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Intensive Care Medicine ST3 Interview Preparation — 2026

This guide covers everything you need to know to prepare for the Intensive Care Medicine ST3 (Intensive Care Medicine ST3) interview in the 2026 recruitment cycle. The Intensive Care Medicine ST3 interview consists of 1 station covering Interview. Tracks question-level evidence packaging, slot targeting, and export readiness from the locally captured guidance corpus.

Medically reviewed by MedNext Clinical Team. Last reviewed 27 April 2026. See our editorial policy.

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Source Documents

Interview Stations

The Intensive Care Medicine ST3 interview consists of 1 station. Each station is timed and assesses different competencies.

Interview

Track the route interview flow and supporting evidence.

Selection process

Portfolio Scoring Breakdown

Your portfolio is scored against these domains. Map your evidence to each section before the interview to maximise your score.

Domain maxim

6 pts

6 extracted questions map to this section.

  • Domain maxim6 pts

Presentation

2 pts

2 extracted questions map to this section.

  • Presentation2 pts

Care ultraso

1 pts

1 extracted question map to this section.

  • Care ultraso1 pts

Key Dates & Deadlines

Important dates for the Intensive Care Medicine ST3 2026 recruitment cycle. Dates may change — check official sources for updates.

Application opened
20 Nov 2025passed
Application closed
11 Dec 2025passed
Interview window
11–12, 23–24 Mar 2026active
Initial offers
14 Apr 2026upcoming

Eligibility Requirements

You must meet all essential eligibility criteria. These are assessed at the application stage.

Essential

Person specification match

Track the core published eligibility requirements for Intensive Care Medicine ST3.

Official Source Documents

Verify all information against the latest published documents before your application.

Intensive Care Medicine ST3 person specification

Published by: NHS England Medical Hub

Confirmed 2026View document →

Self-assessment applicant guidance 2026

Published by: ICMNRO

Confirmed 2026View document →

Self-assessment matrix 2026

Published by: ICMNRO

Confirmed 2026View document →

Related Specialties

Also in Specialty Training: compare interview formats and scoring criteria across nearby routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Intensive Care Medicine ST3 interview format?

The Intensive Care Medicine ST3 interview consists of 1 station: Interview. Each station assesses different competencies in a timed format.

How is Intensive Care Medicine ST3 selected in 2026?

Tracks question-level evidence packaging, slot targeting, and export readiness from the locally captured guidance corpus.

When are Intensive Care Medicine ST3 interviews in 2026?

Key dates for Intensive Care Medicine ST3 2026: Application opened — 20 Nov 2025; Application closed — 11 Dec 2025; Interview window — 11–12, 23–24 Mar 2026; Initial offers — 14 Apr 2026. Check official sources for any changes.

What documents do I need for Intensive Care Medicine ST3 selection?

You need to meet 1 eligibility criteria including: Person specification match. See the eligibility section below for the complete list.

How many points is the Intensive Care Medicine ST3 portfolio worth?

The Intensive Care Medicine ST3 portfolio is assessed across 3 scoring sections: Domain maxim, Presentation, Care ultraso. Each section has specific criteria and maximum point allocations.

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