- Initial Assessment
Mode: Online
Cost: AUD 647
Timeframe: 8 weeks
Validity: 7 years
Documents Required (as per ADC):
Current passport
Recent passport photo (must meet Australian passport guidelines)
Evidence of name change (if applicable)
Dental qualification certificate / testamur
Academic transcript
Internship certificate (if part of qualification)
Evidence of dental registration or licence
Good standing certificate
- Written Exam
Format: MCQ-based exam with scenario-based questions
Time : Conducted in 2 days
Mode: In-person (at Pearson VUE test centres in India)
Pattern : Total 280 questions.
The passing score is determined by borderline regression and cluster-based performance.
Cost: AUD 2122
Timeframe: 5 months
Frequency: Conducted twice a year (around March and September)
Attempts: No limit on number of attempts
- Practical Exam
Format:
Day 1: Practical (on manikin)
Day 2: OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination – includes patient communication)
Mode: In-person (Melbourne, Australia)
Cost: AUD 4775
Timeframe: 4 to 7 months
Validity: No expiry
Frequency: Conducted three times a year
Jan–May
May–Aug
Aug–Dec
Attempts: Unlimited within 3 years from passing the written exam
After 3 years, candidates must retake the written exam