Your voice matters! Help us improve the AGPT Program

The National Registrar Survey (NRS) is your opportunity to share your satisfaction level and experience in the AGPT Program, as well as your future career plans.

The survey findings help the RACGP and the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing identify ways to improve the training program.

It only takes a few minutes to complete. All responses are anonymous, and your input will directly shape policies that affect your training and career.

Check your email for a personalised NRS link, to be completed from 6 July – 14 August.

Medicare provider number for 2026.2

A friendly reminder to check that you’ve received your Medicare provider number (MPN) with full billing rights, and that you have:

• shared this with your practice manager
• entered these details into your Registrar Portfolio ('Registrar Details’ tab) in the training management system (TMS)
• added your bank account details to PRODA (for registrars in MM 2–7 and AMSs only).

1. Log into PRODA and select ‘My Personal Details’.
2. Select ‘My Banking Details’. A list of all provider numbers and programs with bank details registered will be displayed.
3. Select ‘Add’ or ‘Update’ against the provider number or programs.
4. Enter the details or select an existing account from the dropdown list and select the acknowledgment checkbox.
5. Click ‘Submit’. A success screen will display to confirm details have been updated.

Upcoming webinar – understanding Medicare

Fundamentals and compliance essentials for GPs

This webinar covers the fundamentals of Medicare, how the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing supports the sustainability of the system, and providers' legislative obligations.
 
It draws on key concepts from the Provider Handbook, and compliance strategy and priorities. The session is designed primarily for GPs in training and providers new to the system.
 
Webinar details:
15 July, 7.00 pm (AEST)
Register now

NTCER 2026–28 update

The review of the National Terms and Conditions for the Employment of Registrars (NTCER) has been finalised, with agreement reached between General Practice Registrars Australia (GPRA) and General Practice Supervision Australia (GPSA).

The updated NTCER (Version 2026–02) will apply from 2026.2.

Key updates that affect you as a registrar include:

• annual remuneration increases aligned with MBS indexation
• greater flexibility in administration time for GPT3 and GPT4 registrars
• improved transparency of your earnings through practice software or another mechanism
• access to unpaid cultural leave may be available by agreement with your practice (noting this may affect training time)
• substituted public holidays in line with the National Employment Standards
• orientation within your ordinary rostered hours
• clearer guidance on workload expectations, referencing training provider patient-per-hour guidance.

2027 placement timeline and priority placements

The 2027 placement timeline is now available to support your early planning. Please review the key dates and begin preparing for the 2027 placement cycle.

The RACGP has a priority placements process for both community and registrar needs, including:

• community needs (eg MM 6–7 and incentivised placements)
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander registrars and community-controlled placements, supported through culturally safe, partnership-based arrangements aligned with the principles of self-determination and trauma-informed care
• other registrar needs (eg ADF registrars, Rural Generalist registrars, registrars on remediation, or registrars with specific personal or learning requirements).

Incentive payments available from 2026

Three government incentive payments are available from 2026 to support your transition from the hospital sector to GP training.

GPT1 salary incentive: if you’re undertaking your first six-month core general practice term, you may receive $5,000 (FTE) per month. In addition, you may be able to access the following payments during training:

Study leave incentive: up to five days (FTE) per training year for exam preparation and approved professional development, paid at NTCER base rates, plus 10% in lieu of billings, plus an amount equal to superannuation (12% as at July 2025). Study leave must be arranged in advance as unpaid leave. Payments are made monthly in arrears and unused leave doesn’t accrue.

Parental leave incentive: primary carers can receive up to 20 weeks (FTE); secondary carers up to two weeks. The incentive is paid at the corresponding base rate in the NTCER, plus 10% in lieu of billings, plus an amount equal to superannuation (12% as at July 2025).

All payments are pro-rated for part-time registrars and are administered by the RACGP on behalf of Services Australia. You are responsible for managing your own taxation and superannuation obligations.

Your training coordinator can guide you on how to access these incentive payments. Eligibility criteria are available via the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing’s GP Training Incentive Payments webpage and the AGPT Registrar Handbook.

Applications close Monday – 2027 Academic Post Program

If you’ve started your application for the 2027 AGPT Academic Post Program, now's the time to finish it. Applications close at 11.59 pm (AEST) on Monday 6 July, so make sure you submit before the deadline.

There are 27 places available for the 2027 intake, giving you the opportunity to build research and teaching skills alongside your clinical training.

Submit your application

Education calendars are now available

The 2026.2 registrar out-of-practice education calendars are now available on our website and in the TMS under ‘Quick Links and Subscriptions’. 

The calendars outline your out-of-practice requirements throughout the semester, based on your training stage.  
 
Event dates vary by location, so be sure to select your region to view the information relevant to you. 

Have questions? Your training coordinator is here to help.

The Workforce Incentive Program

The Workforce Incentive Program (WIP) is an Australian Government initiative aimed at improving access to medical services in regional, rural and remote communities. This FAQ outlines program objectives, eligibility and payment arrangements, and explains how the incentive supports workforce retention and access to quality care in these areas. Access the WIP FAQ.  

New resource: Recognising burnout during GP training

Life can be stressful when you’re juggling exams, work and family commitments. Burnout is something that can affect anyone.

The RACGP Wellbeing Project has developed a new resource that explores the signs of burnout in GPs in training and offers practical strategies to help you navigate it during training.

Take a look now

GP support program now available through Sonder

The RACGP has partnered with Sonder to enhance wellbeing and support services for eligible members and their immediate family members.  
 
Sonder is now available through the mobile app, giving you access to:

• 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support
• safety and check-in features
• self-guided wellbeing resources
• medical support.

Evidence in practice

Can early assessments predict exam performance? 

Newly published research from General Practice Training Research (GPTR) examines whether assessments undertaken early in training can predict registrar performance in final RACGP Fellowship exams.  
This study looked at the relationship between performance in two early training assessments (a Key Feature Problem (KFP) test and a mini-Objective Structured Clinical Examination) and later exam outcomes.  

Key findings included: 

• stronger performance in early training assessments was significantly associated with stronger performance in final RACGP exams  

• higher scores in the KFP assessment undertaken early in training were significantly associated with passing all three Fellowship exams on the first attempt. 

Wellbeing Hub

Explore the RACGP Wellbeing Hub for tailored wellbeing resources designed to support GPs in training.

 

Contact us

If you have any questions about the information in this newsletter, please contact your local training team.