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GPEP 2026 late applications considered

With the recent announcement by the Minister of Health of additional funding for GPEP, the College is pleased to announce that it will consider further applications for the 2026 cohort on a case-by-case basis. Please check the eligibility requirements and email the team at gpepapplications@rnzcgp.org.nz now to register your interest in applying.

Key admission dates

  • Applications are open typically open February until April each year
  • Successful applicants will be sent conditional offers of training in June/July
  • GPEP year 1 starts the following February

Applying for GPEP

To apply for GPEP you need to:

  1. check you are eligible
  2. prepare your documentation, application answers, and pick your referees
  3. complete your application form
  4. pay the application fee.

Before you begin your application form, it’s a good idea to read the step-by-step admission process and documentation and reference requirements.

If you are a doctor who trained in general practice overseas, you should apply first through our Prior Specialist Training programme.

Tips for completing the application form

  • We recommend completing the application in Chrome or Edge on a computer.  It will work on smartphones and tablets; however the best user experience is on a computer.
  • Be aware the login uses multifactor authentication. This means you can expect to be sent a verification code to your email address each time you log in to the portal. Ensure you use an email address you will have long term access to.
  • To save your application for later completion, click 'Finish Later.' This will ensure your progress is saved and you can complete your application later.
  • If you log back in to your application and experience the page refreshing itself, restart the browser and log back in again – this should take you straight to your homepage.

If your application is unsuccessful

You are welcome to reapply for GPEP again the following year.  If you have concerns about the admissions process, please read our Appeals Policy.

Pātai about the application process?

Email us at gpepapplications@rnzcgp.org.nz.