MRCS Part B (OSCE)

MRCS Part B exam at a glance

MRCS Part B section breakdown

• Anatomy + Surgical Pathology (8 stations · 80 Q)
  80 questions · 90 minutes
• Applied Surgical Science + Critical Care (5 stations · 50 Q)
  50 questions · 60 minutes
• Communication Skills + Procedure (4 stations · 40 Q)
  40 questions · 50 minutes

Sample question

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MRCS Part B exam pattern?

MRCS Part B (OSCE) contains 170 questions across 3 sections: Anatomy + Surgical Pathology (8 stations · 80 Q), Applied Surgical Science + Critical Care (5 stations · 50 Q), Communication Skills + Procedure (4 stations · 40 Q). Total duration is 200 minutes.

Does MRCS Part B have negative marking?

No — MRCS Part B has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark.

How is MRCS Part B scored?

Scaled score range: 0 to 100. MRCS Part B (pass mark ~70%).

How can I practise MRCS Part B for free?

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What is the difficulty level of MRCS Part B?

MRCS Part B is rated Elite difficulty on Wrexa Edge. OSCE — 17 stations covering anatomy, surgical pathology, applied surgical science, communication, procedural skills.

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