FMGE 2024 June Session: New Exam Date (Out), Registration, Eligibility, Syllabus
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About FMGE 2024
FMGE - Foreign Medical Graduate Examination is a screening test for medical graduates to be eligible to practice medicine in the country. FMGE exam is conducted biannually in June and December by the National Board of Examinations for Indian and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) to obtain the registration certificate from the National Medical Commission (NMC) or State Medical Council (SMC).
The NBE has released the FMGE June 2024 revised exam date on the official website. As per NBE exam calendar, FMGE June 2024 screening test will be held on July 6. The application form of FMGE 2024 along with the information brochure will be published on nbe.edu.in. Those who will register and fill the application form will be issued FMGE 2024 June admit card. As per the FMGE exam pattern, the test is divided into two parts - Part A and Part B. Each part had 150 questions, making a total of 300 questions. The questions in the FMGE exam will be asked from the MBBS curriculum. As per the marking scheme, one mark will be awarded for every correct answer, while there will be no negative marking.
NBE will announce the FMGE 2024 June result in the PDF form on the official website. Passing certificates will be issued to graduates who will qualify for the exam. FMGE-qualified candidates will have to present their original documents along with the entry slip.
FMGE 2024 Highlights
Full Exam Name | Foreign Medical Graduates Examination |
Short Exam Name | FMGE |
Conducting Body | National Board of Examinations (NBE) |
Frequency of Conduct | 2 times a year |
Exam Level | National Level Exam |
Languages | English |
Mode of Application | Online |
Application Fee (General) | 7080 Rs [Online] |
Mode of Exam | Online |
Exam Duration | 5 Hours |
FMGE 2024 Important Dates
Upcoming Dates and Events
06 Jul, 2024
Exam | Mode: Online
Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) are required to fulfil the following eligibility criteria of FMGE 2024 to be able to appear in the June session examination. Candidates can check the FMGE 2024 eligibility criteria listed below:
- Candidates applying to FMGE must be either an Indian national or an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI).
- Aspirants should obtain the necessary primary medical qualification and must obtain their MBBS degree before the ascertained period for a particular session. The MBBS degree of the FMGs must be awarded by institutions included in the World Directory of Medical Schools as listed by the World Health Organization (WHO) or an institution duly attested by the Indian embassy concerned for the candidates to be recognized as medical practitioners in India.
- All the FMGs are required to provide documents in support of the primary medical education from the foreign medical institution concerned.
- Candidates with a postgraduate medical degree obtained in the countries of Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand and the United States of America need not appear in FMGE 2024 screening test as they can directly register with MCI/SMC.
Mode of Application : Online
Mode of Payment : Net Banking | Credit Card | Debit Card
Here are the steps to fill FMGE 2024 application form.
- Candidates need to visit nbe.edu.in and click on the tab that says "FMGE June 2024.
- In the next step, all the necessary details pertaining to the application form for FMGE 2024 must be filled out by the candidates.
- All the information provided in the FMGE application form must be correct, so candidates must thoroughly check the details before clicking on the 'Submit' button.
- The fee for the application form of FMGE 2024 which is Rs 7080 (including GST) will be paid in the next step via Credit or Debit Card or net banking only.
- The candidates will be required to check the confirmation box in order to ensure the successful submission of the FMGE 2024 application form.
NOTE: Candidates who will successfully complete the application process of FMGE will receive a confirmation letter sent by NBE on their registered email IDs.
