MRCOG part 2 information




MRCOG part 2 FAQ's


MRCOG Part 2 Exam Dates


When is the next sitting of the MRCOG Part 2?


Exam date Expression of interest closes Applications open Applications closes
2 July 2025 25 March 2025 22 April 2025 3 June 2025
January 2026 TBC TBC TBC

MRCOG Part 2 Fees


How much does the MRCOG Part 2 cost?

The exam fee depends on which country you are in and is banded as per the table below:

Banding Fees 2025
UK & Republic of Ireland £550
Band A £663
Band B* £572
Band C £456

See which band your country is in with this list of country bandings


MRCOG Part 2 Pass Rate


What percentage of candidates pass the MRCOG Part 2?

There is no pre-determined mark for passing the MRCOG part 2. This varies from exam to exam and is set using the Angoff method and linear equating. In the past pass rates have been highly variable depending on the country of origin of the candidate with an overall figure of around 30-40% of candidates passing. Some sources have reported an increase in recent years with pass rates approaching 60%.


MRCOG Part 2 Format


What is the format of the MRCOG Part 2?

The MRCOG part 2 consists of two papers. Each paper comprises 50 SBA and 50 EMQ format questions making a total of 100 SBA questions and 100 EMQ questions over the two papers. Candidates have 3 hours to sit each paper making the exam 6 hours long in total. There is a 1 hour lunch break typically between papers. The SBA questions account for 40% of the mark and EMQs 60%


MRCOG Part 2 Eligibility


Am i get eligible to sit the MRCOG part 2?

In order to be eligible to sit the MRCOG Part 2 exam, candidates must first have sat and passed the MRCOG Part 1 exam. Candidates must also satisfy eligibility requirements regarding currency and attempts. This means candidates can have a maximum of 6 attempts at each MRCOG component. Candidates must also attempt the MRCOG part 2 within 7 years of passing MRCOG part 1.


Applications for MRCOG Part 2


How do I apply for Part 2 MRCOG?

Application are made online via the RCOG webiste. Candidates must submit an expression of interest form via the RCOG website within the deadline (see the exam dates table above). Candidates who have submitted an expression of interest form will receive an email from the RCOG when the exam application window opens with instructions on how to book an exam place at Pearson Vue test centres

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