Key Takeaways
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The PEBC Pharmacist Qualifying Exam for November 2026 has two parts: Part I (MCQ) from Nov 2–6 and Part II (OSCE) on Nov 7, 2026.
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The application deadline is Thursday, August 6, 2026 at noon Eastern Time.
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Part I (MCQ) is held at Prometric test centres while Part II (OSCE) runs at 10 select Canadian cities.
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Results for this sitting are released on Thursday, December 17, 2026.
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Canadian graduates must complete ID and Education Verification by April 30, 2026 to be eligible for this sitting.
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Structured prep like Elite Expertise's PEBC MCQ Part 1 course can help candidates get exam-ready on time.
Quick Summary
The PEBC Qualifying Exam for November 2026 runs Part I (MCQ) from November 2–6 and Part II (OSCE) on November 7. The application deadline is August 6, 2026 and results come out December 17, 2026. This blog shares the full official schedule, fees and prep options for pharmacists.
What Is the PEBC Pharmacist Qualifying Exam Date for November 2026?
Part I (MCQ) runs Monday to Friday, November 2–6, 2026, and Part II (OSCE) is on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
This is one of the main sittings on PEBC's official 2026/2027 exam calendar for pharmacists. Candidates take Part I first then Part II a short time later in the same exam cycle.
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Part I (MCQ): Monday–Friday, November 2–6, 2026
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Part II (OSCE): Saturday, November 7, 2026
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Application available from: Friday, May 29, 2026
When Is the Application Deadline for the November 2026 Exam?
The application deadline is Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 12:00 pm (noon) Eastern Time.
You must submit your application before this date to be included in the November 2026 sitting. Canadian graduates also need an extra step done earlier called ID and Education Verification.
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Application deadline (all candidates): Thursday, August 6, 2026, noon ET
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ID and Education Verification deadline for Canadian grads: Thursday, April 30, 2026 (required before applying for this sitting)
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Applications open: Friday, May 29, 2026
Where Are the Test Centres for Part 1 and Part 2?
Part I (MCQ) is offered at Prometric test centres across Canada and internationally, while Part II (OSCE) is held in 10 select Canadian cities.
Part I gives more flexibility since Prometric has many locations, plus a remote-proctoring option. Part II is only offered in specific cities, so plan your travel early if OSCE isn't held near you.
Details — Part II (OSCE) cities for November 2026:
| # | City |
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| 1 | Calgary |
| 2 | Edmonton |
| 3 | Hamilton |
| 4 | Kingston |
| 5 | London (Ontario) |
| 6 | Montreal (French OSCE offered here) |
| 7 | Ottawa |
| 8 | Toronto |
| 9 | Vancouver |
| 10 | Kitchener-Waterloo |
How Much Does the PEBC Qualifying Exam Cost?
As per PEBC's current fee schedule, Part I (MCQ) costs $870 CAD and Part II (OSCE) costs $1,950 CAD.
These are the official fees currently listed on PEBC's fee page for the 2026/2027 cycle. Fees are charged in Canadian dollars and can be paid online by Visa or MasterCard.
| Exam Part | Fee (CAD) |
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| Qualifying Exam – Part I (MCQ) | $870 |
| Qualifying Exam – Part II (OSCE) | $1,950 |
| Re-scoring – Part I (MCQ) | $100 |
| Re-scoring – Part II (OSCE) | $200 |
| Rescheduling/Cancellation (Part I) | $60 + HST (paid to Prometric) |
PEBC notes it can change fees at any time, so always confirm the latest number on their site before paying.
What Happens If You Withdraw or Reschedule?
Your refund amount depends on when you withdraw the earlier you cancel, the more money you get back.
PEBC has a clear, tiered refund policy. Refunds are only processed 6 weeks after the exam date, so don't expect an instant payout.
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Withdraw on/before the application deadline → exam fee minus $150 CAD
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Withdraw after the deadline but more than 8 weeks before the exam → 50% refund
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Withdraw less than 8 weeks before the exam → no refund
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Documented illness → up to 33% refund (case by case)
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Documented bereavement/compassionate circumstances → up to 50% refund (case by case)
When Will PEBC Release the November 2026 Results?
Results for the November 2026 sitting will be released on Thursday, December 17, 2026, at noon Eastern Time.
PEBC posts results directly on its website. If you pass either part, only your PEBC ID number is shown; if you pass both parts, your Registration Number is also shown.
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Results release date: Thursday, December 17, 2026, 12:00 pm ET
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No personal details are published beyond ID/Registration numbers
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Results are never given out by phone
Who Can Help You Prepare for the PEBC Qualifying Exam Part 1?
Elite Expertise runs a dedicated PEBC Qualifying Exam MCQ Part 1 Preparation Course built by practising clinical pharmacists for international pharmacy graduates (IPGs).
Since Part 1 covers a large clinical and non-clinical syllabus, many students prefer structured coaching over studying alone. Elite Expertise reports a strong first-attempt pass rate among its students.
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97% of Elite Expertise candidates passed the PEBC exam on their first attempt
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2 full-time clinical pharmacists on faculty
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5,000+ students trained
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Course length: 4 months / 16 weeks
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400+ hours of live and recorded lectures, 4,500+ practice questions, 150+ lessons
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Covers clinical (50%) and non-clinical (50%) PEBC competencies, using case-based learning to build decision-making skills
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Includes a dedicated WhatsApp community and regular assignments with feedback
How they teach: Classes combine live online sessions with recorded lectures, so students can revisit material anytime. Learning is case-based, meaning students practise real clinical scenarios instead of just memorizing facts matching how PEBC's actual MCQ questions are written.
Meet the trainers:
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Harika Bheemavarapu — Clinical Pharmacist at Monash Health, Melbourne; Co-Founder, Director & Clinical Educator at Elite Expertise has mentored 5,000+ students fo PEBC, OPRA, and PSI exams.
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Arief Mohammad — Clinical Pharmacist at Northern Health, Melbourne; Co-Founder & Director at Elite Expertise; has trained 10,000+ international pharmacy professionals across Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and the UAE.
Final Thoughts
If you're planning for the PEBC Pharmacist Qualifying Exam in November 2026, mark these three dates: August 6, 2026 (application deadline), November 2–7, 2026 (exam dates), and December 17, 2026 (results day). Since Part II (OSCE) only runs in select cities, plan your travel and accommodation early. Always double-check dates, fees and city lists directly on PEBC's official website since PEBC can update or cancel a location if there aren't enough applicants.
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