Application Fees
Category | Quota | Mode | Gender | Amount |
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EWS, ST, General, OBC, SC | Online | Male, Female, Transgender | ₹ 7080 |
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General anatomy |
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Basic tissues to body, terminology, and nomenclature |
Elements of anatomy |
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Osteology, arthrology, myology, angiology, neurology |
Regional anatomy |
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Upper limb, lower limb thorax-including diaphragm abdomen and pelvis, head, neck brain, and spinal cord |
Embryology |
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Development of individual organs and systems, postnatal growth, and development |
Histology |
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General histology microanatomy of individual organs and systems |
Human genetics |
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Principles of human genetics and molecular biology |
Radiological anatomy |
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Skiagrams, special X-rays, principles of imaging techniques |
Surface anatomy |
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In cadavers, in the living |
Sectional anatomy |
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Thorax, abdomen, head, neck, and brain |
Physiology
General physiology |
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Body fluids-blood |
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Nerve and muscle |
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Gastrointestinal tract |
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Kidney |
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Skin and body temperature |
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Endocrine glands |
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Reproduction |
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Cardiovascular system |
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Respiratory system |
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Central nervous systems |
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Special senses |
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Biochemistry
Cell and sub-cellular structures |
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Hydrogen ion concentration acid, bases, buffers, Henderson-Hasselbach equation |
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Isotopes and their application |
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Carbohydrates |
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Amino acids, peptides, and proteins |
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Lipids |
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Nuclear acids |
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Enzymes |
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Vitamins |
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Biological oxidation |
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Digestion and absorption from gi tract |
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Intermediary metabolism |
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Carbohydrate metabolism |
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Lipid metabolism |
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Protein and amino acid metabolism |
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Purine and primidine metabolism |
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Minerals |
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Biochemical genetics and protein biosynthesis |
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Tissue biochemistry |
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Liver functions |
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Nutrition and energy metabolism |
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Pathology
Cell injury |
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Inflammation and repair |
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Immunopathology |
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Infectious diseases |
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Circulatory disturbances |
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Growth disturbances and neoplasia |
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Nutritional and other disorders |
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Genetic disorder |
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Hematology |
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Cardiovascular pathology |
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Respiratory pathology |
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Pathology of kidney and urinary tract |
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Hepatobiliary pathology |
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Lymphoreticular system/ spleen |
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Reproductive system (male and female) |
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Diseases of the breast |
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Musculoskeletal system |
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Endocrine pathology |
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Neuropathology |
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Dermatopathology |
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Ocular pathology |
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Microbiology
General microbiology |
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Immunology |
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Bacteriology |
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General virology |
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Systemic virology |
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Mycology |
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Parasitology |
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Clinical/ applied microbiology |
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Pharmacology
General pharmacology |
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Autonomic nervous system |
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Cardiovascular system |
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Diuretics |
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Drugs affecting blood and blood formation |
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Autocoids and related drugs |
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Respiratory system |
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Gastrointestinal system |
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Endocrine pharmacology |
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Central nervous system |
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Psychopharmacology |
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Drugs in anaesthetic practice |
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Chemotherapy |
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Toxicology |
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Clinical pharmacology and rational drug use |
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Forensic medicine
Definitions |
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Courts of india |
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Court procedures |
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Medical certifications and medicolegal reports including dying declaration |
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Death |
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Changes after death |
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Inquest by police, magistrate, and coroner |
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Identification |
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Examination of mutilated human remains |
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Medicolegal autopsies |
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Mechanical injuries and wounds |
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Examination of an injury case |
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Injuries due to physical agents and their medico legal importance |
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Asphyxial death |
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Death due to malnutrition, neglect battered babies |
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Dowry death |
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Virginity, sexual offences, sexual perversions |
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Legitimacy |
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Pregnancy and delivery |
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Infanticide |
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Biological fluids |
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Seminal stains |
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Forensic psychiatry |
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Medical jurisprudence |
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Toxicology |
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General surgery
Hemorrhage and shock |
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Fluid, electrolyte and acid balance, nutrition |
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Skin tumours, burns, skin grafting |
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Arterial diseases |
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Venous diseases |
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Lymphatic and lymph nodes |
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Wounds |
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Specific and non-specific injections |
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Tumors, cysts, ulcers and sinuses, and fistulae |
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Infections of hand and foot |
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Diseases of muscle, tendons, bursae, and fascia |
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Hernia |
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Umbilical granuloma, fistula, adenoma |
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Abdominal wall |
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Face, teeth, gums, mouth, tongue, salivary glands, neck |
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Thyroid glands, thyroglossal tract, and endocrines |
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Breast |
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Sympathetic system |
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Craniocerebral injuries |
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Brain, nerves |
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Genitourinary system |
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Kidneys and ureters |
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Urinary bladder |
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Prostrate |
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Urethra |
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Penis, testis, and scrotum |
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Vasectomy and recanalisation |
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Cardiothoracic system |
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Oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum |
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Spleen, liver, gall bladder, and bile ducts |
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Pancreas |
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Peritoneum |
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Intestines, intestinal obstruction |
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Appendix |
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Rectum and anal canal |
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Anesthesia
Anatomy of upper airway |
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Physiology of respiration O2/ CO2 transport |
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Methods of oxygen therapy |
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Preoperative evaluation/ premedication |
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Anaesthetic agents, stages of anesthesia |
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Principles and mechanism of administration of general anaesthetics, balanced anesthesia |
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Ippv, endotracheal intubations |
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Muscle relaxants |
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Spinal/ epidural anesthesia |
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Local anesthesia |
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation basic, use of simple ventilators |
