FCPS Part 1 Exam Dates 2027: Schedule & Sessions

How Often Does CPSP Hold the FCPS Part 1 Exam?

The College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP) holds the FCPS Part 1 examination multiple times each year. Historically, CPSP has conducted examinations in February/March, May/June, and November, giving candidates three opportunities per year to sit — a pattern that has held for a long run of consecutive years. The exact months and dates for each session are published annually on the CPSP website and through the CPSP ePortal.

Examination schedules can shift from year to year depending on CPSP's administrative calendar, national circumstances, and institutional decisions. The schedule discussed here reflects historical patterns; always verify current dates at the official CPSP ePortal (eportal.cpsp.edu.pk) before making preparation or travel plans, especially for a 2027 sitting where nothing has been formally announced yet.

FCPS Part 1 2026 Sessions

The FCPS Part 1 2026 schedule is expected to follow the standard three-session annual pattern:

• Session 1 (February/March 2026): Application window expected to open December 2025-January 2026.
• Session 2 (May/June 2026): Application window expected to open March-April 2026.
• Session 3 (November 2026): Application window expected to open September-October 2026. This is the session most relevant to candidates who might otherwise have targeted early 2027, since a November 2026 sitting is typically the last opportunity before the 2027 cycle begins.

For exact 2026 session dates, log in to the CPSP ePortal or check the announcements section of the CPSP website directly.

FCPS Part 1 2027 Schedule & Exam Dates

CPSP has not yet released a schedule specific to 2027 — it typically publishes the full annual examination calendar for the following year in November or December of the preceding year, so the 2027 calendar is expected around November/December 2026. Based on the same three-session pattern that has held for years, candidates planning to sit in February/March 2027 should expect the application window to open around December 2026 or January 2027. Those targeting FCPS Part 1 exam dates in 2027 later in the year — May/June or November — will naturally have more lead time to prepare and to watch for CPSP's confirmation.

When planning your preparation timeline for 2027, work backwards from your target examination date. Most candidates who pass FCPS Part 1 on their first or second attempt report dedicating 3–6 months of structured daily study before the examination — if your target is the February/March 2027 session, that puts the useful start of focused preparation around mid-to-late 2026.

Recent Context — FCPS Part 1 Sessions 2024–2026

For candidates researching recent history of FCPS Part 1 sessions:

• FCPS 1 sessions in 2024 and 2025 ran on the standard three-session schedule (February/March, May/June, November), with results announced approximately 4–6 weeks after each examination date.
• CPSP has fully standardised ePortal-based applications across all specialties for several years running, and this is expected to remain the process for 2027 applications as well.

When Is the FCPS Part 1 Result Announced?

The FCPS Part 1 result is typically announced 4 to 6 weeks after the examination date — a timeline that has held consistently and is the reasonable expectation for any 2027 session as well. Results are published on the CPSP ePortal, and candidates who provided a valid mobile number and email address at registration receive an SMS/email notification. The result is accessible by logging in to the ePortal with your candidate credentials.

CPSP does not publish individual scores — the result is pass or fail. Candidates who fail are eligible to re-sit in the next available session with no waiting period restriction. There is no limit on the number of attempts for FCPS Part 1, though each attempt requires a fresh application and fee payment.

What to Do After Passing FCPS Part 1

Passing FCPS Part 1 makes you eligible to register as a CPSP trainee in your chosen specialty. You will need to secure a recognised training post at a CPSP-approved hospital and register your training with CPSP through the ePortal. Training duration before FCPS Part 2 eligibility varies by specialty — typically 4 years for surgical specialties and 3–4 years for medical specialties, so a pass in an early 2027 session has direct implications for when you become Part 2 eligible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FCPS Part 1 exam date 2027?

Not yet confirmed by CPSP. Based on the established three-session pattern (February/March, May/June, November), expect the first 2027 session around February/March, with CPSP's official annual calendar — typically released November/December 2026 — giving the first confirmed dates.

When does CPSP release the 2027 FCPS Part 1 calendar?

Historically, CPSP releases the following year's full calendar in November or December of the preceding year, so expect the 2027 calendar around November/December 2026.

How many FCPS Part 1 sessions are there per year?

Three, typically in February/March, May/June, and November — a pattern that has held for years and is expected to continue in 2027.

Is there a limit on FCPS Part 1 attempts for 2027?

No — there is no cap on the number of attempts, though each attempt requires a fresh application and fee.

Where do I check the confirmed FCPS Part 1 2027 schedule?

Only at eportal.cpsp.edu.pk. Treat any date quoted before CPSP's own announcement, including the estimates in this article, as a forecast based on historical pattern rather than a confirmed date.

Related: for the schedule as confirmed so far for the current cycle, see our FCPS Part 1 Exam Dates 2026: Schedule & Sessions.