Ophthalmology
National Recruitment ST1 up to 90
2026 Recruitment Timetable
Specialty recruitment to ophthalmology will follow the proposed timetable as outlined below.
Recruitment Cycle |
Action Date |
Additional Information |
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Applications Open |
23 October 2025 |
Specialty specific application form available for completion within Oriel. |
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Applications Close |
20 November 2025 |
Applications can be submitted until 4:00 pm (UK time). Late applications will not be accepted. |
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Invitation to Book MSRA expected no later than |
To be confirmed |
A message will be sent via Oriel inviting candidates to book a slot to sit the MSRA. Full instructions will be given within the message. |
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Multi-Specialty Recruitment Assessment (MSRA) |
To be confirmed |
All candidates will be required to attend. Candidates that do not attend the MSRA will not progress through the selection process. |
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Documentation Upload Window |
16 January - 2 February 2026 |
The evidence portal will be open during this period. All candidates will be asked to upload documentation to the portal that will form a folder of achievements. The portal will close at 10:00 am (UK time) |
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Feedback: Evidence Folders |
13 February 2026 |
The verified scores awarded and comments will be released to candidates |
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Candidates invited to book an interview slot |
6 March 2026 |
A message will be sent via Oriel inviting candidates to book a slot. A text message will also be sent. |
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Interviews |
16 & 17 March 2026 |
The interviews will be virtual and candidates will not need to attend in person |
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Feedback: Interview |
19 March 2026 |
Candidates will be emailed feedback which will include the scores and comments from the virtual interview |
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Offers Released by no later than |
24 March 2026 |
Offers will be made via the Oriel System. |