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Monitoring |
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ICU, role of anaesthesiologist in icu |
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Shock |
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Blood transfusion and fluid electoral balance |
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Sites of respiratory obstruction and management of airway in an Unconscious patient |
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Poisoning |
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Role of anaesthesiologist in acute and chronic relief |
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Orthopedics
Traumatology |
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Injuries of bones and joints, injuries of lower extremity, injuries of the spine vascular injuries |
Cold orthopedics |
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Regional conditions |
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Neuromuscular disorder |
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Bone and joint tuberculosis |
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Physical medicine and rehabilitation |
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Radiodiagnosis
Respiratory system |
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Cardiovascular system |
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Gastrointestinal system |
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Obstetrics and gynaecology |
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Skeletal system |
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Central nervous system |
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Excretory system |
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Radiotherapy
Principles of radiotherapy |
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Principles of chemotherapy |
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Prevention and early diagnosis of cancer |
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Principles of nuclear medicine |
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Common radiation reactions and management |
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Radiotherapy and chemotherapy in commonly seen cancers |
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Radioisotopes in diagnosis and therapy |
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Paediatrics
Vital statistics |
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Neonatology |
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Growth and development |
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Nutrition |
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Infections |
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Genetics |
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Pediatric emergencies |
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Central nervous system |
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Gastroenterology |
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Nephrology |
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Endocrinology |
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Respiratory system |
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Medicine
Clinical methods in the practice of medicine |
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Common symptoms of disease |
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Nutrition/ exposure to physical and chemical agents |
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Infections |
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Haematology |
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Respiratory system |
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Cardiovascular system |
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Gartrointestinal tract |
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Emergency Medicine |
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Neurological system |
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Nephrology and urinary system connected to tissue disorders |
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Endocrine system |
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Geriatrics |
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Tuberculosis and respiratory diseases
Diagnosis and management of common ailments affecting the chest with special emphasis on management and prevention of tuberculosis, and national tuberculosis control programme |
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Psychiatry
History aspects and diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness |
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Conduction of mental status examination |
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Behavioral sciences |
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Different psychoses clinical features, diagnosis, and management of: Schizophrenia |
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Mania and depression |
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Anxiety disorders and hysteria |
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Dementia |
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Alcoholism |
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Drug abuse |
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Psychiatric emergencies |
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Clinical features, diagnosis and management of psychiatric disorders of childhood, and adolescence |
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Personality disorder |
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Dermatology and sexually transmitted diseases
Dermatological therapy |
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Lichen planus |
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Diseases caused by nutritional and environmental factors |
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Infective disorders |
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Melanocytes, pigment metabolism and other disorders of pigmentation |
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Allergic disorders |
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Dermatitis and eczema |
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Vesiculobullous diseases |
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Alopecia and hirsutism |
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Structure and functions of sebaceous glands, and disease |
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Leprosy |
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Psoriasis |
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STD |
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Ophthalmology
Basic sciences |
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Anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, pathology, elementary optics, diseases of the eye |
Conjunctiva |
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Cornea |
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Sclera |
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Uveal tract |
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Lens |
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Vitreous |
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Glaucoma |
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Retina |
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Optic nerve |
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Intraoccular tumors |
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Squint |
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Orbit |
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Lacrimal system |
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Lids |
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Refractive errors |
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Injuries |
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Ophthalmic surgery |
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Community ophthalmology |
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Miscellaneous |
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Otorhinolaryngology
Diseases of the ear |
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Diseases of nose and paranasal sinuses |
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Diseases of nasopharynx |
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Diseases of trachea |
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Oesophagus |
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Obstetrics and Gynecology
Anatomy of the female reproductive tract |
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Physiology of conception |
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Development of foetus and placenta |
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Diagnosis of pregnancy |
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Maternal changes in pregnancy |
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Antenatal care |
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Abnormal obstetrics |
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Normal labour |
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Normal puerparium |
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Breast feeding |
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Care of new born |
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Medical termination of pregnancy |
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Family planning |
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Operative obstetrics |
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Post caesarian pregnancy |
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Pharmacotherapeutics in obstetrics |
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Safe motherhood |
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Maternal morbidity and morality |
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Medico legal aspects |
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RCH |
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Current topics |
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Vaginal discharge |
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Menstrual disorder |
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Fertility, infertility |
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Endometriosis and allied states |
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Genital injuries and fistulae |
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Genital infections |
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Genital prolapse |
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Tumours |
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Carcinoma |
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Radiotherapy in gynecology |
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Chemotherapy in gynecology |
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Endoscopy |
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Diseases of breast |
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Operative gynecology |
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Community medicine
Evaluation of public health and concepts of health |
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Environment and health |
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Health education |
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Nutrition and dietetics |
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Occupational health |
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Medical sociology and community mental health |
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Fundamentals of biostatistics |
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Basic epidemiology |
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Epidemiology of specific diseases |
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Communicable and non-communicable diseases |
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Demography |
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Reproductive and child health |
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School health |
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Urban health |
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Health system in india |
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Health planning and management including disaster management |
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International health |
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The FMGE holds significant importance as a screening test for international medical graduates seeking to practice medicine in India. Given its rigorous curriculum and extensive syllabus, a well-defined preparation strategy for the FMGE exam is imperative to achieve successful results. Check the FMGE preparation tips below.
