FMGE Exam Date, Registration Date, Pattern, Syllabus & Study Plan

The FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination) candidates can fill out the FMGE 2023 application form from 3 PM onwards. The last date to submit the application is June 20, 2023. The FMGE 2023 exam for the June session is scheduled to take place on July 30, 2023.

FMGE Overview

The Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) is a licensure examination conducted in India for Indian citizens or Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) who have obtained their medical degrees from foreign countries. Administered by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), the FMGE assesses the knowledge and understanding of basic medical concepts and clinical practices of candidates aspiring to practice medicine in India.

The FMGE is held twice a year, typically in June and December. The exam adheres to the syllabus prescribed by the Medical Council of India (MCI) and covers various disciplines such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine, Community Medicine, Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, and more.

Conducted in English, the FMGE consists of a single paper comprising 300 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). These questions are based on the concepts and principles taught during the undergraduate medical curriculum. Candidates have three and a half hours to complete the exam.

To pass the FMGE, candidates must secure a minimum of 150 marks out of 300. The NBE declares the results, and successful candidates receive a pass certificate. This certificate enables them to apply for provisional or permanent registration with the State Medical Council (SMC) or Medical Council of India (MCI) to practice medicine in India.

FMGE Important Dates

Important Dates for NEET UG	Dates
FMGE Applications Submission	31 May 2023
Last date for FMGE 2023 Application	20 June 2023 (Till 11:55PM)
FMGE 2023 Application Correction	23rd June to 26th June 2023
Admit Card	25 July 2023
FMGE 2023 Exam Date	30 July 2023
FMGE 2023 Result	30th August 2023

The Eligibility Criteria

Citizenship: You must be an Indian citizen or an overseas citizen of India.

Primary Medical Qualification: You should possess a primary medical qualification, such as an MBBS degree or its equivalent, which is recognized by the government of the country where the institution awarding the qualification is located.

Medical Council Recognition: Your medical qualification must be recognized by the concerned authorities in the country where you obtained the qualification. The qualification should be listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools or the International Medical Education Directory.

Certificate of Primary Medical Qualification: You need to provide documentary evidence of obtaining the primary medical qualification from the foreign medical institution. This could be in the form of a degree certificate or a provisional pass certificate.

Internship Completion: You must have completed the compulsory rotating internship of 12 months from a recognized medical institution before the specified cut-off date.

Proof of Registration: If you are registered as a medical practitioner in the country where you obtained the primary medical qualification, you need to provide proof of registration.

Eligibility Certificate: Before applying for the FMGE, you must obtain an eligibility certificate from the Medical Council of India (MCI) or the National Board of Examinations (NBE).

FMGE Application

Registration: Visit the official website of the National Board of Examinations (NBE) at nbe.edu.in and register for FMGE 2023 by providing your personal details such as name, nationality, date of birth, gender, and contact information.

Issuance of Login Credentials: After successful registration, you will receive a unique login ID and password on your registered mobile number and email address. Keep these credentials handy for future use.

Filling out the Application Form: Log in using your credentials and fill out the FMGE application form for June 2023. Provide accurate details regarding your personal, academic, and contact information, as well as your internship and MBBS degree details. Select your preferred FMGE exam center from the available options.

Upload Documents: Upload the necessary documents as per the specifications provided by the NBE. These may include a passport-size photograph, signature, left-hand thumb impression, copy of passport, MBBS pass certificate attested by the Indian Embassy, Class 12 mark sheet, date of birth certificate, internship certificate (if applicable), eligibility certificate issued by the National Medical Council, and address proof.

Payment of Application Fees: Pay the required application fee online using credit/debit cards or net banking. The FMGE application fee for general/OCI candidates and SC/ST/OBC candidates is Rs. 7,080 (including GST).

Print Confirmation Page: After successful payment, download and print the confirmation page of your FMGE application form. Verify all the entered details and keep multiple copies of the confirmation page for future reference.

Highlights for FMGE 2023

Exam Name	Foreign Medical Graduates Examination (FMGE)
Exam Level	National Level Exam
Frequency of Conduct	Twice a year (June and December)
Mode of Application	Online
Application Fee	Rs. 7,080 (including GST)
Exam Duration	5 Hours (2 hours 30 minutes for each part)
Mode of Exam	Online
Languages	English
Type of questions	MCQ
Total Questions	300

FMGE 2023 Exam Pattern:

The exam consists of one paper with 300 multiple-choice questions.
Each question will have four response options.
The paper is divided into two parts: Part A and Part B.
Candidates are given a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete each part, with a scheduled break in between.
There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
Each correct answer in the FMGE exam will be awarded 1 mark.
There is no negative marking for incorrect answers or unanswered questions.
The total marks for the exam are 300.
To pass the FMGE exam, candidates need to secure a minimum of 150 marks out of 300.
The exam is conducted in computer-based mode and the medium of the exam is English.
The syllabus for FMGE is based on the MBBS curriculum and is issued by the Medical Council of India (MCI).