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PLAB — Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board test

PLAB (Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board test) is awarded by GMC and is required or strongly preferred for international medical graduates seeking GMC registration. Typical cost is £255 (Part 1), £934 (Part 2) and most candidates complete it in 6–12 months.

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PLAB is awarded by GMC and required for international medical graduates seeking GMC registration. Budget £255 (Part 1), £934 (Part 2) and around 6–12 months from first application to result.

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Snapshot

FieldDetail
Awarding bodyGMC
CountryUnited Kingdom
Who it is forinternational medical graduates seeking GMC registration
Cost£255 (Part 1), £934 (Part 2)
Typical duration6–12 months
Relevant professionsPhysician, General Practitioner

Step-by-step pathway

  1. 1Meet English requirements (IELTS/OET)
  2. 2Pass PLAB 1
  3. 3Pass PLAB 2 OSCE
  4. 4Apply for GMC registration with licence to practise

Who should take it

  • Physician
  • General Practitioner

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