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Part 1 MRCOG: regulations
Part 1 MRCOG: exam calendar
Part 1 MRCOG: FAQs
Part 1 MRCOG: syllabus
Part 1 MRCOG: format
Part 1 MRCOG: sample SBAs
Part 1 MRCOG: revision resources
Part 1 MRCOG: venue details
Part 1 MRCOG: candidate instructions

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Part 1 MRCOG: format


This page provides information about the format of the Part 1 MRCOG exam, including number of papers and question
types.

The Part 1 MRCOG consists of a written examination. Candidates must pass Part 1 MRCOG before taking Part 2
MRCOG.

Written exam
There are two written papers, each consisting of 100 single best answer questions (SBAs). Each paper counts for the
same amount of marks (i.e. paper 1 counts for 50% of the overall mark, and paper 2 also counts for 50% of the overall
mark). There is no minimum score required for each paper and the outcome is determined only by a candidates overall
(combined) mark.

Timetable
SBA paper 1
Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)
Number of questions: 100 SBAs

Lunch break (approximately 1 hour)

SBA paper 2

Duration: 2.5 hours (150 minutes)


Number of questions: 100 SBAs

Question types
For more information on single best answer questions, please see the SBA general instructions and the Part 1 sample
SBA questions.

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