OET for GMC registration
OET for GMC registration
If you want to work as a doctor in the UK, you need to first apply to join the General Medical Council's (GMC) register. OET is an accepted English test to provide evidence of your knowledge of English for the GMC registration process. OET Medicine in the only English test designed specifically for doctors and uses real healthcare scenarios so you’ll feel more confident on test day. Start your GMC registration journey and book your test today.


OET process for GMC registration
Step 1 - Prepare for OET
Study using official OET preparation resources, including videos, guides, and free sample tests.
Step 2 - Book your test
Choose from: OET on Paper at a test venue, OET on Computer at a test venue or OET@Home® (select candidates only).
Step 3 - Test Day
You will sit OET on your test date, completing each of the four sub-tests.
OET abides by testing protocols that work to safeguard health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Step 4 - Receive Your Results
Your results will be published approximately 12 business days after test day.
Step 5 - Share your results
Give the General Medical Council (GMC) access to your results through your OET account.
Practice Material
Find preparation material and understand each sub-test in more detail.
Prepare for success
Preparation for OET is key, even for those with a high level of English proficiency. OET is not a multiple-choice test and the test tasks are demanding.
An extensive array of preparation materials is available to all candidates and our education team regularly emphasises the importance of all test-takers being familiar with both the test construct and the assessment criteria. We advise that you prepare thoroughly before attempting OET
