MRCPsych Paper B — Free Online Mock Test

MRCPsych Paper B exam at a glance

MRCPsych Paper B key facts & eligibility

Who is eligible for MRCPsych Paper B?

Doctors in psychiatry training who meet the RCPsych requirements (typically after a period of post-foundation psychiatry experience).

Last verified July 2026 against RCPsych — exams. Always confirm current details on the official website before you register.

MRCPsych Paper B section breakdown

The MRCPsych Paper B 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.

• MRCPsych Paper B (55 Q)
  55 questions · 180 minutes · ~196 sec/question

MRCPsych Paper B scoring & marking scheme

Strategy: MRCPsych Paper B has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.

Scale: MRCPsych Paper B (pass 700/1000).

How MRCPsych Paper B is conducted

• Mode
  Proctored — Wrexa Edge mirrors this with a webcam-based proctoring flow (face detection, room scan, fullscreen lock, tab-switch detection).
• 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.

MRCPsych Paper B 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:

• MRCPsych Paper B (55 Q)
  Target ~196 sec/question. If a question takes more than 294 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.

MRCPsych Paper B topics covered

Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of MRCPsych Paper B, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):

MRCPsych Paper B (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

MRCPsych Paper B difficulty calibration

Advanced tier. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep.

MRCPsych Paper B · MCQ. United Kingdom examination. · Official language: English.

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How Wrexa Edge prepares you for MRCPsych Paper B

• Real test-day interface
  Our cert skin mirrors the actual MRCPsych Paper B testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
• 50 distinct variants
  2750 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 real MRCPsych Paper B test-day conditions.
• Free to start
  No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first MRCPsych Paper B mock starts in under a minute.

Expert take: what MRCPsych Paper B really tests

MRCPsych Paper B, from the Royal College of Psychiatrists, is the second written paper on the path to Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists — the standard UK postgraduate psychiatry qualification. It has about 150 questions for 150 marks in 3 hours (roughly two-thirds Single Best Answer and one-third Extended Matching Items), with about a third on critical review/appraisal (research methods and statistics) and two-thirds on clinical topics. Both written papers must be passed before the CASC clinical exam.

MRCPsych Paper B 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.

Where MRCPsych Paper B can take you

A strong MRCPsych Paper B result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:

• Toward MRCPsych
  Passing Paper B (with Paper A and CASC) leads to Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
• UK psychiatry training
  MRCPsych is required to progress in UK higher psychiatry training.

Best books & official prep for MRCPsych Paper B

• MRCPsych Paper B revision guides & question banks — Various
  Cover critical appraisal/statistics plus clinical psychiatry and psychopharmacology.
• Critical-appraisal practice — Various
  A distinct component of Paper B — practise interpreting studies and statistics.

Official practice: Prepare from the RCPsych syllabus and Paper B question banks on rcpsych.ac.uk; build both critical-appraisal and clinical knowledge.

Previous-year papers: RCPsych publishes sample questions and the exam blueprint.

Frequently asked questions

What is the MRCPsych Paper B exam pattern?

MRCPsych Paper B contains 55 questions across 1 section: MRCPsych Paper B (55 Q). Total duration is 180 minutes (about 196 seconds per question).

Does MRCPsych Paper B have negative marking?

No — MRCPsych Paper B has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.

How is MRCPsych Paper B scored?

Scaled score range: 100 to 1000. MRCPsych Paper B (pass 700/1000).

How can I practise MRCPsych Paper B online for free?

Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length MRCPsych Paper B 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 MRCPsych Paper B?

MRCPsych Paper B is rated Advanced difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Advanced-level: high-stakes exam with rigorous content depth. Expect 4-8 months of structured prep. MRCPsych Paper B · MCQ. United Kingdom examination. · Official language: English.

How long is the MRCPsych Paper B exam?

MRCPsych Paper B 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 MRCPsych Paper B?

MRCPsych Paper B is split into: MRCPsych Paper B (55 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. MRCPsych Paper B · MCQ. United Kingdom examination. · Official language: English.

What tools or aids are allowed during MRCPsych Paper B?

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 MRCPsych Paper B test adaptive?

No — MRCPsych Paper B is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.

How many MRCPsych Paper B mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?

Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct MRCPsych Paper B 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 MRCPsych Paper B test series 2026?

Yes. The Wrexa Edge MRCPsych Paper B 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 MRCPsych Paper B previous year question–style papers included?

Every MRCPsych Paper B 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 MRCPsych Paper B mock test online?

Wrexa Edge's MRCPsych Paper B 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 MRCPsych Paper B mock test on mobile?

Yes. MRCPsych Paper B 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 MRCPsych Paper B syllabus?

The MRCPsych Paper B syllabus maps to its 1 section: MRCPsych Paper B (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 MRCPsych Paper B?

Eligibility for MRCPsych Paper B — 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 MRCPsych Paper B practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.

When is the MRCPsych Paper B exam and how should I prepare?

Official MRCPsych Paper B 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 MRCPsych Paper B mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.

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