Dr Kola Tytler (MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP)|21 April 2026|6 min read
The RACGP AKT (Applied Knowledge Test) is the written component of the RACGP Fellowship examination. It tests clinical knowledge relevant to Australian general practice, covering diagnosis, investigation, management, prescribing, preventive care, and professional and ethical issues.
The AKT is a high-stakes exam — it is required for RACGP Fellowship and must be passed to progress through GP training. The content is aligned to Australian clinical practice, with the Australian Medicines Handbook (AMH) and Therapeutic Guidelines (eTG) as the primary reference standards.
The Resources
PassGP
PassGP is a dedicated RACGP AKT preparation platform offering a Q-bank with exam-style questions aligned to the RACGP curriculum. It is one of the more established resources for Australian GP exam preparation.
GPEX Dr MCQ
GPEX Dr MCQ offers RACGP AKT practice questions with performance tracking. It provides exam-style MCQ practice focused specifically on the Australian GP curriculum.
GP Academy
GP Academy offers RACGP AKT preparation resources including study plans, practice questions, and clinical reference materials.
RACGP Sample Questions
The RACGP provides official sample AKT questions on its website. These are essential for understanding the question style and difficulty level. Always work through the official samples before sitting the exam.
iatroX — Free Adaptive RACGP Bank
iatroX offers a free AI-adaptive Q-bank for the RACGP AKT. The adaptive algorithm identifies your weak clinical areas and targets them automatically. Spaced repetition schedules reviews at optimal intervals.
Under a single free Australian account, iatroX covers RACGP AKT, AMC CAT, and ACEM Primary — relevant for Australian GPs and IMGs at different stages of the exam pathway.
The clinical AI can be queried for Australian guideline information. The clinical calculators include tools used in Australian primary care.
Try iatroX RACGP AKT Quiz (free)
Australian Reference Standards
The AMH (Australian Medicines Handbook) is the prescribing reference for Australian exams — not the BNF. Many correct answers on the RACGP AKT are determined by AMH recommendations. Familiarise yourself with AMH during your revision period.
The Therapeutic Guidelines (eTG) provide evidence-based management recommendations for Australian clinical practice. They are the equivalent of NICE guidelines in the UK. Exam questions frequently test eTG-recommended management pathways.
The RACGP Red Book (Guidelines for Preventive Activities in General Practice) is the reference for Australian preventive care and screening. Screening recommendations may differ from UK (NICE/NHS Screening) and US (USPSTF) guidelines.
Study Plan
Most candidates prepare over 3–4 months. Use a dedicated RACGP AKT Q-bank (PassGP, GPEX, or GP Academy) as your primary resource. Supplement with iatroX for free adaptive weak-area targeting. Read the AMH and eTG alongside question review — particularly for prescribing and management questions.
Dedicate specific time to the preventive care and ethical/professional sections of the curriculum. These are predictable, high-yield areas similar to the admin section of the UK MRCGP AKT.
Information based on RACGP publications and public sources as of 21 April 2026. Trademarks belong to their owners.