Live+ Recorded sessions for a flexible Intern Pharmacist Exam preparation without leaving your pharmacy internship/job.
Trainer access until you pass the Pharmacist Intern Oral and Written Examination
One-on-one feedback sessions with the Pharmacy Intern Exam trainer
Study handouts, mock tests, and the final Pharmacist Intern Examination grand tests
Exclusive tips on approaching the Intern Pharmacist Examination
End-to-end support in exam clearance in Australia.
Why Become a Pharmacist in Australia?
₹60 Lakh
Annual salary of registered pharmacists in Australia
27,400+
Current openings for the role of registered pharmacist
30,375+
Visas for skilled workers in Australia
About The Course
Pharmacists who want to register with the Australian Pharmacy Council must pass the Pharmacy Intern Oral and Written Examinations in Australia.
You can take the Australian Intern Written Examination for pharmacists after completing your OPRA exam (previously KAPS) and your internship, or you can take it after completing an eligible pharmacy degree and registration in Australia.
After clearing this exam, you become eligible for an unrestricted pharmacist registration with the Australian Pharmacy Council.
The Pharmacy Intern Oral and Written Exam Course by Academically covers key content and offers guidance to help pharmacists succeed in the Pharmacy Intern Oral and Written exam in a short time.
With our course, you gain a lifelong membership to our pharmacist-led chat group, along with free webinars on CV writing and job-securing strategies.
Who Is The Course For?
Pharmacists who have cleared the OPRA exam and completed their 1575 hours of internship in Australia.
Pharmacists ready to register with the Pharmacy Board of Australia and the Australian Pharmacy Council.
Recent pharmacy graduates in Australia who have completed an eligible pharmacy degree with provisional registration with the APC.
What's More That
Comes With Our Course?
1-On-1 Q&A Sessions
We provide online one-on-one counselling and Q&A sessions to ensure online learning is beneficial for the aspirants. Our mentors help aspirants clear their doubts and queries and get all the answers they need.
Live+Recorded Sessions
Missed a live lecture? Don’t worry. You can always find a recorded lecture on our platform and revisit it as many times as you want during the course duration.
Extended Course Access
Getting the course once will help you prepare for not one but multiple attempts. You get access to all the resources for more than a year, to ensure proper revision.
Community Building
We help you get in touch with a community of experts, which includes mentors, registered practitioners, previous alumni and those who have successfully cleared the exams. This adds value to your preparation and get all the guidance and motivation you need.
Explore The Full Curriculum
Head lice
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Acne
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Skin burns
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Chickenpox
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Cold sores
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Constipation
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Diarrhoea
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Gastro-oesophageal reflux
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Headlice
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Mouth ulcers
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Shingles
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Pain management
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Smoking cessation
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Sore throat
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Stye
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Threadworm infections
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Genital warts
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Tinea
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Oral & Vaginal thrush
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Scabies
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Nappy rash
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Individual case scenarios are developed and conducted as a role-play for primary healthcare issues Some of them include:
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Legal And Ethical Practice
More than 20 different case scenarios related to legal and ethical issues of prescription dispensing will be discussed. Descriptive feedback will be provided for the candidates during their mock test.
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Problem Solving And Communication
Meet The Instructors
Dr. Akram Ahmad
B.Pharm, PharmD, PhD
12 years of Experience
- Dr. Akram Ahmad is a clinical pharmacist, research scientist, educator and entrepreneur, known internationally for his work in healthcare education and global career guidance for healthcare professionals.
- He completed his Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) and Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) in India, and then pursued his Ph.D on full-scholarship from the Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney.
- Dr. Akram has extensive teaching experience across prestigious institutions in India, Malaysia and Australia.
- Dr. Akram has published over 110 research papers in reputed, peer-reviewed international journals like The Lancet, The Lancet Global Health, The Lancet Infectious Diseases, PLOS ONE, BMC Public Health, and more.
- His profile ranks in the top 2% scientists on ResearchGate, and has a H-index of 32, i10-index of 70, and 3000+ citations.
- He is the Founder and CEO of Academically Global and a global healthcare career guidance coach.
- Heading Academically Global, he has helped thousands of doctors, pharmacists, dentists, physiotherapists, nurses, optometrists and other healthcare professionals migrate and establish fulfilling careers in countries including Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Ireland, Canada, and the Gulf.
- Dr. Akram has been able to touch the lives of over 700,000 healthcare professionals from over 77 countries.
He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the
"Journal of Pharmacy Practice and Community Medicine."
Know More
Caitlin Hardman, Australia
AHPRA Registered Pharmacist
14 years of Experience
- Caitlin Hardman is a dedicated healthcare professional who has completed her Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) in Australia and received certifications including GCertHlthProfEd and FANZCAP (Edu., MedSafety).
