Free PLAB 1 Preparation 2026
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Free PLAB 1 preparation with solved past papers and unlimited chapter-wise MCQs, every answer explained. No fee and no account needed to start. PLAB 1 is conducted by General Medical Council (UK).
First part of the UK licensing route for international medical graduates, a single-best-answer paper on clinical management at the level of a UK foundation doctor. Being aligned to the Medical Licensing Assessment content map.
PLAB 1 MCQs with answers and explanations
Free PLAB 1 MCQs for every subject on the paper: Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Microbiology, General Anatomy and Biochemistry. Each question is chapter-wise, taken from the General Medical Council (UK) syllabus, and carries a written explanation of why the correct option is correct, so a wrong attempt teaches you the fact you were missing instead of just marking you down. Unlimited attempts, no fee and no account needed. Pick the subject you are weakest in and start there.
Sample PLAB 1 MCQs by subject
A few questions from across each subject on the PLAB 1 paper. Open one for the correct answer and its explanation.
PLAB 1 Pathology sample MCQs
- Which is associated with defect in DNA repair___________?
- Dytrophic calcification are calcifications seen in__________________?
- The characteristic cells of chronic inflammation are all except___________?
- The most characteristic feature of a neoplasm as opposed to inflammatory over growth is______________?
- DiGeorge's syndrome is due to___________?
- Heterozygous sickle cell anaemia gives protection against______________?
PLAB 1 Pharmacology sample MCQs
- Ibuprofen is contraindicated in_______________?
- The drug for choice for treatment of infection involving non-penicillinase producing staphylococcus…
- Finasteride is a ?
- A patient is having bronchodilation, increased temperature, constipation and tachycardia.
- Drug which causes gingival hyperplasia_____________?
- Which one of the following drugs is not contraindicated in bronchial asthma ?
PLAB 1 Physiology sample MCQs
- Electromyography is used for________________?
- Which of the following clotting factor is involved only in extrinsic pathway ?
- The transport of CO is diffusion limited because_______________?
- Ammonia in the kidney tubules is excreted in exchange for______________?
- Which of the following statements about the action of the somatomedin is true ?
- Broca's area is concerned with______________?
PLAB 1 Microbiology sample MCQs
- Best method of sterilizing disposable syringes_______________?
- Phase contrast microscopy is based on principle of__________________?
- Injection abscesses due to use of contaminated vaccines occurs in infections caused by_______________?
- Both intranuclear and intracytoplasmic inclusions are present in which of the following viruses_____________?
- Sclerotic bodies measuring 3-5m in size, multi-septate, chestnut, brown color is characteristic…
- Common name for Trichuris trichura________________?
PLAB 1 General Anatomy sample MCQs
- Hypoglossal nerve is ______________?
- Neural tube formation occurs on___________?
- All of the following are true about skeletal muscle except _________________?
- All of the following are composite muscles except ____________?
- Internal thoracic veins are tributaries of the______________?
- Ducts of Bellini are found in_____________?
PLAB 1 Biochemistry sample MCQs
- An enzyme not involved in glycolysis is______________?
- Which of the following is a function of the golgi apparatus ?
- The enzyme that is specifically increased in obstructive jaundice is_____________?
- Ketone bodies are normally synthesized from______________?
- Decarboxylation of which of the following amino acids results in formation of a vasodilator ?
- Lactate dehydrogenase is____________?
PLAB 1 paper at a glance
PLAB 1 is 100 MCQs in 180 minutes, with no negative marking, so never leave a question unanswered.
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PLAB 1 subject weightage
How many MCQs each subject contributes to the PLAB 1 paper, and how many free MCQs we hold for it. Study in this order: the heaviest subject is where a weak topic costs you the most marks.
| Subject | MCQs on paper | Share | Free MCQs here |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLAB 1 Pathology MCQs | 25 | 25% | 289 |
| PLAB 1 Pharmacology MCQs | 25 | 25% | 476 |
| PLAB 1 Physiology MCQs | 20 | 20% | 437 |
| PLAB 1 Microbiology MCQs | 15 | 15% | 452 |
| PLAB 1 General Anatomy MCQs | 10 | 10% | 452 |
| PLAB 1 Biochemistry MCQs | 5 | 5% | 393 |
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PLAB 1 preparation: frequently asked questions
What is the PLAB 1 paper pattern?
PLAB 1 is 100 MCQs in 180 minutes, about 108 seconds a question. There is no negative marking. The marks are split across 6 subjects, led by Pathology at 25 MCQs.
Which subjects are in the PLAB 1 paper?
Pathology (25 MCQs), Pharmacology (25 MCQs), Physiology (20 MCQs), Microbiology (15 MCQs), General Anatomy (10 MCQs) and Biochemistry (5 MCQs), 100 in total. Start with Pathology: a weak chapter there costs more marks than a weak chapter anywhere else on the PLAB 1 paper.
Is PLAB 1 preparation on TestUstad really free?
Yes. All 2,499 PLAB 1 MCQs here, across Pathology, Pharmacology and Physiology and the rest of the paper, can be practised at no cost with the answer and explanation shown. Paid PLAB 1 access only adds full-length PLAB 1 mocks on the 100-MCQ pattern and a saved record of your scores.
How many free PLAB 1 MCQs are there?
2,499 across the PLAB 1 syllabus: 289 Pathology MCQs, 476 Pharmacology MCQs, 437 Physiology MCQs, 452 Microbiology MCQs, 452 General Anatomy MCQs and 393 Biochemistry MCQs. Each one carries the correct answer and a written explanation, and attempts are unlimited.
How should I prepare for PLAB 1?
The PLAB 1 syllabus here runs to 48 chapters across 6 subjects. Work through them in weightage order, Pathology (25), Pharmacology (25) and Physiology (20) first, and stay on each chapter until you score above 80 percent. PLAB 1 has no negative marking, so practise answering every question, including the ones you have to guess. In the final weeks, sit timed mixed tests at the real pace of about 108 seconds a question.
Does TestUstad have PLAB 1 past papers?
Not as solved papers yet. Until one is added, the 2,499 PLAB 1 MCQs here cover the same Pathology, Pharmacology and Physiology syllabus, and any PLAB 1 paper that is added appears on the PLAB 1 past papers page with every answer explained.
Who conducts the PLAB 1 exam?
PLAB 1 is conducted by General Medical Council (UK). Dates, eligibility and the fee change every cycle, so confirm them on the General Medical Council (UK) advertisement before you apply.
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