Updates on EPC, PCT, EPO case law and the e-EQE

The EPAC 2024 exam was held on Thu 10 Oct 24 – Part 1: 1000-1130 CET – 90 mins, Part 2: 1400-1600 CET – 120 mins. Time for Part 1 thankfully increased by 50%. More administrator questions. See here for links to download two files.

We have completed our major update of PCT.App for recent legal changes. Most of the changes relate to handling of languages by the RO, and the new additional reasons for forwarding to the IB under Rule 19.4 and Rule 26.3ter. The most relevant PCT updates are found at PCT Highlights.

In the self-editable online version, all changes are rolled-out automatically, retaining your personal user annotations from before the update, and allowing export to your own customized printable PDF. The same contents are also published as standalone softcover books in English or German.

Every year, the Examination Board looks for new EQE committee members. The quality of future exams depends on their knowledge & experience, so please volunteer if you can.

New members are mainly needed to mark – after approx. 2 years, you may be asked to help draft exams.

You will also actively take part in implementing the new exams F & M1-M4.

In 2024, the Examination Board will be more strict on the rules for conduct. So, all candidates need to read the requirements and COMPLY with them.

Up-to-date exam calendars can be downloaded with the link. Please pass on quickly to any EQE candidates – – the D exam will be held on 5 Mar 2024 and the PE on 15 Mar 2024. With a summary about the 10-d rule changes which are likely to be tested.