- She is an AHPRA-registered pharmacist with clinical and academic experience within Australian Hospitals and Universities.
- She has joined hands with Academically as the faculty member and coach for pharmacy exams, helping aspirants gain the theoretical and practical knowledge required to clear foreign pharmacy exams.
Teena Nazeem
B.Pharm, M.Pharm , AHPRA Registered Pharmacist
11 years of Experience
- Teena Nazeem is a Registered Pharmacist (Provisional) with a diverse background in pharmacy practice and education.
- She completed her B.Pharm from Nirmala College of Pharmacy, Kerala, and earned a Master in Pharmacy Practice from JSS College of Pharmacy, Ooty, where the Frank May Gold Medal recognised her excellence.
- Later, she started her career as an educationist by working as an Assistant Professor at Krupanidhi College of Pharmacy for over 6 years.
- She cleared the KAPS exam and moved to Australia as a registered pharmacist. Currently, she works at Chemist Warehouse in Melbourne.
Femi Maria Francis, Australia
B.Pharm, M.Pharm, (KAPS and GPAT Qualified), AHPRA Registered Pharmacist
5 years of Experience
- Femi Maria Francis is an Indian pharmacist with an extensive academic and professional track record.
- She has completed her Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) degree from the esteemed Govt. Medical College Kottayam furthered her education with a Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) degree from NIPER-R, where her excellence was acknowledged with the Director's Silver Medal. Later, she completed postgraduate training at CSIR-CDRI, where she had the privilege of collaborating with some of India's foremost scientists.
- Post that, she worked for 2 years as a senior research associate in Drug Metabolism & Pharmacokinetics (DMPK), after which she went on to serve as an operations specialist in pharmacovigilance, contributing significantly to the safety reporting efforts for the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
- Currently, she is working as an intern pharmacist in Melbourne, Australia. She has a total experience of 5 years.
- She has also cleared notable pharmaceutical examinations such as GPAT and KAPS.
Mohammad Qamar, Australia
B.Pharm, MPhil, BCPS (USA) , AHPRA Registered Pharmacist
14 years of Experience
- Mohammad Qamar is a pharmacist and an educationist.
- He completed his B.Pharm and M.Phil in clinical pharmacy from USM Malaysia.
- He has been educating and guiding global pharmacy students for over 12 years now.
- Mohammad has successfully aced the BCPS (USA), MMPS (Malaysia) and KAPS exams.
- He is currently working as an intern pharmacist in Victoria, Australia.
Dr. Ahmad Karamat, Australia
AHPRA Registered Pharmacist
4 years of Experience
- Ahmad Karamat is a pharmacist from Pakistan.
- He has completed his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Lahore, Pakistan.
- Later, he cleared the KAPS exam and migrated to Australia.
- Ahmad Karamat has over 4 years of teaching experience as of now.
- Currently, he is working as a community pharmacist in Australia while also helping several students in clearing their KAPS exam through Academically.
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Success Stories
If I hadn't gotten the right guidance and coaching as I got from Academically, it could have been still very difficult for me. I relied more on recorded lectures, the lectures were very informative to the point, concise and precise. Whenever I asked doubts it was cleared immediately. I have been very lucky to get coaching from Academically.
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Canada, KAPS Qualified July 2023
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KAPS Passed July 2023
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Intern Pharmacist at Chemist Warehouse, Melbourne, Australia
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DHA Pharmacist at VIVA Pharmacy, UAE
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About The Pharmacy Intern Written and Oral Examination
What is the Pharmacy Intern Written and Oral Exam?
The Australian Intern Written and Oral Examination evaluates your knowledge, competence, and ability to make sound decisions in real-world pharmacy practice. Passing this exam shows you’re fully ready to work as a registered pharmacist in Australia.
This is a crucial milestone toward permanent registration with the Australian Pharmacy Council and the Pharmacy Board of Australia, following your pharmacy degree or OPRA exam and internship.
Think of it as the final step to showcase your expertise and readiness to serve in the Australian healthcare system.
The process includes both a Written Exam and an Oral Exam, both of which you must clear to gain full pharmacist registration.
Pharmacy Intern Written and Oral Exam Eligibility Criteria
You are eligible to register for the Intern Written Exam if you:
- Are provisionally registered with the Pharmacy Board of Australia (or have been registered in the past).
- Have completed at least 75% of your required supervised practice hours for general registration, or will have completed them by the exam date.
Registration Period: 6 January – 26 January 2026
Exam Date: 16 February 2026
Result: 12 March 2026
Registration Period: 24 March – 25 May 2026
Exam Date: 15 June 2026
Result: 9 July 2026
Registration Period: 14 July – 21 September 2026
Exam Dates: 19 – 20 October 2026
Result: 12 November 2026
Note: If you register but haven’t completed the required hours, a cancellation fee will apply.
