MRCGP AKT (MRCGP Applied Knowledge Test (RCGP)) — Free Online Mock Test
Major Oct 2025 redesign: 160 Q single CBT paper / 160 min (60 sec/Q). Content-weighted ~80% clinical medicine + 10% EBM + 10% organisation/informatics — not separately timed. Single Angoff-derived pass mark across whole paper. 4 sittings/year. · Official language: English.
Advanced
United Kingdom
Medical Licensing
160 questions
160 min
50 distinct variants
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MRCGP AKT exam at a glance
MRCGP AKT section breakdown
The MRCGP AKT 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.
MRCGP AKT scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: MRCGP AKT has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: MRCGP AKT (Angoff pass mark, single threshold).
How MRCGP AKT 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 MRCGP AKT exam
Wrexa Edge renders these tools inside the mock test exactly as they appear on the real MRCGP AKT exam — same shortcuts, same behaviour.
MRCGP AKT time strategy
With 160 questions in 160 minutes, you have about 60 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per Q)
Target ~60 sec/question. If a question takes more than 90 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.
MRCGP AKT topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of MRCGP AKT, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per Q)
- Reading — Trade History · 6
- Reading — Vaccines · 6
- Reading — Neural Networks · 6
- Clinical — Cardiology · 4
- Clinical — Respiratory · 4
- Clinical — Gastroenterology · 4
- Clinical — Endocrinology · 4
- Clinical — Neurology · 4
Sample MRCGP AKT questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge MRCGP AKT bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per 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.
MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per Q) · Step 2 — PE Workup
Q2. 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.
MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per Q) · Step 2 — Pulmonary TB
Q3. 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.
MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per Q) · Step 2 — Variceal Bleed
Q4. A patient with hematemesis (variceal source suspected) and known cirrhosis requires:
Why: Correct answer: C — IV octreotide + IV ceftriaxone (SBP prophylaxis) + urgent EGD with band ligation. Topic: Step 2 — Variceal Bleed.
MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per Q) · Step 2 — H. pylori
Q5. Triple therapy for H. pylori eradication (standard PPI-based):
Why: Correct answer: D — PPI + amoxicillin + clarithromycin × 14 days (or substitute metronidazole if PCN allergy). Topic: Step 2 — H. pylori.
MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per Q) · Step 2 — Colorectal Cancer Screening
Q6. A 55-year-old with new constipation, weight loss, and microcytic anemia should undergo:
Why: Correct answer: A — Colonoscopy — to rule out colorectal cancer (iron-deficiency anemia + change in bowel habits = red flag). Topic: Step 2 — Colorectal Cancer Screening.
These are a handful of the 8000 unique MRCGP AKT questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
MRCGP AKT difficulty calibration
Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.
Major Oct 2025 redesign: 160 Q single CBT paper / 160 min (60 sec/Q). Content-weighted ~80% clinical medicine + 10% EBM + 10% organisation/informatics — not separately timed. Single Angoff-derived pass mark across whole paper. 4 sittings/year. · Official language: English.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's MRCGP AKT bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for MRCGP AKT
Real test-day interface
Our vignette skin mirrors the actual MRCGP AKT testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
8000 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
No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first MRCGP AKT mock starts in under a minute.
MRCGP AKT 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 — MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per Q) — 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 MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per 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 MRCGP AKT 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 MRCGP AKT can take you
A strong MRCGP AKT 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 MRCGP AKT exam pattern?
- MRCGP Applied Knowledge Test (RCGP) contains 160 questions across 1 section: MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per Q). Total duration is 160 minutes (about 60 seconds per question).
- Does MRCGP AKT have negative marking?
- No — MRCGP AKT has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is MRCGP AKT scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. MRCGP AKT (Angoff pass mark, single threshold).
- How can I practise MRCGP AKT online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length MRCGP AKT 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 MRCGP AKT?
- MRCGP AKT is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. Major Oct 2025 redesign: 160 Q single CBT paper / 160 min (60 sec/Q). Content-weighted ~80% clinical medicine + 10% EBM + 10% organisation/informatics — not separately timed. Single Angoff-derived pass mark across whole paper. 4 sittings/year. · Official language: English.
- How long is the MRCGP AKT exam?
- MRCGP AKT runs for 160 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including mandatory inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in MRCGP AKT?
- MRCGP AKT is split into: MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. Major Oct 2025 redesign: 160 Q single CBT paper / 160 min (60 sec/Q). Content-weighted ~80% clinical medicine + 10% EBM + 10% organisation/informatics — not separately timed. Single Angoff-derived pass mark across whole paper. 4 sittings/year. · Official language: English.
- What tools or aids are allowed during MRCGP AKT?
- Built-in lab values reference table (USMLE-style).
- Is the MRCGP AKT test adaptive?
- No — MRCGP AKT is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many MRCGP AKT mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct MRCGP AKT variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 8000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free MRCGP AKT test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge MRCGP AKT 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 MRCGP AKT previous year question–style papers included?
- Every MRCGP AKT mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 160-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free MRCGP AKT mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's MRCGP AKT 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 MRCGP AKT mock test on mobile?
- Yes. MRCGP AKT 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 MRCGP AKT syllabus?
- The MRCGP AKT syllabus maps to its 1 section: MRCGP AKT — Single Paper (160 Q · 60s per 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 MRCGP AKT?
- Eligibility for MRCGP AKT — 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 MRCGP AKT practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the MRCGP AKT exam and how should I prepare?
- Official MRCGP AKT 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 MRCGP AKT mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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