Last updated on 05-October-2026, by Dr. Muhammad 
FCPS Exam Questions Answered
Doctors and dentists have asked us about re-sitting FCPS Part I, applying from abroad, the syllabus, exam dates and results. Below are the key facts for 2027, followed by our replies to each reader's question, checked against the latest CPSP notices.
FCPS Part I key facts for 2027
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Dates: 5 January, 6 April, 6 July and 5 October 2027. You may sit three of the four sessions in one year.
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Format: computer-based; two papers of 100 single best answer MCQs, two hours each.
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Eligibility: MBBS (or BDS for Dentistry) registered with the PMDC, a one-year house job and valid PMDC registration.
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Fee: Rs. 25,050 for the January 2027 exam, paid at Meezan Bank or by card.
The full eligibility rules, centres and how long a pass stays valid are in our guide to what FCPS is and who can apply.
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Questions from readers over time — tap any question to expand it and see our reply.
"I failed FCPS. How can I re-attend this year from Canada?" — Hiba Khan (Canada)
"I have appeared for the FCPS exam but the result is fail. How can I re attend the exam this year from Canada."
Hiba Khan
Medical Qualification: MBBS
City, Country: Canada
Team Interface: FCPS Part I is held four times a year, and you may sit three sessions in any one year, so you can re-apply for the next session. Repeaters apply online on the CPSP website using the repeater form and their enrolment number. The January 2027 notice lists exam centres in Pakistan only, so you would normally travel to sit the exam; CPSP also has regional offices in Saudi Arabia, Nepal and the UK, so check the CPSP website for any overseas option. The next sessions are on 5 January and 6 April 2027. Our guide to
preparing for FCPS Part I can help you plan your next attempt.
"What is the FCPS Part I syllabus, and which books should I use?" — Dr Maria (Karachi, Pakistan)
"Can you please send me the details of syllabus for FCPS part 1 exam. What book should i perfere for this ."
Dr Maria
Medical Qualification: MBBS
City, Country: Karachi, Pakistan
Team Interface: FCPS Part I tests the basic medical sciences applied to clinical practice, in two papers of 100 single best answer MCQs. Paper II is specific to the subject group you choose, such as Medicine & Allied or Surgery & Allied. CPSP does not publish a required book list, so use standard basic-science textbooks and plenty of MCQ practice. CPSP also runs an online Basic Medical Sciences Course (the next runs from 26 October to 18 December 2026). Try our free
FCPS Part I sample questions to see the question style.
"What is the FCPS exam schedule?" — Dr Sharmin (USA)
"please let me know that exam schedule of FCPS held in 2027."
Dr Sharmin
Medical Qualification: Dentist
City, Country: USA
Team Interface: CPSP has published its 2027 schedule. FCPS Part I is on 5 January, 6 April, 6 July and 5 October 2027. The Intermediate Module and FCPS Part II in the major subjects are on 16 February and 17 August 2027, and FCPS Part II in the other subjects on 13 April and 28 September 2027. Dentists sit FCPS Part I in the Dentistry group with a BDS registered with the PMDC.
"I work in Saudi Arabia and want to sit FCPS. What about my documents?" — ALI (KSA)
"Im working in KSA ,WANT TO APPEAR IN FCPS EXAM ,MY DOCUMENT WERE VARIEFIED, WHEN I CAME HERE FOR EXAM."
ALI
Medical Qualification: mbbs
City, Country: KSA
Team Interface: CPSP has a regional centre in Saudi Arabia and has listed an FCPS Part I application form for Saudi Arabia, but the January 2027 notice names centres in Pakistan only, so check the CPSP website for the current Saudi option. Wherever you sit, you need an MBBS registered with the PMDC, a completed one-year house job and valid PMDC registration. You apply online in two steps and upload scans of your original documents as PDFs. If some permanent certificates are not ready, CPSP can give provisional permission, but your result is released only after you submit them.
"I am a dentist. How do I apply, and what is the exam date and pattern?" — Neha (UAE)
"i am a dentist ....i would like to know how to apply for FCPS exam,the exam date and the question pattern."
Neha
Medical Qualification: bds
City, Country: UAE
Team Interface: Dentists sit FCPS Part I in the Dentistry group. You need a BDS registered with the PMDC, a one-year house job completed before the exam and valid PMDC registration. Apply online on the CPSP website, pay the Rs. 25,050 fee and upload your documents as PDFs. The exam is computer-based, with two papers of 100 single best answer MCQs, two hours each. The next dates are 5 January, 6 April, 6 July and 5 October 2027.
"My FCPS results have not come yet. What should I do?" — Alishba (Karachi)
"I have attended FCPS exam but results are not yet came what should I do ? "
Alishba
Medical Qualification: MBBS
City, Country: Karachi
Team Interface: FCPS Part I results are shown in your CPSP e-Portal account, so log in there first. If you sat on provisional documents, CPSP releases the result only after you submit your permanent certificates. If it is still missing, contact the CPSP examinations department at examinations@cpsp.edu.pk or fcps1@cpsp.edu.pk, or call 111-606-606. If you think your marks are wrong, you can ask for a recount for Rs. 2,000; papers are not re-marked.
Practise for FCPS Part I
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FCPS Part 1 Qbank has 3000+ basic-science MCQs with answers, explanations and timed tests by topic.
Frequently asked questions
> Can I re-sit FCPS Part I in the same year?
Yes. FCPS Part I is held four times a year and you may sit three of those sessions in one year, applying online as a repeater.
> Can dentists take FCPS Part I?
Yes. Dentists sit FCPS Part I in the Dentistry group with a BDS registered with the PMDC, a one-year house job and valid PMDC registration.
> Can I take FCPS Part I outside Pakistan?
CPSP has regional offices in Saudi Arabia, Nepal and the UK, but the January 2027 notice lists centres in Pakistan only, so check the CPSP website for current overseas options.
> Where do I see my FCPS Part I result?
In your CPSP e-Portal account. For problems, contact examinations@cpsp.edu.pk or fcps1@cpsp.edu.pk, or call 111-606-606.
For the whole route from Part I to the final exam, see our FCPS exam page. Have another question? Contact us.
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