Written Exam Requirement for Oral Exam Eligibility
To be eligible for the Oral Examination, applicants must:
- Hold a current pass in the Intern Written Examination conducted by the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) at the closing date for oral exam applications.
- Note that a pass in the Written Exam is valid for 18 months from the date of passing.
Oral Examination Period: 2 February 2026 – 27 February 2026
Applications Open: 16 November 2025
Applications Close: 19 December 2025
Oral Examination Period: 1 June 2026 – 26 June 2026
Applications Open: 2 March 2026
Applications Close: 3 April 2026
Oral Examination Period: 5 October 2026 – 30 October 2026
Applications Open: 29 June 2026
Applications Close: 31 July 2026
Important Notes About the Pharmacy Oral Examination Schedule
Examinations are not held on every date within the published exam periods, nor are they conducted on the same dates across all locations. The number of examination days at each site depends on candidate volume and examiner/venue availability.
Candidates must remain available for the entire published examination period.
Once applications close, candidates are randomly allocated a specific exam date and time for their chosen location. This information is emailed two weeks before the examination period begins.
Make sure Ahpra has your correct and up-to-date contact details at all times to avoid missing important notifications.
Procedure for Pharmacy Intern Written and Oral Exam
Procedure for the Pharmacy Intern Written and Oral Exam
1. Complete Required Internship Hours
Begin your pharmacy internship under provisional registration.
You must complete at least 75% of the 1,575 supervised practice hours before sitting the Written Exam.
2. Register for the Intern Written Exam
Check the APC exam schedule and registration window.
Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before applying.
Submit your application and pay the exam fee.
Fee: 770 per attempt (₹44,874)
3. Sit the Intern Written Examination
Attend the exam on the assigned date.
The Written Exam assesses clinical knowledge, pharmacy practice, calculations, legislation, and professional judgement.
4. Receive Written Exam Results
Results are released according to the published schedule.
A pass is valid for 18 months, during which you must attempt the Oral Exam.
5. Apply for the Oral Examination
Applications open and close on specific dates for each Oral Exam period.
You must hold a current pass in the Written Exam at the closing date of applications.
6. Allocation of Oral Exam Date & Time
After the application deadline, candidates are randomly assigned a date and time.
Allocation details are emailed two weeks before the exam period.
Ensure your Ahpra contact details are accurate and updated.
7. Sit for the Oral Examination
The Oral Exam tests your ability to apply pharmacy knowledge in real-world practice scenarios.
Be prepared for case-based questions, communication skills assessment, and decision-making tasks.
8. Receive Oral Exam Results
Results are released according to the APC schedule.
Passing both Written and Oral Exams completes your assessment pathway for general registration.
9. Apply for General Registration
After clearing the exams and completing all internship hours, apply to the Pharmacy Board of Australia for full pharmacist registration.
Pharmacy Intern Written and Oral Exam Format
Revised Conditions for the Intern Written Exam (Effective January 2026)
The Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) has updated the Intern Written Exam conditions for 2026 to strengthen exam validity and integrity based on evidence-based assessment practices.
Read the updated conditions carefully to prepare effectively.
Key Changes for 2026
Permitted materials: Restricted open-book
Exam delivery: In-person only at approved test centres
Question format: Calculations now include Fill in the Blank (FIB) items
The Intern Written Exam is a core requirement for progressing from provisional to general registration as a pharmacist in Australia.
Exam Structure
Format
Restricted open-book, computer-based exam
Delivered in person at approved test centres
75 questions total
Multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
Fill in the Blank (FIB) calculation questions
Permitted Reference Books (Physical Copies Only)
You may bring ONE original physical copy (any edition) of each:
Australian Medicines Handbook (AMH)
Australian Pharmaceutical Formulary and Handbook (APF)
Not permitted:
Handwritten notes
Loose sheets
Printed PDFs or digital file printouts
Tabs larger than 12mm × 44mm
Timing
120 minutes exam time
Plus:
5 minutes: Non-disclosure agreement
10 minutes: Pre-exam tutorial
5 minutes: Post-exam feedback survey
These activities do not count toward the 120-minute timer.
