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The MRCEM OSCE November 2026 booking is now open as of 5 August 2026. If you’re planning to sit this exam, now is the time to begin your application. With a limited booking window, delaying your application could mean missing your preferred exam centre—or the exam itself.
In this blog, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the MRCEM OSCE application 2026, including the exam format, important dates, eligibility requirements, the application process, and how StudyMRCEM can help you prepare with confidence.
What is the MRCEM OSCE?
The MRCEM Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is the practical component of the Membership of the Royal College of Emergency Medicine examination. It evaluates your ability to apply clinical knowledge in real-world emergency medicine scenarios while demonstrating safe clinical practice and effective communication skills.
Exam Overview
| Exam Type | Practical Clinical Examination |
| Format | Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) |
| Stations | 16 Stations |
| Duration | 2 hours 42 minutes |
| Station Timing | 16 × 8-minute stations with 1-minute reading time and 2 rest stations |
| Exam Centres | London (UK), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Chennai & Hyderabad |
| Assessment Areas | Clinical skills and Communication skills |
The MRCEM OSCE is mapped to the RCEM Emergency Medicine Curriculum and assesses candidates on practical decision-making, patient assessment, and communication in emergency care settings. Passing the OSCE is an essential requirement for achieving full MRCEM membership.
Important Dates – MRCEM OSCE November 2026
| Exam | MRCEM OSCE |
| Exam Dates | 3–19 November 2026 |
| Exam Centre | London |
| Application Opens | 5 August 2026 |
| Application Closes | 12 August 2026 |
| Results Expected | 6 January 2027 |
With the MRCEM OSCE booking window open for only a short period, candidates are advised to complete their applications as early as possible.
Eligibility Requirements
Before submitting your application, ensure that you meet the following requirements:
- Hold a primary medical qualification accepted by the GMC.
- Have full medical registration with a licence to practise.
- Complete at least 6 months of Emergency Medicine experience after full registration.
- Successfully passed both the MRCEM Primary and MRCEM SBA examinations.
Meeting these eligibility criteria is essential before proceeding with your MRCEM OSCE application 2026.
How to Apply for the MRCEM OSCE
If you’re wondering how to book the MRCEM OSCE exam 2026, the application process is straightforward:
- Submit your application through the RCEM online application portal during the application window.
- Complete and submit your application before 12 August 2026. Late applications are not accepted.
- Ensure all required documents and information are uploaded before submission.
- Once your application is reviewed, you’ll receive confirmation of acceptance or rejection via email.
- If accepted and allocated an exam space, you’ll receive further instructions to complete your booking.
Prepare with StudyMRCEM
Securing your exam booking is only the first step. The next is preparing effectively.
StudyMRCEM offers structured online preparation designed to help candidates build confidence before the OSCE. Whether you’re beginning your preparation early or need an intensive revision plan, we provide:
- 3-Month Regular MRCEM Course – Comprehensive preparation with mentor-led sessions, structured study plans, mock practice, and extensive learning resources.
- 1-Month Fast Track Course – An intensive revision programme for candidates preparing closer to the examination.
In addition, our dedicated MRCEM OSCE preparatory courses provide focused clinical practice, exam-oriented scenarios, communication training, and mock stations that closely reflect the actual examination.
Final Thoughts
With the MRCEM OSCE application open, now is the ideal time to complete your application and begin your preparation. The MRCEM OSCE August 2026 booking window closes on 12 August 2026, so don’t leave your application until the last minute.
If you’d like to learn more about our MRCEM online courses or OSCE preparation programmes, get in touch with the StudyMRCEM team. We’ll be happy to help you choose the preparation pathway that best suits your exam goals.
Authored By: StudyMEDIC Editorial Team
By : patrick