Tip 1: Make a study schedule
Creating a practical study timetable is crucial for FMGE preparation. Aspiring foreign medical candidates should ensure their schedule aligns with the syllabus timeframe. Setting realistic targets based on individual capabilities is essential, as overly ambitious goals can adversely impact performance.
Tip 2: Know the exam pattern
To perform well in the FMGE 2024, candidates must familiarize themselves with the MBBS-based syllabus and understand the exam pattern. Understanding the FMGE exam pattern help candidates to navigate and excel in this comprehensive assessment of medical competence.
Tip 3: Familiarize with the syllabus
A comprehensive understanding of the FMGE syllabus is essential for effective exam preparation. Without knowledge of the included chapters, preparation efforts may be futile.
Tip 4: Practice from mock tests
Effective FMGE preparation goes beyond covering the syllabus; candidates must engage in mock tests to enhance time management skills crucial for the actual exam. These tests, taken within the stipulated time frame, pinpoint areas for improvement and allow candidates to practice performing under time constraints, a valuable aspect of FMGE 2024 readiness.
Tip 5: Prepare from best books
An optimal approach to FMGE preparation involves consulting top-notch books and utilizing visual content. When selecting FMGE 2024 study materials, candidates should ensure that the chosen resources not only align with the best books available but also effectively elucidate fundamental concepts while comprehensively covering all relevant topics.
The FMGE 2024 exam pattern for the June session includes crucial details of the exam such as mode, medium, number of papers, type of questions, and mode. The same can be checked from the table below.
FMGE exam pattern 2024
Particulars | Details |
Examination Mode | Online |
Medium of Examination | English |
Number of Papers | 2 |
Parts of paper | Part A and B |
Type of Questions | Multiple Choice Questions |
Number of Questions | 300 (150 per paper) |
Duration of Exam | 2 hours and 30 minutes per paper (150 minutes) |
Total Marks | 300 |
Marking Scheme | Correct Answer: + 1 mark, Incorrect Answer: No negative marks, Unanswered Question: 0 marks |
NBE releases the mock test of the FMGE 2024 for the candidates who will appear for the test. Aspirants taking up the mock test of FMGE 2023 can get acquainted with the test layout, and how to navigate the online examination.
To take the FMGE mock test 2024, candidates will be required to enter their login ID and password. The practice test of FMGE 2024 comprises a tutorial section and a section with sample questions. The sample test papers in the FMGE mock test are, however, not indicative of the actual difficulty level of the questions to be asked in the examination.
Candidates must take up the FMGE mock test 2024 before the actual exam to familiarize themselves with various aspects crucial to the entrance examination.
Check the steps to download the FMGE 2024 June session below.
Visit nbe.edu,in, and click on the FMGE June 2024 tab.
Upon reaching the FMGE 2024 website, click on the link admit card link.
Login entering your user ID and password
The admit card of FMGE June 2024 will be displayed on the screen
Verify all the details mentioned in FMGE admit card
Download and take a printout of the FMGE hall ticket 2024
FMGE 2024 Exam Centers
State | City |
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Gujarat | Ahmedabad |
Karnataka | Bangalore |
Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal |
Odisha | Bhubaneswar |
Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
Uttarakhand | Dehradun |
Delhi | New Delhi |
Assam | Guwahati |
Telangana | Hyderabad |
Jammu and Kashmir | Jammu |
Srinagar | |
West Bengal | Kolkata |
Kerala | Kozhikode |
Thiruvananthapuram | |
Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow |
Noida | |
Punjab | Mohali |
Maharashtra | Mumbai City |
Nagpur | |
Pune | |
Bihar | Patna |
Jharkhand | Ranchi |
Meghalaya | Shillong |
Rajasthan | Jaipur |
Andhra Pradesh | Visakhapatnam |
Haryana | Faridabad |
Documents Required at Exam
- FMGE 2024 admit card (with a recent passport sized photograph pasted on it)
- A valid photo identity proof (PAN/Aadhar/Voter ID/Passport/Driving License)
The result of FMGE 2024 mentions the roll numbers of the candidates, scores obtained (out of 300), and qualifying status. Only the candidates who secured at least 150 marks out of 300 are considered qualified for the screening test.
