GP Salary in Australia (2025): What Doctors Really Earn from Internship to Fellowship

“How much does a GP earn in Australia?”
It’s one of the most Googled medical career questions - and with good reason.

Whether you're a medical student, IMG, or career-changer, understanding GP salary trends is essential when choosing your training path, negotiating contracts, or planning your future in general practice.

This 2025 salary breakdown - created with insights from A/Prof George Eskander, Chief Examiner at PassGP - gives you a no-nonsense look at earnings across every GP career stage in Australia.

Quick Summary: GP Salary in Australia

1. Intern and Resident Salaries

In your hospital years (PGY1–2), GP salaries are fixed and paid by the state health system.

• Most interns earn $75–85K/year
• Residents (PGY2+) earn $85–100K/year, depending on overtime and state awards
• Superannuation, annual leave, and penalty rates included

Tip: These early years do not count towards RACGP Fellowship but are often required before entering AGPT or FSP.

2. GP Registrar Salaries

Once you enter GP training (AGPT, FSP, or Independent Pathway), you’re no longer salaried by a hospital - you’re paid by the clinic you work for.

AGPT Registrars:

• Funded by the government, but salary varies by term
• $85,000 – $130,000/year depending on billings, rurality, and hours

FSP or Independent Registrars:

• Usually paid a percentage of billings (e.g. 60–70%)
• No government stipend, so income depends on how many patients you see

 Example:
A registrar billing $250K/year on 65% share = $162,500/year

3. Fully Qualified GPs (Fellowed)

Once you achieve FRACGP or FACRRM, your income increases substantially.

• Most Fellowed GPs earn $200,000–$350,000/year
• Some metro GPs earn more with private billing
• Many GPs reduce hours to 3–4 days/week once Fellowed

 Factors that affect GP income:

• % of billings (60–75% is typical)
• Billing model: bulk billing vs mixed/private
• Patient numbers and efficiency
• Skin/dermatology, women's health, procedures = more income

4.   Rural and Remote GP Salaries

Working in a DPA area or rural town? Your salary may be significantly higher, thanks to:

• Higher patient demand
• Rural incentive payments
• Tax benefits for remote locations
• Procedural add-ons (e.g. anaesthetics, obstetrics)

GPs in rural areas regularly earn $250K–$500K+, even in early years post-Fellowship.

Locum GP Rates in 2025

Locum GPs (short-term, temporary placements) are in huge demand:

Many clinics also cover:

• Flights
• Accommodation
• Car hire
• Paid travel days

 This is an attractive option for GPs seeking flexibility, lifestyle, or rapid debt reduction.

How GP Income Compares to Other Specialties

General Practice remains one of the most balanced careers, with high income, flexible hours, and minimal hospital night shifts.

 How PassGP Helps You Maximise GP Income

At PassGP, we help future GPs succeed - not just in exams, but in career planning, job choice, and negotiation.

With tools built by examiners like A/Prof Eskander, PassGP offers:

Fellowship exam preparation (AKT, KFP MSQ, CCE, StAMPS)
PESCI and FSP readiness
Career coaching on clinic contracts, rural options, and workload
1:1 bespoke tutoring to accelerate Fellowship (and income)

Final Thoughts

Being a GP in Australia is more than a stable career - it’s a high-income, flexible lifestyle that rewards those who prepare early and train smart.

Whether you're a student, IMG, or registrar, understanding GP salary trends helps you:

• Choose the right training pathway
• Plan your work-life balance
• Maximise income without burning out

Start your journey today at PassGP
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