MRCPCH AKP 2027 Diet-1 Exam Dates, Application & Booking Process

Ready to take the next step towards your MRCPCH qualification? If you’re planning to sit the MRCPCH AKP 2027.1 Exam, early planning can make all the difference. With the exam scheduled for 20 January 2027 and applications opening on 2 November 2026, knowing the key dates and requirements is essential. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the MRCPCH AKP 2027.1 exam dates and booking process.

MRCPCH AKP Diet-1 2026: Important dates 

• Exam date: Wednesday, 20 January
• Applications open: From Monday, 2 November, 9:30 (GMT)
• Applications close (online invigilation): Friday, 6 November
• Applications close (test centres): Monday, 9 November

Before you Apply

• Before you can apply for an exam, you must be registered for an exam account. Do this at least 10 days before the application window.
• You can only apply during the application period, which is usually one week or longer. The application period always opens at 09:30 GMT (local time in the UK) on the first day and closes at 16:00 GMT on the last day.
• You can use the online booking system from any up-to-date browser, such as Chrome, Edge or Safari (Internet Explorer is not supported). We suggest you use a desktop or laptop computer and not a mobile device.

Booking Process 

• Log in to your RCPCH online account. 
• Go to the Exams section and click Apply.
• Open Available Bookings and select the theory exam you are eligible for. 
• Choose your preferred exam format and location (where applicable). 
• Complete all required fields in the application form. 
• Review your details carefully before submitting. 
• Pay the exam fee using a debit or credit card.
• After a successful payment, you'll receive a confirmation email.

About 3-4 weeks before the exam, they will email you an admissions document with full details about timings and location.

Exam Day Requirements

Your admissions document will be emailed to you about 3-4 weeks before your booked exam. This document has the information you need to sit your exam. You will need to bring a hard copy of a valid form of ID to the exam along with a hard copy of your admission document.