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All You Need To Know About FRCS

The Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons is often termed as the mark of excellence for surgeons across the globe. This prestigious postgraduate qualification is awarded by the Royal College of Surgeons in the United Kingdom and Ireland.

FRCS Section 1 General Surgery

The FRCS Section 1 exam is the entry-level examination in the journey of achieving the coveted fellowship from Royal College of Surgeons. The primary aim of this examination is to evaluate your knowledge and understanding of basic surgical areas.

  • Number of papers: Two papers
  • Mode of examination: Computer based test
  • Exam format: Single Best Answer (SBAs) questions
  • Number of Questions: 120 questions for each part
  • Exam duration: 2 hours & 15 minutes for each paper

FRCS Section 2 General Surgery

FRCS Section 2 General Surgery is the final gateway in achieving your coveted Fellowship in the Royal College of surgeons. This clinical exam evaluates all oral and clinical aspects of General Surgery. There are separate exam formats for FRCS Section 2 General Surgery under JCIE & JSCFE.

FRCS Section 2 General Surgery Exam – JCIE

  • Mode of examination: Clinical exam + Oral/VIVA

Clinical Examination:

  • General surgery Clinical – 2 short cases (20 mins) + 1 long case (20 mins)
  • Special Interest Clinical – 2 short cases (20 mins) + 1 Long case (20 mins)

Oral/Viva Examination:

  • Number of papers: Four
  • Emergency Surgery/ Trauma/Critical Care
  • General Surgery Principles & Clinical Practice
  • Special Interest Surgery – Clinical Practice
  • Special Interest Surgery – Basic principles & Academic foundation
  • Exam duration: 30 minutes for each paper

FRCS Section 2 General Surgery Exam -JSCFE

Mode of examination: Clinical +Oral/Viva

Clinical Examination:

  • Number of sessions: Two short case sessions -4 cases in each session
  • Exam duration:  30 minutes for each part

Oral/Viva Examination:

  • Number of parts: Three parts
  • Core areas:
  • Emergency Surgery Oral
  • General Surgery Oral
  • Trauma and Critical Care
  • Exam Duration:  30 minutes for each part

FRCS Part 3 Ophthalmology

FRCS Ophthalmology is a highly regarded qualification for IMGs who are looking to improve their knowledge, skills and clinical competencies in Ophthalmology. This exam includes three parts: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3. FRCS Part 3 is the final step to building your dream career as an Ophthalmologist in the UK and Ireland.

  • Mode of examination: Practical exam
  • Number of parts: two parts
  • exam format: Oral examination + clinical examination.

Oral examination

  • Number of parts:3 parts
  • Duration: 20 minutes for each part.

Clinical Examination:

  • Number of prts:4 parts
  • Duration: 12 minutes for each part.

FRCS Eligibility & Application Process

All you need to know about eligibility criteria and application process of FRCS exams in General Surgery and Ophthalmology under JCIE & JSCFE.

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Eligibility Application
Submission & Approval
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Booking your
Application online

Check Your Eligibility ?

To be eligible to apply for FRCS exams in General surgery and Ophthalmology, you must meet certain eligibility requirements. Before you begin the booking process, check your eligibility and make sure you are eligible.

How to apply?

Looking to confirm your slots for the upcoming FRCS exams in General Surgery and Ophthalmology under JCIE and JSCFE? Our team is here to guide you and make your exam booking journey hassle-free.

Exam Fees & Exam Calendar

FRCS Section 1 General Surgery Exam Fees

£1904
£520
£520

November 5, 2024

August 15, 2024
August 15, 2024
June 8, 2024

November 5, 2024

May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024
January 2, 2024

FRCS Section 2 General surgery Exam Fees

£1,352
£1,965

September 4, 2024

May 20, 2024
May 20, 2024
January 1, 2024

November 5, 2024

April 25, 2024
April 25, 2024
January 1, 2024

FRCS Part 3 Ophthalmology Exam Fees

£164

June 10, 2024

January 28, 2024
January 28, 2024
August 29, 2024

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