GPhC Practice Test

GPhC Exam at a Glance

What changed for GPhC in 2026

• Oct 25, 2026: Delivery changed to Computer-based at UK test centres (Surpass) (previously Computer-based at UK test centres (Surpass Assessment)).^[1]
• Oct 25, 2026: Eligibility changed to Approved foundation training pharmacist status, training started in the relevant SEB window (previously Approved foundation training pharmacist status, with training started in the relevant SEB window).^[2]
• Oct 25, 2026: Next exam date (November 2026 sitting) changed to Tuesday 10 November 2026 (previously 10 November 2026).^[2]
• Oct 25, 2026: Exam fee changed to £208 per application (non-refundable) (previously £208 per sitting (non-refundable)).^[2]
• Oct 25, 2026: Number of questions (Part 2) changed to 120 multiple-choice questions (90 SBA + 30 EMQ) (previously 120 multiple-choice questions).^[1]
• Oct 25, 2026: Passing score changed to Pass mark or higher in both Part 1 and Part 2 in the same sitting; no compensation between parts (previously Pass mark varies by sitting).^[1]

GPhC Study Tips

• Create a structured study schedule at least 4-6 weeks before your GPhC exam date.
• Focus on understanding core concepts rather than memorising answers for the General Pharmaceutical Council Registration Assessment.
• Use our free practice tests to identify weak areas and track your progress over time.
• Review the official GPhC exam syllabus to ensure complete topic coverage.
• Take timed practice sessions to build your exam pace and reduce test-day anxiety.

Free GPhC Registration Study Tools

Interactive GPhC Registration resources on PracticeTestGeeks, free to start:

• GPhC Registration flashcards — review key terms and concepts card by card
• GPhC Registration study guide — topic-by-topic overview of what the exam covers
• GPhC Registration cheat sheet — one-page printable summary for last-minute review

According to General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), jointly with the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland, “Number of questions: Part 1 consists of 40 calculation questions”^[1]

Worked examples: how to reason through GPhC questions

These are practice questions written for this site, not questions from the real exam. Each explanation shows why the right answer is right and why the others are wrong.

Example 1

Question: According to NICE, what is the first-line pharmacological treatment for osteoporosis in post-menopausal women?

1. Alendronic acid (bisphosphonate) plus vitamin D and calcium
2. Raloxifene alone
3. HRT alone
4. Strontium ranelate

Answer: A. Alendronic acid (bisphosphonate) plus vitamin D and calcium

Explanation:

Option A is right. NICE recommends a bisphosphonate, alendronic acid, as the usual starting treatment for osteoporosis after the menopause, with vitamin D and calcium when dietary intake is not enough.

Raloxifene alone is wrong because it is kept for people who cannot take a bisphosphonate or for particular situations, not as the default. HRT alone is wrong because it is not the standard bone-protection choice and carries its own risks that need weighing. Strontium ranelate is wrong because it is restricted to specialist use only when other options are unsuitable.

Rule to remember: for treatment-choice questions, start from the guideline default, then ask why a patient would need an alternative. Alternatives are usually second-line or specialist options, and supplements support the drug rather than replace it.

Example 2

Question: A patient presents a private prescription for a Schedule 2 controlled drug. Which of the following is NOT a legal requirement for this prescription to be valid?

1. The prescriber's GPhC registration number
2. The total quantity in both words and figures
3. The patient's name and address
4. The prescriber's signature in ink

Answer: A. The prescriber's GPhC registration number

Explanation:

Option A is the answer because the question asks which item is NOT required. A private prescription for a Schedule 2 controlled drug needs a prescriber identification number from the relevant regulatory body, so the GPhC registration number specifically is not a requirement. A prescriber could be registered with another body.

The total quantity in words and figures is required, so B is a legal requirement and therefore wrong here. The patient's name and address is required, so C is wrong. The prescriber's signature is required, so D is wrong.