Exam Content Overview
The exam tests competencies from Domains 1 and 3 of the National Competency Standards Framework (2016):
Competency Standards & Weighting
1.3 Practise within applicable legal framework – 8%
3.1 Patient-centred approach to medication management – 20%
3.2 Implement medication management strategy – 28%
3.3 Monitor and evaluate medication management – 28%
3.4 Compound medicines – 8%
3.6 Promote health & well-being – 8%
Topic Areas
Calculations
Cardiovascular
Dermatology
Ear, nose and throat
Endocrinology
Gastrointestinal
Haematology
Health promotion
Immunology
Malignant disease
Nervous system
Ophthalmology
Primary healthcare
Respiratory
Rheumatology
Statutory requirements
Urological
Vaccination
Scored vs Unscored Questions
90% scored questions
10% unscored (for testing future questions)
You will not know which items are unscored
Pharmacy Intern Written and Oral Exam Test Centres
Written Examination Locations Across Australia
- Adelaide
- Alice Springs
- Brisbane
- Canberra
- Darwin
- Hobart
- Melbourne
- Perth
- Sydney
- Townsville
Oral Examination Locations Across Australia
- Australian Capital Territory – Canberra
- New South Wales – Sydney
- Northern Territory – Darwin
- Queensland – Brisbane
- South Australia – Adelaide
- Tasmania – Hobart
- Victoria – Melbourne
- Western Australia – Perth
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Frequently Asked Questions
An intern pharmacist in Australia is a pharmacy graduate who is in the process of becoming a fully registered pharmacist. The internship is a critical step in becoming a qualified pharmacist in Australia, and it serves as a period of supervised practice and training.
The average intern pharmacist salary in Australia would be approximately 3,481,116 Indian Rupees per year or 1,785.60 Indian Rupees per hour.
The number of supervised practice hours required for general registration for the pharmacist intern exam is 1,575 hours.
Pharmacist interns assist registered pharmacists in tasks such as dispensing medications, counselling patients, medication reviews, pharmacy operations, documentation, and health promotion.
Yes, pharmacists can apply for Permanent Residency (PR) in Australia after completing the OPRA Exam (formerly KAPS) or graduating with a pharmacy degree from an Australian university. Once registered, they can submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and may be eligible for skilled migration visas such as Subclass 190 (State Sponsored) or Subclass 491 (Regional Sponsored), depending on the state requirements and occupation lists.
Skills to include on a pharmacy intern's CV:
- Education: Mention your pharmacy degree and institution.
- Pharmacy Competencies: Showcase skills in dispensing, medication counselling, and compounding.
- Pharmacy Software: Highlight familiarity with relevant software.
- Communication: Emphasise your ability to communicate with patients and healthcare professionals.
- Attention to Detail: Mention your accuracy in medication preparation and record-keeping.
- Teamwork: Highlight your ability to work effectively in a healthcare team.
- Customer Service: Showcase your patient-focused approach.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Mention your understanding of pharmacy regulations and ethics.
- Adaptability: Highlight your ability to learn and adapt to new challenges.
Yes, Australia is considered a good place for pharmacists due to its high demand, good working conditions, high standards, diverse job settings, and professional recognition.
On average, the salary of a pharmacist in Australia is approximately 5582731 INR.
New South Wales (NSW) and Victoria are often considered the best states for pharmacists in Australia due to their strong job markets and numerous healthcare facilities.
The most important skill for a pharmacist is medication expertise, a deep understanding of medications, their interactions, dosages, and side effects, ensuring safe and effective patient care.
Yes, even if you’ve completed your PharmD internship in India, you are still required to complete 1,575 hours of supervised pharmacy internship in Australia after passing the OPRA Exam (formerly KAPS). This internship is a mandatory requirement by the Pharmacy Board of Australia to ensure you meet Australian pharmacy practice standards before becoming a fully registered pharmacist.
If you're looking to pass the Intern Pharmacist Exam (Oral and Written) on your first attempt, Academically offers a specialised online preparation course tailored for pharmacy graduates in Australia. With expert guidance, mock tests, and flexible learning, Academically ensures you're ready to complete your APC and Pharmacy Board of Australia registration successfully.
No, you must pass the OPRA Exam (formerly known as the KAPS exam) before beginning your 1,575 hours of supervised internship in Australia. The Pharmacy Board of Australia requires this step to confirm your eligibility to practice under supervision.
You are allowed up to three attempts at the Intern Written Exam. If you are unsuccessful after three tries, you must apply for special consideration to attempt the exam again. It is important to prepare thoroughly using a structured course like Academically’s Intern Exam Prep.
Yes, overseas pharmacists can complete their internship part-time; however, the total 1,575 hours must be completed within a 2-year period, and the internship plan must be approved by the Pharmacy Board of Australia.
The pass rate for the Intern Written Exam varies each year, but it's generally between 70-80%. A focused preparation course like Academically's coaching program significantly boosts your chances of passing on the first attempt.
Yes, the Intern Written Exam tests both clinical knowledge and pharmacy practice. You'll face multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on patient cases, dispensing scenarios, legal and ethical practice, and medication management.
Absolutely. Once you pass the Intern Pharmacist Exam and receive general registration, you can work as a fully registered pharmacist in community, hospital, or industrial pharmacy settings. Many graduates transition to full-time roles at their internship sites.
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