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Planning to take FRCR Part 2A in April 2026 and have not booked your seat yet? If so, here is an important update for you. The booking window for the above-mentioned exam will close soon. As per the official information, the booking window, which was opened on 20th October 2025, will close on 13 February 2026. So, if you are serious about taking the exam this April, you must act fast, as there are only a few days left to secure your seat.
Here, we will give you the complete details regarding the exam, including the format of the exam, all the important dates, and the eligibility criteria for it.
What is FRCR Part 2A?
FRCR Part 2A is the second step you need to clear in order to achieve the fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists. The exam consists of two separate papers of Single Best Answer (SBA) questions. It is conducted twice a year, with exams usually conducted in April and November. Each paper comprises 120 SBA questions, and there will be a mix of questions from a wide range of areas, which includes
- Cardiothoracic and Vascular
- Musculoskeletal and Trauma
- Gastro-intestinal
- Genito-urinary, Adrenal, Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Breast
- Paediatric
- Central Nervous and Head & Neck
Candidates are given three hours to complete each paper.
FRCR Part 2A April 2026: Important dates
Resident doctor & member bookings: 20 October 2025
Non-member bookings: 27 October 2025
Bookings closing date: 13th February 2026
Exam dates:
Paper 1: 14 April 2026
Paper 2: 15 April 2026
Results publication date: 7th May 2026
The exam fees vary for members and non-members, and they also vary depending on the location where you choose to take the exam. Visit the RCR website to know more about the exam fees.
Eligibility criteria for FRCR Part 2A
- Must have cleared the FRCR Part 1 examination.
- Must have completed 24 months of formal clinical radiology training by the exam month.
So, if Part 2A is your next target, do not wait until the last moment to book your attempt. The StudyFRCR team is available 24/7 to support you through the booking process and answer any questions you may have. And when it comes to exam preparation, we offer expert-led courses that have had an impressive pass rate over the last few years. You can even explore our premium FRCR study materials for free through the StudyMEDIC LMS before deciding.
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Authored By: Sarath
By : patrick.cheriyan@studymedic.org
