Fellowship Support Program (FSP) 2027.1

2027.1 applications open 2-23 June 2026

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Fellowship Support Program (FSP) 2027.1

2027.1 applications open 2-23 June 2026

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Last updated 16 March 2026
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Start your journey to becoming a GP or RG on the Fellowship Support Program

The Fellowship Support Program (FSP) is a self-funded, comprehensive rural education and training program designed to equip you with the skills, confidence, and support needed to achieve Fellowship and become a specialist GP.

From 2027.1, the FSP features a new structure, education model and entry requirements to deliver stronger early support, enhanced education and closer alignment with RACGP educational frameworks. You can read more about the changes below.

Date

Description
10.00am AEST Tues 2 June 2026 2027.1 FSP applications open
11.30pm AEST Tues 23 June 2026 2027.1 FSP applications close
11.30pm AEST Mon 3 August 2026 Evidence for change in general registration status deadline
By 5.00pm Tues 11 August 2026 Eligibility outcomes
10.00am Wed 12 - 11.59pm AEST Wed 19 Aug National entry assessment booking period
11am AEST Sat 22 August 2026, or
7pm AEST Wed, 26 August 2026		 Online national entry assessment. Note - you only sit on one date (your preferred date).
By 5pm AEST Tues 22 September 2026 Offer outcomes released
11.30pm AEST Tues 29 September 2026 Offer acceptance and application fee payment deadline
Training site and supervisor nomination deadline
4 January 2027 2027.1 FSP training start date

There are seven key steps in the FSP entry process.

  1. Check your eligibility to apply for the FSP
  2. Start arranging your training site and supervisor
  3. Check your FSP entry point eligibility (standard or advanced entry)
  4. Apply online during the application period
  5. Book and sit the national entry assessment
  6. Receive your offer outcome
  7. Provide details of your nominated accredited training site and supervisor, and apply for a Medicare provider number.

More details on each of these steps can be found in the 2027.1 FSP Application and Program Guide  .

You can also find out more about the program and how to apply at one of our FSP webinars.

The 2027.1 FSP is a 2-2.5 year full-time equivalent (FTE) training program. Duration of training depends on your entry point into the program:

  • Standard entry: 2.5 years FTE
  • Advanced entry: 2 years FTE

Standard entry applies to doctors who meet the minimum FSP eligibility requirements. Advanced entry is an option for doctors who meet these requirements and have general registration and the required paediatric experience.

The FSP journey to fellowship is outlined here. You can also explore what the 2027.1 program offers in more detail through the resource here.

More information about the program can be found in the 2027.1 FSP Application and Program Guide

Examples of what the 2027.1 FSP journey could look like are provided here.

If you’re unsure whether the FSP or Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) Program best suits your personal, educational and training needs, this factsheet provides information on the features and requirements of both RACGP programs.

FSP training is required to take place in an accredited training sites with accredited supervisors in a Modified Monash Model (MMM) 2-7 location/s.

Planning your training site and supervisor

We recommend you start arranging your training site early as you’ll be required to nominate your accredited training site and supervisor by the FSP offer acceptance deadline.

Explore our list of currently accredited training sites.

Training site and supervisor accreditation

Nominated training site/s and supervisor/s must be accredited to train registrars in comprehensive general practice under the RACGP Standards for general practice training 4th edition.

The training site accreditation process typically takes up to six months to complete. As applicants need to nominate an already accredited training site by the offer acceptance deadline, practices that are not yet accredited may not be able to meet the nomination deadline. While we’ll always do our best to progress applications as quickly as possible, we can’t guarantee that an unaccredited practice will complete the process in time.

If a nominated supervisor works at an accredited training site and is not currently accredited as a supervisor, they are required to submit an EOI form by the close of FSP applications to commence the supervision accreditation process.

Training site and supervision requirements

In addition to being accredited, nominated sites and supervisors must meet the requirements as outline in the 2027.1 FSP Application and Program Guide.

The table below outlines the major changes to the program from the 2027.1 cohort onward.  

Please note, we’ve made some updates to this table. This includes: 

  1. a change in terminology from foundation level to fundamentals term
  2. updates to advanced entry requirements and the introductory workshop. This includes the removal of the requirement to provide additional evidence of 52 weeks of broad generalist experience in the Australian health care system. This will be assessed through demonstration of holding general registration.

Area

The change

Why
Entry – eligibility requirements Minimum two years’ clinical experience post-medical school, in any country, in a discipline involving direct patient contact at the time of application. Ensures applicants are ready to start and progress through general practice training, while recognising diverse experience
Training time Minimum two years FTE (pro-rata for part time) for Advanced entry (GPT 1 – 4 six-month terms).

Minimum of 2.5 years FTE (pro-rata for part-time) for Standard entry (six-month Fundamentals term and GPT 1 – 4).

GPE assessment no longer required.		 Provides flexibility while maintaining quality learning
Program entry pathways Two flexible, competency-based entry points:
  • Standard entry – Fundamentals term
  • Advanced entry – General practice term (GPT) 1
 Aligns program entry with applicants’ skills and experience, ensuring tailored support from the start
Standard entry – Fundamentals Term Six-month fundamentals term for applicants who:
  • hold limited or provisional registration, or
  • have limited generalist experience in the Australian healthcare system, or
  • do not meet the paediatric competency requirement.
 Supports registrars  to adapt to the Australian healthcare system, strengthen clinical knowledge and build confidence early in training
Advanced entry – FSP Term 1 Applicants must:
  • hold general registration
  • meet the paediatric competency requirement. 
 Enables applicants with demonstrated competency to commence  at an advanced level while ensuring safe progression through training 
Fellowship exams Exam eligibility from GPT3, after completing GPT 1 and2 and all training requirements; no GPE assessment required. Improved exam readiness through structured supports and competency-aligned entry
Fees FSP fees will increase from 2027.1 Reflects the program enhancements that strengthen learning, skill development, confidence and readiness for Fellowship
See the FSP fees webpage for full details

Many core eligibility requirements, program requirements, educational elements, supervision standards and support structures remain unchanged. Key elements are outlined below. For full details, refer to the current FSP Application Handbook on the FSP webpage.

 
 

Requirement / Support

Medical qualification

 Applicants must hold a recognised medical qualification.

Medical registration

 Applicants must hold general, provisional (with AMC certificate), or limited registration (Ahpra supervision levels 2–4).

Right to work

 Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

Training site

 Must be located in MM 2–7 and accredited against RACGP Standards for general practice training before commencement.

Supervision

 On-site supervision by an accredited supervisor, supervising no more than three doctors across all training programs. Remote supervision is by exception and must meet RACGP criteria.

Registration match

 Ahpra registration type, training site and supervisor must match the applicant’s FSP nominated training post and supervisor during the placement process.

Basic Life Support (BLS)

 Current BLS certificate (within 12 months of commencement).

Program support and supervision
  • In-practice supervisor teaching: 1 hour per fortnight in Fundamentals and GPT 1 and 2; 0.5 hours per fortnight in GPT 3 and 4.
  • Mentoring, guidance and out-of-practice teaching from experienced medical educators.
  • Administrative and training support from program officers.
  • Support from registrar liaison officers (RLOs).

You can learn more about the program and how to apply by: