Question 1

What is MRCPsych?

Accepted Answer

The Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) is the primary post-graduate qualification for psychiatrists in the UK. It consists of two written papers (A and B) and a clinical assessment (CASC).

Question 2

Who is Psychgateway for?

Accepted Answer

Psychgateway is designed for any doctor preparing for the MRCPsych examinations, including Core Psychiatry Trainees in the UK and International Medical Graduates (IMGs) preparing from abroad.

Question 3

How long does a free trial last?

Accepted Answer

Our free trial lasts for 3 full days. This provides instant, unrestricted access to all questions, stations, and mock exams for your chosen section so you can test the platform thoroughly.

Question 4

How much does Psychgateway cost?

Accepted Answer

We believe in affordable, high-quality learning. Access is a one-off payment for a fixed period (6 or 12 months) per section or for the complete bundle, with no recurring subscription and nothing to cancel. Visit our pricing page for the current prices.

Question 5

Is Psychgateway suitable for IMGs?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We specialize in making the exam accessible for International Medical Graduates, providing clear clinical English explanations and frameworks that don't depend on NHS study-leave budgets.

Question 6

How does the CASC preparation work?

Accepted Answer

We provide interactive stations featuring step-by-step model dialogues, role-player briefs, and clinical tips. It's designed to help you build both the clinical knowledge and communication confidence needed to pass.

Question 7

How long should I prepare for MRCPsych?

Accepted Answer

Preparation time varies, but most successful candidates recommend starting 3-6 months before their sitting. Psychgateway is structured to support both long-term revision and last-minute intensive practice.

Question 8

What happens after the 3-day free trial?

Accepted Answer

Your trial automatically expires after 72 hours. You won't be charged unless you choose to buy an access period for the sections you want to continue revising.

Question 9

Is the content updated for the 2026 exams?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All our MCQs, EMIs, and CASC stations are fully aligned with the 2026 Royal College of Psychiatrists syllabus, including recent exam recalls and emerging clinical topics.

Question 10

How is Psychgateway different from other MRCPsych resources?

Accepted Answer

We focus on real understanding rather than Rote memorisation. Our deep explanations, expert-authored content, and focus on the latest exam patterns make us the most focused prep tool available.

Psychgateway — MRCPsych Exam Preparation

MRCPsych Paper A topics

MRCPsych Paper B topics

CASC, mock papers and guides

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