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MCEM part A, as the curriculum suggests, tests a candidate mostly on basic (pre-clinical) specialties with a slant on clinical relevance. It is very sad that no one from the said centre could pass. I feel that this depends on the individual candidate's preparation (firstly some book-work and then, more importantly, having a strategy or gameplan!!!).

It does not mean that the candidates were incapable. It also does not reflect on any institute. After all, these institutes are not coaching centres. They would provide you with the necessary exposure and also invaluable guidance.

If you look at the results for part B and C, the results are not that discouraging. Does that instill confidence in you?? Does that mean that the institute is doing well??

Whether you should apply for the exam or not depends entirely on what alternatives you have now and as to how badly you want to have this qualification!!! Please do not go by the 'trend'.

Good luck anyway...