PLAB 1 results and pass mark
PLAB 1 results are usually released about four weeks after the sitting via GMC Online. The pass mark is set separately for each sitting by the standard-setting group, so it isn't fixed. Your result letter is the evidence you need to book PLAB 2.
Who this applies to
- Doctors waiting for a PLAB 1 result.
- Doctors planning PLAB 2 booking around the result.
Key requirements
| Release window | ~4 weeks after the sitting |
|---|---|
| Pass mark | Set per sitting (no fixed cut-off) |
| Where to check | GMC Online |
Steps
1. Watch your GMC Online inbox
Results appear in your dashboard, not in email first.
2. Download the result letter
Keep the letter — it is the reference for PLAB 2 booking and visa applications.
3. Start the PLAB 2 process
Move to PLAB 2 booking immediately to protect the two-year window.
Common failure points
- Waiting to book PLAB 2 until the two-year window is nearly gone.
- Losing the result letter and needing a re-issue during a visa application.
Official sources
Every fact above should be confirmed against the controlling source before you act on it.