From 3rd July, the first group of eligible doctors will be able to book PLAB 2 test dates that will take place from 13th August. A group of around 240 overseas doctors who are currently in the UK will be given priority as they have previously had their exams cancelled and have been unable to return to their home countries as a result of the pandemic.

Bookings will then gradually open up to other groups of eligible doctors. As demand for PLAB2 will be high, the GMC plans to identify and prioritise candidates who already have a job offer in place and would be able to join the NHS workforce quickly once registered.