 18% tax. The tax must be paid within 7 working days of this request. Failure to do so will result in the cancellation of the exam place and the application will be withdrawn. Please see the Indian Goods and Services Tax (GST) FAQ for further details by clicking on Examination Policies and Resources.

Applications Open Please note:

All our Written examinations are now delivered via Remote Invigilation instead of at a physical examination centre. Please find all the information about it here. Read carefully before applying.

• Verifications are usually completed up to three weeks after the closing date for applications.
• If places in this examination should become limited and the number of applications for this exam exceeds the number of places available, priority will be given to doctors on our Basic Specialist Training programme first.
• Results are sent via email up to four weeks after the exam date.

Applications are closed

Applications for the MRCPI Obstetrics and Gynaecology Part II OSCE/Clinical Examination in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on 07 & 08 February 2026 are now closed.

Place allocations for the OSCE will be completed when all applications have been verified. This may take up to three weeks after the applications closing date. All candidates will be contacted with an update to their application status by that stage. If you are successful, you will receive an email with a confirmation of your exam place and the link for payment.

Places in the O&G Part II OSCE/Clinical are limited; therefore, we may not be able to offer a place for every candidate who applies. If we can’t offer you a place in the initial rounds, you will be placed on a waiting list and may be offered a place if one becomes available.

It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure the visa application is made according to the requirements and in sufficient time before the examination date. The College has no role in granting or refusing visas. We cannot offer a transfer or a refund of the fee you are unable to attend the examination because of a visa-related issue, after completing the payment.

The next international O&G OSCE/Clinical exam are scheduled for May 2026. We will publish more information on our website in due course. Please note that all dates and locations may be subject to change.

Applications Closed Please Note:

The next O&G OSCE/Clinical exams are scheduled for May 2026 internationally and in Ireland. We will publish more information on our website in due course. Please note that all dates and locations may be subject to change.

Applications Closed

The next O&G OSCE/Clinical exams in Ireland are scheduled for May 2026. We will publish more information on our website in due course. Please note that all dates and locations may be subject to change.

Place allocations for the OSCE will be completed when all applications have been verified. This may take up to three weeks after the applications closing date. All candidates will be contacted with an update to their application status by that stage. If you are successful, you will receive an email with a confirmation of your exam place and the link for payment.

Places in the O&G Part II OSCE/Clinical are limited; therefore, we may not be able to offer a place for every candidate who applies. If we can’t offer you a place in the initial rounds, you will be placed on a waiting list and you may be offered a place if one becomes available.

It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure the visa application is made according to the requirements and in sufficient time before the examination date. The College has no role in granting or refusing visas. We cannot offer a transfer or a refund of the fee you are unable to attend the examination because of a visa-related issue, after completing the payment.

Applications Closed Please note:

Allocations for the OSCE be completed when all applications have been verified. All candidates will be contacted with an update to their application status at that stage.

The next OSCE/Clinical examination in Ireland is planned for May 2026. We will publish more information on our website in due course. All dates and locations may be subject to change.