The competition ratio for Internal Medicine Training (inc. ACCS Internal Medicine) CT1 training posts in 2025 was 5.27:1. 8,841 applications were made for 1,678 posts. This is an increase in the competition level compared to 2024 when 6,273 applications were made for 1,698 posts (a competition ratio of 3.69:1).

In 2025 there were 1,678 Internal Medicine Training (inc. ACCS Internal Medicine) CT1 posts compared to 1,698 posts in 2024. A decrease of 20 posts. 

Data for Internal Medicine Training and ACCS Internal Medicine is combined as both specialties share the same application form, with applicants choosing whether to apply for the IMT or ACCS route during the application process. 

Internal Medicine Training was introduced in 2019, replacing Core Medical Training. CMT data in this table has been renamed to IMT to  make it easier to compare data.