PLAB 2 Preparation Guide
Everything you need to know to prepare for and pass the PLAB 2 OSCE exam — from the basics through final revision.
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What PLAB 2 is, eligibility, exam format, and how to get started.
What Is PLAB 2? A Complete Guide for International Medical Graduates
A clear breakdown of what PLAB 2 actually is, how it's structured, what it tests, and why it's the final hurdle before GMC registration for IMGs.
PLAB 2 Exam Format: Stations, Timing, and What to Expect on the Day
A practical breakdown of the PLAB 2 OSCE format — stations, timing, marking domains, and what actually happens on exam day in Manchester.
Strategy
Timelines, study plans, and how to approach your attempt.
PLAB 2 No Longer Exists?! The GMC Has Updated the Content for September 2026
119 new conditions. Context restrictions removed. If you’re sitting PLAB 2 from September 2026 and still relying entirely on older prep, you need to see this.
The Truth About PLAB 2 Preparation: How Long It Actually Takes
Most candidates book their exam date first and prepare second. Here is what adequate PLAB 2 preparation actually looks like and why the timelines you see online are misleading.