The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health and the Indian Academy of Pediatrics are pleased to announce that the MRCPCH examinations are held in the following cities across India:

• Bangalore
• Chennai
• Kolkata
• Mumbai
• New Delhi

Contact details for the above centres: India Contact Information.

The MRCPCH examination:

MRCPCH is a UK and international examination in Paediatrics comprising of 3 sections, MRCPCH Part 1, MRCPCH Part 2 and the MRCPCH Clinical Examination.

MRCPCH Part 1 is a written examination consisting of two papers, basic paediatrics (1a) and science of paediatrics (1b)

MRCPCH Part 2 is also a written examination covering the application of knowledge and decision making.

The MRCPCH Clinical is a 10 station practical assessment. Candidates who successfully complete all parts of the MRCPCH Examinations are eligible to become Members of the Royal College.

MRCPCH is open to all who are training in Paediatrics. If you would like to know more, please read the Newcomer's Guide or access the other pages on this site:   MRCPCH Newcomer's Guide (526KB)

Upcoming Examinations in India:

The next MRCPCH Part 1 examination will take place on Tuesday 7th September 2010.  The application period has now closed.

India Part 1 Application Form

Details on how to apply will be similar to the application process for MRCPCH Part 1 Overseas Examination

The next MRCPCH Part 2 examination will take place on Wednesday 8th December 2010.  The application period will open on Monday 27th September 2010 and close on Monday 25th October 2010.

India Part 2 Application Form 

Details on how to apply will be similar to the application process for MRCPCH Part 2 Overseas Examination

 
All applications are to be fully completed and submitted directly to the college.

MRCPCH Part 1 and Part 2 Dates and Fees:

2010 India calendar

2011 India calendar

Please note:

The RCPCH may have to limit the number of places available for the examinations in India, therefore all applications will be accepted on a first come come first served basis. 

For MRCPCH India enquiries:

For any queries regarding the exam in India please email the MRCPCH India team  
Please note the fees will be the same as all current overseas centres.