MCCQE Part I (Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part I) — Free Online Mock Test
230 MCQ split across 2 sections (~115 each, up to 2h 40m per section). Optional 45-min break between sections. · Official language: English & French.
MCCQE Part I exam at a glance
MCCQE Part I full-length mock tests
Attempt 50 full-length MCCQE Part I mock tests, each a distinct question set built on the real 230-question, 320-minute pattern — with instant scoring and section-wise analysis. The first 3 are free.
MCCQE Part I key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Medical Council of Canada (MCC) |
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| Official website | mcc.ca ↗ |
| Mode | A one-day, computer-based examination delivered in Canada and in over 70 countries. The MCC updated the exam’s name from “MCCQE Part I” to simply “MCCQE” effective 1 April 2026. |
| Frequency | Offered in multiple sessions per year, by appointment. |
| Scoring & marking | The exam is a 6.5-hour appointment: the first four hours are 210 multiple-choice questions (each with three to five options), and the final three-and-a-half hours are 38 Clinical Decision-Making (CDM) cases with one to four questions each. It assesses the medical knowledge and clinical decision-making expected at the point of completing a Canadian medical degree, and is a key step toward the Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada (LMCC). |
| Score validity | A pass contributes toward the LMCC and the licensure process in Canada. |
| Language | English and French. |
Who is eligible for MCCQE Part I?
Open to graduates and final-year students of medical schools accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (or LCME), schools listed in the World Directory with a Canada sponsor note, or AOA-accredited U.S. schools of osteopathic medicine. You may take it up to four times.
Last verified July 2026 against MCCQE — Medical Council of Canada. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.
MCCQE Part I section breakdown
The MCCQE Part I 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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MCQ — Section 1 (115 Q)
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MCQ — Section 2 (115 Q)
MCCQE Part I scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: MCCQE Part I has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: MCCQE I (scaled 300-600, pass 439).
How MCCQE Part I is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
Tools available during the MCCQE Part I exam
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Lab Values
Wrexa Edge renders these tools inside the mock test exactly as they appear on the real MCCQE Part I exam — same shortcuts, same behaviour.
MCCQE Part I time strategy
With 230 questions in 320 minutes, you have about 83 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- MCQ — Section 1 (115 Q)
- MCQ — Section 2 (115 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.
MCCQE Part I topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of MCCQE Part I, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
MCQ — Section 1 (115 Q)
- Obstetrics · 10
- Obstetric Emergencies · 10
- Neonatology · 9
- Respiratory · 7
- Schizophrenia & Psychosis · 7
- Gastroenterology · 6
- Hepatobiliary · 6
- Trauma · 6
MCQ — Section 2 (115 Q)
- Gynaecology · 15
- Paediatric Infections · 7
- Neurology · 6
- Urology · 6
- Vascular · 6
- Antimicrobials · 6
- Rheumatology · 5
- Gynaecologic Oncology · 5
MCCQE Part I difficulty calibration
Elite tier. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months.
230 MCQ split across 2 sections (~115 each, up to 2h 40m per section). Optional 45-min break between sections. · Official language: English & French.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's MCCQE Part I bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for MCCQE Part I
- Real test-day interface
- 50 distinct variants
- Detailed analytics
- Spaced repetition (Notebook)
- Optional proctoring
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MCCQE Part I 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.
- Work through the MCC objectives across disciplines
- Consolidate clinical knowledge with Toronto Notes
- Start MCQ practice by system
- Practise the Clinical Decision-Making case format specifically
- Work management and investigation reasoning
- Target weak disciplines
- MCC self-administered practice test under time
- Rehearse the 6.5-hour MCQ + CDM structure
- Review weak areas
Where MCCQE Part I can take you
A strong MCCQE Part I result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Toward the LMCC
- Canadian licensure & residency
- Clinical readiness
- International recognition
Best books & official prep for MCCQE Part I
- MCC self-administered practice test & Clinical Decision-Making cases — MCC
- Toronto Notes — University of Toronto
Official practice: Practise the CDM case format specifically — it is unlike standard MCQs — and use the MCC objectives and self-assessment to target weak areas.
Previous-year papers: The MCC provides an official practice test and sample CDM cases rather than past papers.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MCCQE Part I exam pattern?
- Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part I contains 230 questions across 2 sections: MCQ — Section 1 (115 Q), MCQ — Section 2 (115 Q). Total duration is 320 minutes (about 83 seconds per question).
- Does MCCQE Part I have negative marking?
- No — MCCQE Part I has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is MCCQE Part I scored?
- Scaled score range: 300 to 600. MCCQE I (scaled 300-600, pass 439).
- How can I practise MCCQE Part I online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 3 free full-length MCCQE Part I mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 47 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of MCCQE Part I?
- MCCQE Part I is rated Elite difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months. 230 MCQ split across 2 sections (~115 each, up to 2h 40m per section). Optional 45-min break between sections. · Official language: English & French.
- How long is the MCCQE Part I exam?
- MCCQE Part I runs for 320 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 MCCQE Part I?
- MCCQE Part I is split into: MCQ — Section 1 (115 Q), MCQ — Section 2 (115 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. 230 MCQ split across 2 sections (~115 each, up to 2h 40m per section). Optional 45-min break between sections. · Official language: English & French.
- What tools or aids are allowed during MCCQE Part I?
- Built-in lab values reference table (USMLE-style).
- Is the MCCQE Part I test adaptive?
- No — MCCQE Part I is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many MCCQE Part I mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct MCCQE Part I variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 3 free for everyone and 47 more with Pro. That's 11500 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free MCCQE Part I test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge MCCQE Part I test series for 2026 gives you 3 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are MCCQE Part I previous year question–style papers included?
- Every MCCQE Part I mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 230-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free MCCQE Part I mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's MCCQE Part I 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 MCCQE Part I mock test on mobile?
- Yes. MCCQE Part I 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 MCCQE Part I syllabus?
- The MCCQE Part I syllabus maps to its 2 sections: MCQ — Section 1 (115 Q), MCQ — Section 2 (115 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 MCCQE Part I?
- Open to graduates and final-year students of medical schools accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (or LCME), schools listed in the World Directory with a Canada sponsor note, or AOA-accredited U.S. schools of osteopathic medicine. You may take it up to four times. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic MCCQE Part I practice: 3 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the MCCQE Part I exam and how should I prepare?
- Official MCCQE Part I 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 3 free MCCQE Part I mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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