MRCGP [INT.] South Asia

The AKT is a summative assessment of the knowledge base that underpins independent general practice within the south Asia region. The multiple choice paper is computer-based consisting of 200 questions in the single best answer format. Time allowed for completion of the paper is 3½ hours. Note that no extra time in any circumstances will be allowed.

Approximately 90% of items are on clinical medicine and 10% on research or evidence-based practice.

The online AKT exam is currently available twice a year, in June and November, and can be taken in Abu Dhabi and Karachi centres at the available Pearson test venues.

Once the registration for the upcoming exam is confirmed by the MRCGP [INT.] South Asia admin office, you will be provided with a personalized link through email for logging on to the Pearson website to choose and book a seat at the centre where you wish to sit the exam.

Please note that all request for deferring or cancelling the exam must be done according to the application withdrawal deadlines mentioned in the exam calendar available on the MRCGP [INT.] South Asia website, through email to the MRCGP [INT.] South Asia Admin office.

Reporting time – please report to the testing centre 30 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time, the exact exam start time can be found in your order confirmation email.

Exam timings – the exam will last for 210 minutes and your exact exam start time can be found in your order confirmation email.

Feedback questionnaire – 10 minutes at the end of the exam.

Candidates reporting after 15 minutes from the start of the exam will not be allowed to sit the exam.