An applied knowledge test of 180 multiple-choice questions in three hours, compliant with the Medical Licensing Assessment.

What do I need before I can book PLAB 1?

An acceptable overseas primary medical qualification (or confirmation of having passed the final examinations) and verified evidence of knowledge of English, submitted through GMC Online before booking.

How long do I have to pass PLAB 2?

PLAB 2 must be passed within two years of passing PLAB 1 (the pass date is the test date); an acceptable primary medical qualification and a valid PLAB 1 pass are needed to book.

Who can register after PLAB?

Graduates of a medical school outside the UK or Switzerland who have passed both parts of the PLAB test within the past two years and completed an internship.

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How much do PLAB 1 and PLAB 2 cost, and how many attempts do you get?

The GMC charges £283 for PLAB 1 and £1,036 for PLAB 2, the fees from 1 Apr 2026. Four attempts at each part; a fifth and final attempt only by application after 12 months of clinical practice or a relevant postgraduate qualification completed after the fourth fail.

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Fees

Step	Fee
PLAB 1You pay	£283
PLAB 2You pay	£1,036
Full registration with a licence to practise	£481
Total, before any resit	£1,800

Good to know

What is PLAB 1?: An applied knowledge test of 180 multiple-choice questions in three hours, compliant with the Medical Licensing Assessment.
What do I need before I can book PLAB 1?: An acceptable overseas primary medical qualification (or confirmation of having passed the final examinations) and verified evidence of knowledge of English, submitted through GMC Online before booking.
How long do I have to pass PLAB 2?: PLAB 2 must be passed within two years of passing PLAB 1 (the pass date is the test date); an acceptable primary medical qualification and a valid PLAB 1 pass are needed to book.
Who can register after PLAB?: Graduates of a medical school outside the UK or Switzerland who have passed both parts of the PLAB test within the past two years and completed an internship.

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