FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) — Free Online Mock Test
FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) · MCQ. United Kingdom examination. · Official language: English.
FRCR Part 1 exam at a glance
FRCR Part 1 key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) |
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| Official website | rcr.ac.uk ↗ |
| Mode | The First FRCR (CR1) examination — the first exam in the UK clinical radiology training pathway, taken early in specialty training. It tests the physics underpinning diagnostic imaging and the anatomy needed to perform and interpret radiological studies, and is delivered on workstations at UK and international venues. |
| Frequency | Held several times a year at RCR venues. |
| Scoring & marking | The exam has two independent modules that can be sat together or separately, in any order, and are passed separately: an Anatomy module — an image-viewing exam of about 100 images with arrowed structures, over roughly 90 minutes, with tiered marking — and a Physics module — a single-best-answer multiple-choice exam of about 40 questions over roughly 2 hours, covering imaging physics (radiation, CT, MRI, ultrasound, radionuclide imaging and radiation safety). Pass marks are set by standard-setting methods; passing both modules is required to pass Part 1. |
| Language | English. |
Who is eligible for FRCR Part 1?
Candidates must hold, or have previously held, a formal clinical radiology training post.
Last verified July 2026 against RCR — First FRCR (CR1). Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
FRCR Part 1 section breakdown
The FRCR Part 1 mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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FRCR Part 1 (55 Q)
FRCR Part 1 scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: FRCR Part 1 has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: FRCR Part 1 (pass 700/1000).
How FRCR Part 1 is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
FRCR Part 1 time strategy
With 55 questions in 180 minutes, you have about 196 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- FRCR Part 1 (55 Q)
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
FRCR Part 1 topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of FRCR Part 1, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
FRCR Part 1 (55 Q)
- Clinical Medicine · 28
- SAH Workup · 1
- PE Workup · 1
- Pulmonary TB · 1
- Variceal Bleed · 1
- H. pylori · 1
- Colorectal Cancer Screening · 1
- Pancreatitis · 1
FRCR Part 1 difficulty calibration
Elite tier. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months.
FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) · MCQ. United Kingdom examination. · Official language: English.
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Expert take: what FRCR Part 1 really tests
The First FRCR (CR1) is the first examination in the UK clinical radiology training pathway, run by the Royal College of Radiologists. It has two independent modules that can be sat and passed separately: an Anatomy image-viewing exam of about 100 images in roughly 90 minutes, and a Physics single-best-answer exam of about 40 questions in roughly 2 hours covering imaging physics. Pass marks are set by standard-setting methods, and passing both modules is required. Candidates must hold or have held a clinical radiology training post.
Preparation tips
- Build fast, accurate radiological anatomy image recognition.
- Cover imaging physics broadly — radiation, CT, MRI, ultrasound and safety.
- Use the independence of the modules — pass one and resit the other if needed.
⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid
- Underestimating the anatomy image-viewing exam’s breadth.
- Leaving physics revision too late — it is a distinct knowledge exam.
FRCR Part 1 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.
- Anatomy: image-viewing exam of ~100 images in ~90 minutes
- Physics: single-best-answer MCQ (~40 questions) in ~2 hours
- Modules are independent — pass each separately
- Radiological anatomy across all body systems
- Imaging physics: radiation, CT, MRI, ultrasound, radionuclide imaging, safety
- Image-recognition speed for the anatomy module
- Anatomy image cases and physics single-best-answer banks
- Time each module separately
- Target the standard-set pass mark for both
Where FRCR Part 1 can take you
A strong FRCR Part 1 result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Clinical radiology training
- Two independent modules
Best books & official prep for FRCR Part 1
- First FRCR Physics & Anatomy revision books — Various
- FRCR Part 1 question banks — Various
Official practice: Register and prepare from the RCR guidance notes on rcr.ac.uk; the two modules are independent, so you can pass one and resit the other — prepare anatomy image recognition and imaging physics.
Previous-year papers: The RCR publishes sample questions and guidance for the First FRCR.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the FRCR Part 1 exam pattern?
- FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) contains 55 questions across 1 section: FRCR Part 1 (55 Q). Total duration is 180 minutes (about 196 seconds per question).
- Does FRCR Part 1 have negative marking?
- No — FRCR Part 1 has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is FRCR Part 1 scored?
- Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. FRCR Part 1 (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise FRCR Part 1 online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length FRCR Part 1 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 FRCR Part 1?
- FRCR Part 1 is rated Elite difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months. FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) · MCQ. United Kingdom examination. · Official language: English.
- How long is the FRCR Part 1 exam?
- FRCR Part 1 runs for 180 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in FRCR Part 1?
- FRCR Part 1 is split into: FRCR Part 1 (55 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. FRCR Part 1 (Radiology) · MCQ. United Kingdom examination. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during FRCR Part 1?
- No special tools are required. Note: real exam is proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow you can enable.
- Is the FRCR Part 1 test adaptive?
- No — FRCR Part 1 is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many FRCR Part 1 mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct FRCR Part 1 variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 2750 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free FRCR Part 1 test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge FRCR Part 1 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 FRCR Part 1 previous year question–style papers included?
- Every FRCR Part 1 mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 55-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free FRCR Part 1 mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's FRCR Part 1 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 FRCR Part 1 mock test on mobile?
- Yes. FRCR Part 1 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 FRCR Part 1 syllabus?
- The FRCR Part 1 syllabus maps to its 1 section: FRCR Part 1 (55 Q). 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 FRCR Part 1?
- Eligibility for FRCR Part 1 — 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 FRCR Part 1 practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the FRCR Part 1 exam and how should I prepare?
- Official FRCR Part 1 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 FRCR Part 1 mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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