EBCOG Fellowship exam
The exam consists of 2 parts.
Part 1 is an online knowledge based exam and Part 2 is an OSCE. There is also an optional prep course for each exam.
The number of seats are limited. To guarantee a seat early reservation is recommended.
If you have any specific exam questions please contact our exam secretariat Mr Alexandros Peristeropoulos at: examsecretary@ebcog.eu
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Part 1 exam (KBA)
14 March 2026
The Part 1 KBA Exam will be held 14th March 2026.
The exam assesses knowledge (KBA) and is computer based.
It will be an online exam with no venue (Remotely and Virtually Invigilated Exam -RIVE.
Passing this exam in necessary to sit the part 2 exam.
Part 1 exam (KBA)
29 August 2026
A second instance of the Part 1 KBA Exam will be held 29th August 2026.
The exam assess knowledge (KBA) and is computer based.
It will be an online exam with no venue (Remotely and Virtually Invigilated Exam -RIVE.
Passing this exam in necessary to sit the part 2 exam.
Part 2 exam (OSCE)
13 December 2025
Part 2 is OSCE exam and it usually takes place in second half of year.
In 2025, the Part 2 OSCE Exam will be held 13 December 2025.
This in-person exam will be held in Lisbon, Portugal.
Our Partner Exams
EBCOG (European Board and College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology) is actively working with various subspecialty and special interest societies to offer high-quality examinations in different areas of obstetrics and gynecology. These partnerships are integral to EBCOG’s mission to improve the quality of care in obstetrics and gynecology through rigorous education and standardized assessments.
ESHRE (European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology): Together, we offer the European Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine (EFRM) Exam. This fellowship aims to standardize and elevate the level of expertise in reproductive medicine across Europe, ensuring that practitioners meet high standards of knowledge and clinical competence. Find more information here: https://www.eshre.eu/Accreditation-and-Certification/Center-accreditation-of-subspecialist-training/Fellowship-Examination
ESCRH (European Society of Contraception and Reproductive Health): In collaboration with ESCRH, EBCOG provides the European Diploma in Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare. This diploma focuses on enhancing the skills and knowledge of healthcare providers in the field of sexual and reproductive health, promoting best practices and improving patient care across Europe. Find more information here: https://ebcog.eu/the-ebcog-escrh-curricula-and-exams-in-sexual-and-reproductive-health-care/
Pre-exam Courses
Online and in-person pre-exam courses for EFOG Part 1 and Part 2, and the EDSRH examinations are available through our partner StudyMEDIC. Find out more here.
Study Materials
The EBCOG Postgraduate Textbook Of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
More information available here.
EFOG Part 1 & MRCOG Part 2 EMQs and SBAs
- EFOG Part 1 & MRCOG Part 2: EMQs and SBAs offers a wealth of practice questions for candidates preparing for the Part 1 of European Board Examination and Part 2 of the Membership examination of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists.
- Contains EMQs and SMAs that reflect the question format and range of difficulty encountered in the examination.
- Provides in-depth answers where necessary refers to the EBCOG Postgraduate Textbook of Obstetrics and Gynaecology for further explanation.
FAQ about the Fellow exam
See below for common questions about the Fellow exam
- Question: Why become a fellow and take the exam?
- Answer: Passing the Exams will be a quality mark for you, which might be of use in your country. Additionally, this might give you an extra mark if you decide to work in a European country provided that you fulfil other necessary requirements. The exam is a prestigious qualification and would be a valuable addition to your CV. It is the highest honour EBCOG can award. It is recognized at special session at the annual congress where the fellows are recognized on stage by the President of EBCOG. Other future benefits will also be extended exclusively to EBCOG Fellows.
- Question: Where can I find more details about the exam?
- Answer: Click the button below to read detailed information about how the exam is designed, how to take the exam and similar information.
- Question: How do I study for the exam?
- Answer: For textbook resources, please visit the “Study Materials” section above. EBCOG partners with StudyMEDIC to offer pre-exam preparatory courses. More information is available here.
If you have any specific exam questions, not found below, please contact our exam secretariat at examsecretary@ebcog.eu