MRCPI in Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Applications are now closed

The next sitting of the MRCPI O&G Part II Written examination is on 6 March 2025. Applications closed on 16 January 2025 at 12pm 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.

If the number of applications for this exam exceeds the number of places available, we will prioritise doctors on our Basic Specialist Training programme and those with only one attempt left followed by those who have applied multiple times and have not been offered a place yet. 

IMPORTANT : READ CAREFULLY BEFORE APPLYING FOR THIS EXAM

ONLY apply for this examination if you are eligible and are in a position to sit the exam. Please see our cancellation and deferrals policy before applying for this exam here. 

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.

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.
• Next sitting of the O&G Part II Written is on 4 September 2025. Applications will open on Wednesday 11 June 2025 at 12pm Irish time.

Applications are now open

Applications for the MRCPI Obstetrics and Gynaecology Part II OSCE/Clinical Examination in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on 10 & 11 May 2025 are now open until Friday 07 March 2025.

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.

Place allocations for the OSCE will be completed when all applications have been verified. This may take up to two weeks after the applications closing date.

You will not be asked to pay the exam fee upon the first application. If you are successful, you will receive an email after the final closing date for applications, with a confirmation of your exam place and the link for payment.

If we can't offer you a place in the initial round, you will be placed on a waiting list and may be offered a place if one becomes available.

IMPORTANT – Please note the following before you apply:

• We will consider your application to one location only (either United Arab Emirates or Ireland), you will not increase your chances of getting a place by applying to both.
• Candidates do not have a choice of dates, they will be allocated to one of the dates once all applications have been verified.
• It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure the visa application is made according to the applicable requirements and in sufficient time before the examination date. We cannot offer a transfer or a refund of the fee if you are unable to attend the examination because of a visa-related issue.

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 examinations are planned in Ireland and internationally for October/November 2025. All dates and locations may be subject to change. We will publish more information on our website in due course.

   

Applications are now open

Applications are now open.

Applications for the MRCPI Obstetrics and Gynaecology Part II OSCE/Clinical Examination in Ireland on 10 May 2025 are now open until Friday 07 March 2025.

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.

Place allocations for the OSCE will be completed when all applications have been verified. This may take up to two weeks after the applications closing date.

You will not be asked to pay the exam fee upon the first application. If you are successful, you will receive an email after the final closing date for applications, with a confirmation of your exam place and the link for payment.

If we can't offer you a place in the initial round, you will be placed on a waiting list and may be offered a place if one becomes available.

IMPORTANT – Please note the following before you apply:

• We will consider your application to one location only (either Ireland or United Arab Emirates), you will not increase your chances of getting a place by applying to both.
• It is the responsibility of each candidate to ensure the visa application is made according to the applicable requirements and in sufficient time before the examination date. We cannot offer a transfer or a refund of the fee if you are unable to attend the examination because of a visa-related issue.

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 examinations are planned in Ireland and internationally for October/November 2025. All dates and locations may be subject to change. We will publish more information on our website in due course.