KAPS is an entrance pharmacy exam for pharmacists to work in Australia. Pharmacists from all over the world are invited to pass this exam and start working in Australian Pharmacy as full-time pharmacists.

KAPS exam stands for The Knowledge Assessment of Pharmaceutical Sciences. The Australian Pharmacy Council, the official government body, takes this exam. From eligibility requirements to credentials, validation is done by the council.

Before booking the exam, Pharmacists must provide eligibility to sit in the exam with degree validation.

Once the KAPS exam is booked candidate needs to attend the exam at a physical exam centre and it is not a self-taking online exam.

Kaps Exam Procedure

KAPS Exam Centres List in 2024

KAPS exam is an online exam and it can be booked from anywhere in the world,

Pharmacists taking the KAPS exam are mostly from the following countries. Please find a compiled list of KAPS exam test centres in your country. The list is compiled from the official source list from the Australian Pharmacy Council.

  • Bangalore City
  • Chennai City
  • Hyderabad
  • Mumbai (Bombay)
  • New Delhi
  • Gurgaon
  • Pune City
  • Noida
  • Kerala
  • Dubai – Business Bay
  • Abudhabi
  • Lahore – 3 Exam centres
  • Karachi – 1 Exam centre
  • Islamabad – 1 Exam centre
  • Cairo
  • Alexandria
  • Auckland
  • Wellington

KAPS Exam Dates in 2024 – New Updates

The exam is conducted at the same time in all test centres worldwide. The exam is provided online on a computer screen.

  • 4th till 6th March 2024 – Exams are taken
  • 15th till 17th July 2024 – Next Kaps Exam
  • 25 – 27 November 2024
  • 28 November – 5 February 2024 – Registrations Closed
  • 26 March – 11 June 2024 – Registerations are Open (Online)
  • 6 August – 14 October 2024 – Yet to Open
  • 19 March 2024 – Results Announced
  • 30 July 2024
  • 10 December 2024

KAPS Exam Fees – 2024 Updated Fees

Kaps fees were revised last month (March 2024).

CurrencyEligibility Check FeesKaps Exam Registration Fees
AUDAU$810AU$2,290
INR44090.37124,650.56
PKR146860.27415,178.47
AED1941.155487.68
USD528.591494.34
Kaps exam fees in AUD, INR, PKR, AED, USD

Don’t forget to check our detailed article about best countries for pharmacist immigration.

FAQ

How long should you study for the KAPS Exam?

Ideally, it is recommended you choose a 3-month study route. The reason behind the syllabus of exams is extensive. Bonus Tip: Dedicate the last 2 weeks to critical parts of the test.

When KAPS Exam Results are announced?

The latest KAPS Exam results will be announced on 18th March 2024. This exam was taken in the first week of March 2024.

Finally, before starting the KAPS exam journey, you should be clear about finances and study time. We wish you the best of luck for your KAPS Exam Journey. We recommend preparing for the exam in 3 months.

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Australian Pharmacy Council

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