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Dreaming of working as a doctor in the UK? Getting registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) is a must for this. If you see yourself thriving in an emergency medicine department, the MRCEM pathway is your perfect choice. It is a clear and focused route that helps you achieve the skills, recognition and GMC registration needed to achieve your dream.

The Royal College of Emergency Medicine (RCEM) is a professional body of emergency medicine doctors in the UK. RCEM sets the standards and requirements for all doctors working in emergency medicine departments, ensuring they are well-trained and competent.

If you plan to take the MRCEM exams in 2025, be it MRCEM Primary, MRCEM SBA, or MRCEM OSCE, staying updated with the exam dates is important. Here is a detailed list of key exam dates to help you prepare better.

MRCEM Primary exam dates

• 13 May 2025

  • Applications open on 17 February 2025 and close on 24 February 2025.
  • Results will be released on 17 June 2025.

• 28 October 2025

  • Applications open on 21 July 2025 and close on 28 July 2025.
  • Results will be released on 04 December 2025.

MRCEM SBA exam dates

• 28 January 2025

  • Applications open on 04 November 2024 and close on 11 November 2024.
  • Results will be released on 12 March 2025.

• 11 September 2025

  • Applications open on 16 June 2025 and close on 23 June 2025.
  • Results will be released on 15 October 2025.

MRCEM OSCE exam dates

• 20–31 January 2025 in London

  • Applications open on 22 October 2024 and close on 29 October 2024.
  • Results will be released on 18 March 2025.

• 24–28 March 2025 in Chennai

  • Applications open on 07 January 2025 and close on 13 January 2025.
  • Results will be released on 14 May 2025.

• 02–13 June 2025 in London

  • Applications open on 17 March 2025 and close on 24 March 2025.
  • Results will be released on 23 July 2025.

• 14–18 July 2025 in Hyderabad

  • Applications open on 16 April 2025 and close on 23 April 2025.
  • Results will be released on 01 September 2025.

• 01–05 September 2025 in Malaysia

  • Applications open on 28 May 2025 and close on 05 June 2025.
  • Results will be released on 22 October 2025.

• 01–12 December 2025 in London

  • Applications open on 03 September 2025 and close on 10 September 2025.
  • Results will be released on 28 January 2026.

Please note that all application windows open at 10:00 AM UK time and close at 4:00 PM UK time on the last date.

Once you pass the MRCEM exams, you will be eligible to apply for several emergency medicine positions in the UK. These include junior doctor roles, registrar positions and consultant roles. Besides, there are opportunities for career growth, as you can become a departmental lead or engage in research activities.

We hope this information was helpful for you. If you have any further questions or need guidance with your MRCEM exam preparation, feel free to contact our team.

Authored By: Sarath