Ready to book your PLAB test?
If you’ve read our guides and meet the requirements, you're ready to book your test. To book PLAB 1, you'll need to set up a GMC Online account. To book PLAB 2, log in to GMC Online.
Coronavirus - information for candidates who are taking PLAB exams
We’re continually reviewing our arrangements for PLAB 1 based on advice from governments in the countries where exams are held. We’re also working with the British Council and suppliers that host PLAB 1, to understand their availability and suitability over the coming months.
We’ve cancelled all PLAB 2 tests until at least 29 June 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic. We’re considering how we can run tests in the future, in light of the latest guidance from the UK government on social distancing and safe workplaces.
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Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board
The Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board test, or the PLAB test, helps us to make sure doctors who qualified abroad have the right knowledge and skills to practise medicine in the UK. There are two parts to the PLAB test.
Coronavirus and PLAB tests
Latest updates on how coronavirus could affect your PLAB test.
Your guide to the PLAB tests
Learn more about each part of tests you'll need to take, before booking your test below
PLAB examiners
Find out what it's like to be a PLAB examiner and how you go about becoming one.
PLAB test blueprint
Download the PLAB blueprint, which sets out the knowledge, skills and behaviours expected of candidates.
Information for employers
Find out how we assess international doctors and what the PLAB test involves
