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ADC exam fees and dates for 2027
Checked against the ADC website on 19 October 2026. Fees and dates change, so confirm on adc.org.au before you apply.
Fees, in dollars and rupees
Indicative only. Check today’s rate with your bank, because the real rupee amount depends on the day and on your card or transfer fees.
| Initial assessment | A$647 | ≈ ₹43,673 |
| Written examination (often called ADC Part 1) | A$2,122 | ≈ ₹1,43,235 |
| Practical examination (often called ADC Part 2) | A$4,775 | ≈ ₹3,22,313 |
| Total of these three fees | A$7,544 | ≈ ₹5,09,220 |
These are the ADC’s own fees for the three main stages. They do not include travel, accommodation, preparation, document verification or registration costs with the Dental Board and AHPRA.
2027 practical exam periods
| Period | Applications | Date selection | Exams |
|---|---|---|---|
| Period 1 | 14 to 23 October 2026 | 27 to 29 October 2026 | January to May 2027 |
| Period 2 | 10 to 19 February 2027 | 23 to 25 February 2027 | May to August 2027 |
| Period 3 | 16 to 25 June 2027 | 29 June to 1 July 2027 | August to December 2027 |
Time limit
The ADC says you can sit the practical examination within five years of passing your written examination. Plan your preparation so you are ready well inside that window.
Preparing for the practical
The practical exam is held over two days: a technical skills day and a clinical skills day. OSCE Coach helps with the conversation side: practise ADC Part 2 style stations out loud with an AI patient and see where your communication marks come from.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the ADC practical exam cost?
The ADC lists the practical examination fee as A$4,775. The initial assessment application is A$647 and the written examination is A$2,122. Always confirm the current amounts on the ADC website before you apply.
How long do I have to sit the practical exam after the written exam?
The ADC says you can sit the practical examination within five years of passing your written examination.
When are the 2027 ADC practical exam periods?
There are three periods in 2027. Period 1 applications run 14 to 23 October 2026 for exams from January to May 2027. Period 2 applications run 10 to 19 February 2027 for exams May to August. Period 3 applications run 16 to 25 June 2027 for exams August to December. Check the ADC site for the latest dates.
What is ADC Part 1 and Part 2?
Candidates often call the written examination ADC Part 1 and the practical examination ADC Part 2. The ADC's own pages use the terms written examination and practical examination.
Source: the Australian Dental Council (adc.org.au). OSCE Coach is operated by SQH Technologies and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the ADC. The ADC does not recommend or endorse any proprietary or informal preparation courses.