Candidates must submit the Withdrawal Request form below (a letter or email will be accepted) to their administrative office as soon as possible, providing their name, RCP code number and date of birth. A withdrawal will not be counted as an attempt.
Candidates can request to withdraw prior to an exam. The amount of fee refunded will vary depending on when the request was submitted as a percentage will be kept to cover administrative costs.
- During the application period: 90%
- After the application period closes and more than 28 days before the examination: 60%
- Within 28 days of an examination: No refund (unless evidence of exceptional circumstances is provided). All requests will be reviewed and decisions are final.
Applications cannot be reinstated after they have been withdrawn.
Requests to withdraw after the exam, along with any supporting documents, must be received within two weeks of the exam date. Where possible, candidates should contact MRCP(UK) or the relevant college before the exam.
'For further information please refer to section 3.10 of the MRCP(UK) Regulations and SCE Regulations.