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Specialty Recruitment

2026-27 Recruitment

Webinar 

The UK Medical and Dental Recruitment and Selection (MDRS) programme hosted a webinar on 22nd October 2025 for those applying in the Medical Specialty in the upcoming recruitment rounds.

Please click this link to access a recording of the session. 

UK ROUND 1

Applications open on Thursday 23rd October 2025 (10:00 UK time) and close on Thursday 20th November 2025 (16:00 UK time)

UK ROUND 2

Applications open on Thursday 20th November 2025 (10:00 UK time) and close on Thursday 11th December 2025 (16:00 UK time)

Full dates for each round can be found on the Key Dates page.

Changes for 2026 Recruitment

UK changes to the recruitment process are published on the MDRS website

Please see the Applicant Guide page for Scotland Specific changes for 2026 recruitment. 

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) During Interviews

Applicants should read the following 4 nation statement on the use of AI during interviews.

Immigration

Please visit the UK Government website for information on eligibility to work as a doctor in training in the United Kingdom. 

If you require visa sponsorship, please visit our Skilled Worker Sponsorship page for further information. 

This page was last updated on: 28.10.2025 at 10.37