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Several medical aspirants have chosen the MRCPI in Obstetrics and Gynaecology as their speciality in the field of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The Membership of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (MRCPI) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology is a postgraduate qualification for those seeking advanced knowledge and expertise in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to practice in Ireland. For all MRCPI aspirants, the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland has fired the gun by officially announcing the most-awaited MRCPI Part 2 Witten exam dates 2026.

All Candidates have shifted their focus into preparing an efficient and effective study plan, as the MRCPI exam is known for its rigorous patterns. This blog will provide you with the upcoming MRCPI Part 2 exam dates, and also an effective preparatory plan for this exam.

Understanding MRCPI OBG Exam

As the exam is approaching, first, let’s have an understanding of the exam. The MRCPI Part 2 exam is a post-graduation qualification for medical aspirants who wish to practice in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, mainly in Ireland. There is no Part 1 exam for Obstetrics and Gynaecology. However, to be eligible for the MRCPI OBG Part 2 exam, candidates must hold the MRCPI Part 1 (General Medicine or Paediatrics), obtained within the last six years
or any of the following pre-qualifications:

• MRCOG Part 1
• RCPI Professional Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• MRACOG (Australia)
• MRNZCOG (New Zealand)
• FCOG (South Africa)
• FCPS (O&G, Pakistan)
• MMed (O&G, Malaysia)- from 2008 onwards only

The MRCPI OBG Part 2 exam consists of two main parts: the MRCPI Part 2 Written Exam and the MRCPI Part 2 OSCE/Clinical Assessment. Here’s a structured breakdown of MRCPI Part 2:

MRCPI OBG Part 2 Written Exam:

This exam comes in a computer-based written format, testing the candidates’ knowledge in the principles and practices of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

• Format: A single exam of 3 hours.
• Questions: The paper comes with 100 Single Best Answer (SBA) questions, which present a scenario and a question along with five possible options. The candidates should select the single best answer from the given options.

MRCPI OBG Part 2 OSCE/Clinical:

This is the final practical exam, in which a vigilator assesses your clinical and communication skills. You can only attend this exam if you have successfully passed the MRCPI Part 2 Written Exam.

• Format: An Objective Structured Clinical Exam (OSCE)/ Practical Exam.
• Questions: The invigilator for this exam tests how candidates manage clinical situations, interpret data, communicate with the patients and colleagues, and demonstrate their clinical skills.
• Structure: Candidates have to manage 8 stations (7 short stations and 1 Long case station), managing their communication skills, data interpretation skills, and procedural skills.

MRCPI Part 2 Exam Dates for 2026

As the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (MRCPI) has officially announced the MRCPI Part 2 Exam for the 2026 calendar, it is time for the candidates to build an effective plan for their studies. To help with their study plan, we have compiled the important exam dates for the MRCPI OBG in 2026.

MRCPI OBG Part 2 Written Exam Dates

MRCPI OBG Part 2 OSCE/ Clinical Assessment Exam Dates

MRCPI OBG Part 2 OSCE/ Clinical Assessment Exam Dates

Candidates can use this table to mark the exam dates on their calendars to enhance their learning. However, it is crucial that candidates visit the RCPI’s official website to know if there is any change in the upcoming MRCPI OBG exam dates.

How You Should Prepare

As the exams are closing in, you cannot be in the “I’ll do it later” mode. You must have a strategic plan towards your success.

1. Set Your Target Now: Choose the exam diet you want to attempt and mark it on your calendar.
2. Visit the RCPI Portal: Visit the official RCPI website to verify the exam dates, understand the fee structure, and read the exam regulations.
3. Understand the Challenges You Face: The primary medical knowledge you have is not enough. You have to prepare with specialised and focused knowledge.
4. Enrol in a Structured program: Self-study is helpful but does not guarantee 100% success in your upcoming exam. Consider enrolling in a structured program, for example, StudyMRCPI’s 3 Month Regular Course or other dedicated StudyMRCPI courses, which provide vast resources on the MRCPI exam.

Final Verdict

As the official exam dates have been published on the RCPI’s official website, it is time for you to shift your whole focus to its preparation. To make it more effective, you can consider enrolling on StudyMRCPI. Our advanced StudyMEDIC LMS 3.0 provides free expert-led live interactive sessions and an extensive library of free resources, making sure that you pass on your first attempt. Log in and explore now!

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Authored By: Muhammed Farzeen