Rule to remember: read the stem for NOT or EXCEPT before judging the options. For controlled drug prescriptions, learn the list of required particulars and check each option against it, watching for details that sound plausible but are not in the legal list.

Example 3

Question: What is the 'medication adherence' concept and why is it clinically important?

1. Whether patients take medicines as prescribed; poor adherence reduces therapeutic efficacy and increases disease complications
2. How quickly patients refill prescriptions
3. Whether medicines are stored correctly
4. How often patients visit their pharmacy

Answer: A. Whether patients take medicines as prescribed; poor adherence reduces therapeutic efficacy and increases disease complications

Explanation:

Option A is right. Medication adherence describes whether a patient takes medicines as prescribed. Poor adherence is a major cause of treatment failure, disease progression and avoidable hospital admissions, which is why it matters clinically.

Option B is wrong because how quickly prescriptions are refilled may hint at adherence but does not define it. Option C is wrong because correct storage concerns medicine quality and safety, not whether doses are taken. Option D is wrong because pharmacy visit frequency is a use-of-services measure and says little about taking doses correctly.

Rule to remember: when a question asks for a definition and its importance, choose the option that covers both parts. Distractors often describe a related behaviour that sounds sensible but answers a different question.

How to use these practice tests

Start by reading the official assessment framework so you know the format of Part 1 and Part 2, and the rules on both parts needing a pass in the same sitting. Then plan your time around that split, because strength in one part will not cover weakness in the other.

• Begin with the free GPhC practice test to find your weaker topics.
• Work through Pharmaceutical Calculations often and by hand, then check your working, not just the final answer. Practise with the on-screen tools you will have in the test.
• Alternate clinical sets such as Clinical Therapeutics and Patient Safety with law and dispensing sets such as Pharmacy Law and Ethics and Dispensing Practice and Controlled Drugs.

After each set, write down every question you missed and the rule behind it, then check it against the BNF, NICE guidance or the relevant legislation. Redo missed topics a few days later. In the final stretch, do timed sessions that match the official time limits, and review your pacing. Our questions are written by us with AI tools and are not real exam questions, so use them to find gaps, not to predict the paper.

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Sample GPhC Registration Practice Questions

Try these questions from our free GPhC Registration practice tests. The correct answer and an explanation follow each question.

1. The GPhC Standards for Pharmacy Professionals require pharmacists to be 'person-centred'. What does this mean in practice?

   • A. Tailoring care to individual patient needs and preferences
   • B. Always agreeing with the patient's requests
   • C. Prioritising speed of service
   • D. Documenting all interactions electronically

Answer: A. Tailoring care to individual patient needs and preferences

Person-centred care means actively listening to patients, involving them in decisions about their treatment, respecting their values and preferences, and communicating clearly.

Answer: A. Continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to their scope of practice

GPhC standards require all pharmacy professionals to maintain and develop their competence through ongoing CPD activities relevant to their current professional role and scope.

Answer: B. Morisky Medication Adherence Scale (MMAS)

The Morisky Medication Adherence Scale (MMAS) is a validated self-report questionnaire specifically designed to identify patterns of adherence and barriers to taking medicines.

Answer: B. Contact the patient promptly, explain what happened, and apologise

The duty of candour requires pharmacy professionals to be open and honest with patients when things go wrong. This includes promptly contacting the patient, explaining what happened, apologising, and taking steps to remedy the situation. Delay could cause patient harm.

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Sources & last verified

1. General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), jointly with the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland — number of questions, time limit, passing score, delivery (official source). “Number of questions: Part 1 consists of 40 calculation questions” Verified Oct 25, 2026.
2. General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), jointly with the Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland — exam fee, eligibility, next exam date, score release (official source). “Pay the non-refundable application fee of £208.” Verified Oct 29, 2026 · source checked Oct 29, 2026.
3. psni.org.uk — retake policy (official source). “The assessment can be sat a maximum of three times within the time limit available to apply for” Verified Oct 25, 2026 · source checked Oct 23, 2026.

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