General Practice (GP) recruitment hub

Apply to become a GP, return to practice, or find out if you're right for the role

Welcome to the GP Specialty Training (ST1) pages.

The General Practice National Recruitment Office (GPNRO) coordinates the recruitment process for programmes in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

We help NHS England (NHSE) local offices and deaneries deliver a standard and robust recruitment and selection process that's reliable, valid and fair.

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  How to apply for GP training

  All the steps you need to take as part of the application process

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  Choose GP

  One career, endless opportunities: Find out if GP is right for you

• International Induction Programme (IIP)

  A supported pathway to get overseas GPs working in NHS General Practice

• Return to Practice (RtP) programme

  A supported pathway for qualified GPs to return to NHS General Practice after an absence

• Recruitment data

  Recruitment figures, impact data and best practice research

Regional contacts

If you need to contact a GP recruitment representative for your region, use this following list to find the best means of contact.

If you require further assistance, please contact the GP National Recruitment Office (GPNRO) email.