EXAMINATION
FMGE is a computer-based test held twice a year—June and December. It comprises a single day with two sessions (Part A and Part B), each with 150 multiple-choice questions. The test is objective in nature with no negative marking. The total duration of the exam is 5 hours, with a break between the two parts.
To be eligible for FMGE, candidates must be Indian citizens or OCIs with a primary medical qualification from a recognized medical university abroad. The qualification should be confirmed by the Indian Embassy of the respective country and must be listed with the World Directory of Medical Schools. Candidates must have completed their internship or be about to complete it.
Applicants need to submit proof of nationality (passport/Aadhaar), medical degree certificate, eligibility certificate issued by the National Medical Commission (if applicable), internship completion certificate, and recent passport-sized photographs. All documents must be uploaded online and presented at the test center if required.
| Anatomy & Physiology | Basic structure, function, and systems of the human body |
| Biochemistry | Metabolism, enzymes, vitamins, and clinical correlations |
| Microbiology & Pathology | Infections, immune response, disease mechanisms |
| Pharmacology | Drug action, therapeutic uses, side effects |
| Forensic Medicine | Legal aspects, postmortem, toxicology basics |
| Medicine & Allied Subjects | Internal Medicine, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiology |
| Surgery & Allied Subjects | General Surgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Ophthalmology |
| Obstetrics & Gynecology | Reproductive health, prenatal and postnatal care |
| Pediatrics | Child health, nutrition, immunization, common illnesses |
| Community Medicine | Epidemiology, public health policies, national programs |
Visit the NBE official website and create an account.
Fill in personal and academic details and upload the required documents.
Pay the application fee via debit/credit card or net banking.
Download the acknowledgment page for future reference.
Released a few weeks before the exam, available for download online.
The results of the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) are generally declared within 4 to 6 weeks following the examination date. The National Board of Examinations (NBE), which conducts the FMGE, releases the results exclusively on its official website. Candidates are required to log in using their application ID and password to access their results. The scorecard contains detailed marks, including the total score, sectional performance, and pass/fail status. To successfully clear the FMGE, a candidate must secure a minimum of 150 marks out of 300. This result plays a crucial role in determining eligibility for medical practice in India, as passing the FMGE is mandatory for all foreign medical graduates seeking Indian licensure. Once declared, the results are final, and individual scorecards can be downloaded for future use during the licensing process.
While the NBE maintains high transparency in conducting and evaluating the FMGE, students who believe there has been an error in their score may initiate a formal review request. However, it is important to note that the NBE does not permit a physical rechecking or re-evaluation of answer sheets due to confidentiality and standardized processing protocols. Candidates can raise grievances only in the event of technical discrepancies, such as mismatched scores or issues in downloading the result. These grievances can be submitted through the official NBE grievance redressal portal within the stipulated time frame. All requests are evaluated, and if any genuine error is found in result processing, necessary corrections are made. Still, the policy does not allow for score enhancement or post-result corrections without valid reason. Therefore, candidates are advised to double-check all credentials and maintain communication with the NBE portal for result updates and clarification procedures.
Clearing the FMGE marks the beginning of a crucial phase in a medical graduate’s career in India. Upon receiving a passing score, candidates are required to undergo a one-year compulsory rotatory internship at an NMC-recognized hospital or medical college in India. This internship is vital for gaining hands-on clinical experience and exposure to the Indian healthcare system. After successfully completing the internship, the candidate is eligible to apply for permanent registration either through the State Medical Council (SMC) or directly with the National Medical Commission (NMC), depending on their preference and region of practice. Once registered, they are legally allowed to practice as a licensed medical doctor in India. Many candidates also choose to specialize or prepare for postgraduate entrance examinations (like NEET-PG) following their registration to further advance their careers in India’s medical sector.
While FMGE certification is mandatory for practicing medicine within India, it is not recognized as a valid licensing document for practicing in foreign countries. For candidates who aspire to practice medicine internationally, clearing the FMGE is only one part of their journey. They must also meet the specific licensing and qualification criteria of their desired country of practice. For example, candidates planning to practice in the United States must qualify the USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination); those targeting the UK must pass the PLAB (Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board) test; and for Australia, the AMC (Australian Medical Council) exams are required. Although FMGE confirms a graduate’s competence to practice in India, international medical registration requires country-specific exams, language proficiency tests, and credential evaluations. Thus, candidates must carefully plan their next steps based on their global career aspirations and prepare accordingly for any additional examinations and documentation required.
| FMGE Exam Fee | ₹7,080 (including GST) |
| Re-application Fee | ₹7,080 |
| Grievance/Correction Fee | ₹1,000 – ₹2,000 (if applicable) |
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