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 NHS England Workforce, Training and Education GP Recruitment Hub.

Here you can find information about: 

• applying for GP specialty training (GPST)
• the International Induction Programme (IIP)
• the Return to Practice (RtP) programme 

Apply for GP specialty training

To work as an independent GP in the UK, you need to complete GP specialty training (GPST). 

Training usually takes 3 years. This typically includes:

• at least 24 months in general practice, within an approved GP training practice
• the remaining time in approved hospital posts
• Integrated Training Posts (ITPs) may be undertaken in the first two years of GP specialty training, and are based in a general practice with additional curricular educational experience in another specialty  

You may need additional training time depending on your circumstances. This is in line with other medical specialties and reflects the demands of general practice. 

GP recruitment is coordinated by the General Practice National Recruitment Office (GPNRO) and covers all four nations of the UK: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. 

For further information, please contact: england.gpnro@nhs.net.

Use the links below to learn more about how to apply and view the recruitment timeline.

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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

• Recruitment timeline

  The key GPST recruitment dates

• Recruitment data

  Recruitment figures, impact data and best practice research

• 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

Regional contacts

To contact a GP recruitment representative for your region,  please use the details below.

If you need further assistance, you can also contact the GP National Recruitment Office (GPNRO.