Master the AMC Exam with GdayDoctor

Checked 26 August 2026 against the AMC and Medical Board of Australia schedules. AMC assessment: portfolio application $642, CAT MCQ authorisation $2,920, and the clinical examination $3,000 in person or $3,400 online — the online sitting carries a $400 levy. That is $6,562 for the in-person route. AHPRA is separate, and it charges two fees at the same time: the Medical Board schedule states that both an application fee and a registration fee are payable when you apply, so general registration is $1,661 plus $1,102, or $2,763 (NSW registrants pay $925 instead of $1,102 after a rebate). Budget roughly $9,300 all up if you pass each stage first time — before English testing, primary source verification, travel and accommodation. Two things to diarise: the Medical Board's current schedule took effect 1 August 2026, and medical registration renews every 30 September. The AMC also adds a 0.96% card surcharge. Verify at amc.org.au and medicalboard.gov.au. Our preparation course is separate from official exam fees.

Pass rates vary by sitting. AMC has historically published MCQ pass rates around 47-51% overall and Clinical exam pass rates around 24%. These figures move year to year — verify current statistics directly with the Australian Medical Council at amc.org.au. Thorough preparation is essential, particularly for the Clinical exam, which requires dedicated practice with OSCE-style stations.

You cannot practice as a registered doctor until you pass both exams and receive AHPRA registration. However, you may work in other healthcare roles or supervised positions under specific registration categories while preparing.

The complete process typically takes 12-24 months, including document verification (EPIC/ECFMG), exam preparation, passing both MCQ and Clinical exams, and final AHPRA registration. Starting preparation early is key to success.

You must hold a primary medical qualification from a recognized institution, have completed at least 12 months of supervised clinical practice, and meet English language requirements (IELTS Academic 7.0 in each band, OET B in each component, or PTE Academic 65 in each section).