Explicit pathway decision
A preparation map for Pakistani-qualified doctors pursuing GMC registration through the PLAB route, where that route applies.
Use the GMC guidance to check whether your qualification is acceptable before paying for tests or document services.
Pass PLAB 1 and PLAB 2 unless you qualify through another accepted route.
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General Medical Council
Fees for doctors
Primary authority evidence used for the medical doctor pathway.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/managing-your-registration/fees-and-funding/fees-for-doctorsGeneral Medical Council
PLAB guidance
Primary authority evidence used for the medical doctor pathway.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-our-registers/plabGeneral Medical Council
Evidence of English language skills
Primary authority evidence used for the medical doctor pathway.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-our-registers/before-you-apply/evidence-of-your-knowledge-of-englishgmc-uk.org
Check your primary medical qualification
Use the GMC guidance to check whether your qualification is acceptable before paying for tests or document services.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-our-registers/before-you-apply/acceptable-overseas-qualificationsgmc-uk.org
Secure acceptable English-language evidence
Most applicants use IELTS Academic or OET Medicine. Scores normally need to be current when the GMC assesses the application.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-our-registers/before-you-apply/evidence-of-your-knowledge-of-englishgmc-uk.org
Pass PLAB 1
PLAB 1 is the written knowledge assessment for international medical graduates using the PLAB route.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-our-registers/plab/plab-1-guidegmc-uk.org
Pass PLAB 2
PLAB 2 is the clinical and professional skills assessment delivered in Manchester.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-our-registers/plab/plab-2-guidegmc-uk.org
Submit the correct GMC registration application
Apply with qualification, internship, identity, English and good-standing evidence. The GMC decides whether full or provisional registration is appropriate.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-our-registers/registration-applicationsgmc-uk.org
PLAB 1
Written applied-knowledge test offered in the UK and selected international locations. Check the GMC PLAB sequence and application deadlines.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/managing-your-registration/fees-and-funding/fees-for-doctorsgmc-uk.org
PLAB 2
In-person clinical and professional skills assessment in Manchester. Check the GMC PLAB sequence and application deadlines.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/managing-your-registration/fees-and-funding/fees-for-doctorsGeneral Medical Council
Official professional authority
Application and licensing gateway for United Kingdom.
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/join-our-registers/before-you-apply/guide-for-doctorsUnited Kingdom
Official employment service
Government or public employment route for checking vacancies and employer requirements.
https://findajob.dwp.gov.uk/United Kingdom
Official work-authorization route
Immigration rules are separate from professional recognition and licensing.
https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa