FRCA Final Written (UK Anaesthetists) — Free Online Mock Test
60 SBAs (3h) + 12 SAQ short-answer questions (3h). Sub-specialties: cardiac, neuro, obstetric, paediatric, intensive care anaesthesia. · Official language: English.
Elite
United Kingdom
Medical Licensing
72 questions
360 min
50 distinct variants
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FRCA Final exam at a glance
FRCA Final section breakdown
The FRCA Final mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. Inter-section breaks are enforced.
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Paper 1 — SBA MCQ (60 Q)
60 questions · 180 minutes · ~180 sec/question
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Paper 2 — SAQ (12 short-answer)
12 questions · 180 minutes · ~900 sec/question
FRCA Final scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: FRCA Final has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: FRCA Final (% accuracy).
How FRCA Final is conducted
Mode
Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.
Tools available during the FRCA Final exam
Wrexa Edge renders these tools inside the mock test exactly as they appear on the real FRCA Final exam — same shortcuts, same behaviour.
FRCA Final time strategy
With 72 questions in 360 minutes, you have about 300 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
Paper 1 — SBA MCQ (60 Q)
Target ~180 sec/question. If a question takes more than 270 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Paper 2 — SAQ (12 short-answer)
Target ~900 sec/question. If a question takes more than 1350 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
FRCA Final topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of FRCA Final, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Paper 1 — SBA MCQ (60 Q)
- Clinical — Cardiology · 4
- Clinical — Respiratory · 4
- Step 2 — SAH Workup · 1
- Step 2 — PE Workup · 1
- Step 2 — Pulmonary TB · 1
- Step 2 — Variceal Bleed · 1
- Step 2 — H. pylori · 1
- Step 2 — Colorectal Cancer Screening · 1
Paper 2 — SAQ (12 short-answer)
- Step 2 — SAH Workup · 1
- Step 2 — PE Workup · 1
- Step 2 — Pulmonary TB · 1
- Step 2 — Variceal Bleed · 1
- Step 2 — H. pylori · 1
- Step 2 — Colorectal Cancer Screening · 1
- Step 2 — Pancreatitis · 1
- Step 2 — DKA · 1
Sample FRCA Final questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge FRCA Final bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
Paper 1 — SBA MCQ (60 Q) · Step 2 — SAH Workup
Q1. A "thunderclap" headache with neck stiffness in an alert patient requires:
Why: Correct answer: D — Non-contrast head CT first, then LP if CT negative — to rule out subarachnoid hemorrhage. Topic: Step 2 — SAH Workup.
Paper 2 — SAQ (12 short-answer) · Step 2 — SAH Workup
Q2. A "thunderclap" headache with neck stiffness in an alert patient requires:
Why: Correct answer: D — Non-contrast head CT first, then LP if CT negative — to rule out subarachnoid hemorrhage. Topic: Step 2 — SAH Workup.
Paper 1 — SBA MCQ (60 Q) · Step 2 — PE Workup
Q3. A patient with suspected pulmonary embolism, hemodynamically stable, Wells score = 5 (high) should undergo:
Why: Correct answer: A — CT pulmonary angiography (gold standard). Topic: Step 2 — PE Workup.
Paper 2 — SAQ (12 short-answer) · Step 2 — PE Workup
Q4. A patient with suspected pulmonary embolism, hemodynamically stable, Wells score = 5 (high) should undergo:
Why: Correct answer: A — CT pulmonary angiography (gold standard). Topic: Step 2 — PE Workup.
Paper 1 — SBA MCQ (60 Q) · Step 2 — Pulmonary TB
Q5. A homeless man presents with weight loss, night sweats, hemoptysis, and cavitary upper-lobe infiltrates on CXR. Next step:
Why: Correct answer: B — Isolate in negative-pressure room, collect 3 sputum samples for AFB smear/culture, start empiric 4-drug TB therapy if confirmed. Topic: Step 2 — Pulmonary TB.
