MCCQE Part I (Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part I) — Free Online Mock Test
MCCQE Part I · Medical Council of Canada · one-day computer-based exam, now all multiple-choice (~230 questions in two 160-min sections), scored 300–600 (pass 439). A required step toward the LMCC; offered in English and French. · Official language: English & French.
MCCQE Part I exam at a glance
MCCQE Part I key facts & eligibility
| Conducting body | Medical Council of Canada (MCC). |
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| Official website | mcc.ca — MCCQE Part I ↗ |
| Mode | A one-day, computer-based exam delivered at Prometric test centres in Canada and 70+ countries, in two sections of 160 minutes each (about a 6–6.5 hour appointment). |
| Frequency | Offered in four sessions (windows) per year. |
| Scoring & marking | About 230 single-best-answer multiple-choice questions split into two sections of roughly 115 items each. Since April 2025 the exam is entirely multiple-choice — the afternoon Clinical Decision Making section was removed. Results are reported on a 300–600 scale (mean 450) with a passing score of 439, set by MCC standard-setting; the outcome is pass/fail with a total scaled score. (The former 100–400 scale with a 226 pass is no longer used.) |
| Score validity | A pass is permanent and satisfies one of the eligibility criteria toward the Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada (LMCC). |
| Language | English and French (candidates choose their language). |
Who is eligible for MCCQE Part I?
Medical students completing, or graduates of, a CACMS-accredited Canadian medical school, a school in the World Directory of Medical Schools with a Canada Sponsor Note, or an AOA-accredited US osteopathic school. It is a step on the LMCC pathway.
Last verified August 2026 against MCC — MCCQE Part I, MCC — eligibility and application. 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. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
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MCCQE Part I (120 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 Part I (pass 700/1000).
How MCCQE Part I is conducted
- Mode
- Test format
- Backtracking
- Mark for review
MCCQE Part I time strategy
With 120 questions in 200 minutes, you have about 100 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
- MCCQE Part I (120 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):
MCCQE Part I (120 Q)
- Clinical — Cardiology · 4
- Clinical — Respiratory · 4
- Clinical — Gastroenterology · 4
- Clinical — Endocrinology · 4
- Clinical — Neurology · 4
- Clinical — Infectious Disease · 3
- Clinical — Renal · 3
- Clinical — Surgery · 3
MCCQE Part I difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
MCCQE Part I · Medical Council of Canada · one-day computer-based exam, now all multiple-choice (~230 questions in two 160-min sections), scored 300–600 (pass 439). A required step toward the LMCC; offered in English and French. · Official language: English & French.
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Expert take: what MCCQE Part I really tests
The MCCQE Part I is a one-day, computer-based exam assessing the medical knowledge and clinical decision-making needed for entry into supervised practice in Canada. Since 2025 it is an all-multiple-choice exam (~230 questions in two 160-minute sections), scored 300–600 with a passing score of 439, and is a required step toward the LMCC.
Preparation tips
- Study directly against the MCC Examination Objectives (CanMEDS-based) — the exam is built from them.
- Use MCC’s own PE / PE-Lite practice tests to get familiar with the current all-MCQ format and platform.
- Practise timed single-best-answer questions to build the pace for two 160-minute MCQ sections.
⚠️ Common mistakes to avoid
- Studying from outdated resources that still include the Clinical Decision Making short-answer cases — that section was removed in 2025.
- Referencing the old 100–400 scale (pass 226); the current scale is 300–600 with a passing score of 439.
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.
- Study directly against the MCC Examination Objectives (organised by CanMEDS roles)
- Build broad clinical knowledge across disciplines
- Map your weak areas to the objectives
- Use MCC’s PE / PE-Lite practice tests to learn the current all-MCQ format
- Note the Clinical Decision Making section was removed in 2025
- Practise single-best-answer reasoning
- Practise the pace for two 160-minute MCQ sections
- Target the 300–600 scale (pass 439)
- Rest before the one-day exam
Where MCCQE Part I can take you
A strong MCCQE Part I result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
- Toward the LMCC
- Medical licensure in Canada
- Residency pathway
Best books & official prep for MCCQE Part I
- MCC Examination Objectives (CanMEDS-based) — Medical Council of Canada
- MCC Preparatory Examination (PE / PE-Lite) — Medical Council of Canada
Official practice: The MCC publishes its Examination Objectives and official practice tests (the Preparatory Examination and PE-Lite) on mcc.ca; study against the current all-MCQ format.
Previous-year papers: The MCC does not release past papers; its official practice examinations are the closest equivalent.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MCCQE Part I exam pattern?
- Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination Part I contains 120 questions across 1 section: MCCQE Part I (120 Q). Total duration is 200 minutes (about 100 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: 100 to 1000. MCCQE Part I (pass 700/1000).
- How can I practise MCCQE Part I online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length MCCQE Part I 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 MCCQE Part I?
- MCCQE Part I is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. MCCQE Part I · Medical Council of Canada · one-day computer-based exam, now all multiple-choice (~230 questions in two 160-min sections), scored 300–600 (pass 439). A required step toward the LMCC; offered in English and French. · Official language: English & French.
- How long is the MCCQE Part I exam?
- MCCQE Part I runs for 200 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 MCCQE Part I?
- MCCQE Part I is split into: MCCQE Part I (120 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. MCCQE Part I · Medical Council of Canada · one-day computer-based exam, now all multiple-choice (~230 questions in two 160-min sections), scored 300–600 (pass 439). A required step toward the LMCC; offered in English and French. · Official language: English & French.
- What tools or aids are allowed during MCCQE Part I?
- 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 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 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 6000 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 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 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 120-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 1 section: MCCQE Part I (120 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?
- Eligibility for MCCQE Part I — 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 MCCQE Part I practice: 10 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 10 free MCCQE Part I mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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