Paper 2 — SAQ (12 short-answer) · Step 2 — Pulmonary TB
Q6. A homeless man presents with weight loss, night sweats, hemoptysis, and cavitary upper-lobe infiltrates on CXR. Next step:
Why: Correct answer: B — Isolate in negative-pressure room, collect 3 sputum samples for AFB smear/culture, start empiric 4-drug TB therapy if confirmed. Topic: Step 2 — Pulmonary TB.
These are a handful of the 3600 unique FRCA Final questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
FRCA Final difficulty calibration
Elite tier. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months.
60 SBAs (3h) + 12 SAQ short-answer questions (3h). Sub-specialties: cardiac, neuro, obstetric, paediatric, intensive care anaesthesia. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's FRCA Final bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for FRCA Final
Real test-day interface
Our vignette skin mirrors the actual FRCA Final testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
3600 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
Free to start
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FRCA Final study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
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Phase 1 — Learn the syllabus
Weeks 1–4
- Work through every section — Paper 1 — SBA MCQ (60 Q), Paper 2 — SAQ (12 short-answer) — from your core study material
- Make short notes and a formula/fact sheet you can revise quickly
- Attempt topic questions right after finishing each area
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Phase 2 — Practice & sectionals
Weeks 5–8
- Solve previous-year and practice questions section by section
- Time yourself on Paper 1 — SBA MCQ (60 Q) and your weakest areas
- Keep an error log and revisit every mistake weekly
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Phase 3 — Full-length mocks
Weeks 9–12
- Take full-length FRCA Final mocks in the real test interface
- Analyse accuracy, time per question and silly mistakes after each mock
- Revise from notes and re-attempt only weak-topic questions
Where FRCA Final can take you
A strong FRCA Final result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
Clinical practice
A pass grants the licence required to practise and treat patients in your jurisdiction.
Residency & specialisation
Qualifies you for residency, postgraduate training and specialist certification.
Hospital & public health roles
Positions across hospitals, public-health services and research institutions.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the FRCA Final exam pattern?
- FRCA Final Written (UK Anaesthetists) contains 72 questions across 2 sections: Paper 1 — SBA MCQ (60 Q), Paper 2 — SAQ (12 short-answer). Total duration is 360 minutes (about 300 seconds per question).
- Does FRCA Final have negative marking?
- No — FRCA Final has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is FRCA Final scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. FRCA Final (% accuracy).
- How can I practise FRCA Final online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length FRCA Final mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of FRCA Final?
- FRCA Final is rated Elite difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months. 60 SBAs (3h) + 12 SAQ short-answer questions (3h). Sub-specialties: cardiac, neuro, obstetric, paediatric, intensive care anaesthesia. · Official language: English.
- How long is the FRCA Final exam?
- FRCA Final runs for 360 minutes total across 2 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including mandatory inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in FRCA Final?
- FRCA Final is split into: Paper 1 — SBA MCQ (60 Q), Paper 2 — SAQ (12 short-answer). Each section is timed and weighted separately. 60 SBAs (3h) + 12 SAQ short-answer questions (3h). Sub-specialties: cardiac, neuro, obstetric, paediatric, intensive care anaesthesia. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during FRCA Final?
- Built-in lab values reference table (USMLE-style).
- Is the FRCA Final test adaptive?
- No — FRCA Final is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many FRCA Final mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct FRCA Final variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 3600 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free FRCA Final test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge FRCA Final test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are FRCA Final previous year question–style papers included?
- Every FRCA Final mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 72-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free FRCA Final mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's FRCA Final mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the FRCA Final mock test on mobile?
- Yes. FRCA Final mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the FRCA Final syllabus?
- The FRCA Final syllabus maps to its 2 sections: Paper 1 — SBA MCQ (60 Q), Paper 2 — SAQ (12 short-answer). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for FRCA Final?
- Eligibility for FRCA Final — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic FRCA Final practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the FRCA Final exam and how should I prepare?
- Official FRCA Final exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free FRCA Final mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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