Such aspirants will be eligible to get the provisional registration certificate from the National Medical Commission (NMC) or State Medical Council (SMC). Only qualified candidates will be able to download the FMGE 2024 scorecards by entering the user ID and password. The scorecard of the FMGE 2024 June session will contain personal details, FMGE scores and other information, which must be verified. FMGE scorecard must be carried to get the registration certificate by NMC and SMC.
FMGE 2024 Cutoff
The minimum qualifying marks that the candidates appearing in the screening test, are required to obtain will be the FMGE cutoff of 2023. Candidates failing to meet the FMGE 2024 cutoff will be rendered disqualified and will not be able to register with the State Medical Council or NMC.
The total score of FMGE is 300 (two papers of 150 marks each). NBE has set the cutoff of FMGE 2024 at 50%, i.e. a candidate will be required to obtain at least 150 out of 300 marks (in the two papers combined) so as to qualify for the exam.
General Information
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Question:In which mode authorities releases the FMGE results?
Answer:
NBE releases the FMGE result in pdf mode on its official website natboard.edu.in
Question:In which all languages the authorities conduct the exam?
Answer:
The authorities conduct the exam in English language only.
Question:In how many cities FMGE 2024?
Answer:
The screening test will be held in two shifts at various FMGE 2024 exam centres in 50 cities.
Question:What is the application fee of FMGE 2024?
Answer:
Candidates will have to pay Rs 7080 as an application fee while registering for FMGE 2024.
Question:What is the frequency of conduct of the examination?
Answer:
FMGE is conducted twice a year, i.e., in June and December.
Question:What is FMGE 2024 exam date?
Answer:
FMGE 2024 June session exam will be held on July 6.
Questions related to FMGE
my 12 certificate is urdu board and i am having some issues applying my eligibility, can somebody please help me???
Hii There,
If you're facing difficulties applying for exams due to your 12th certificate being from the Urdu board, you may need to contact the exam conducting authority or the institution you're applying to for further assistance. They should be able to provide you with guidance on how to proceed with your application despite the certificate being from a different board. It's possible that they may require additional documentation or have specific instructions for candidates with certificates from non-traditional boards.
I hope this answers your question.
Thanks
i have a urdu board 12 certificate, will i be able to apply for the fmge? anyone with any idea please help me out....i have even finished my med course abroad
Hello aspirant
Do not worry if you have class xii certificate from Urdu board . Urdu board is recognised by Indian government .
Also if you have completed your medical course or mbbs from abroad then you will be eligible for fmge if you fulfill all other criteria.
Candidates who have completed their meducal degree fromAustrslia, Canada, Newzealand, United states and United kingdom are not required to appear for fmge.
The National Board Of Examination in medical Sciences conducts fmge for the candidates who have completed their primary medical study from abroad and wish to do medical practice in India, every year in wo sessions December and June.
Fmge exam is conducted through online mode .
Fees for the exam is 7080
Duration ov exam will be 150 minutes for part A and 150 minutes for part B.
For details you may visit through the link given below
https://medicine.careers360.com/articles/fmge-application-form
i am a FMGE student my eligbility certificate is my neet card in it my parents name are interchanged ( father name instead of mother and vice versa ) how i can change it and if needed or will it make any prblem during counsilling time if not changed
Hello aspirant
If your father and mother's names are interchanged, you must write a mail to official website of neet .
You should inform the authority about it . You must mention your application number and neet admit card number.
Visit at www.neet.nta.nic.in
Log in using your registration number .
Neet is the biggest entrance exam applicable to most of medical courses . It will be held on May 5, 2024.
The candidates will have provision to make corrections in neet registration form during neet correction widow process . It will be in the second week of April 2024
For neet college prediction you may visit the link given below
https://medicine.careers360.com/neet-college-predictor
I have lost my 11th mark sheet but I have now duplicate one which is given by my school.Is it valid for Delhi medical council for internship as a fmge student.Same marksheet I have submitted for eligibility certificate.Please answer..
Hello aspirant,
Hope you are doing great.
As per your question, though you have submitted the duplicate certificate, you need to submit the original one during the internship process, then only they will consider you for the internship process. So go to the board and you will get the original one.
Hope this helps you!!
My DOB is Wrong in my fmge exam admit card and i already passed my exam what can i do to correct it now?
Hello aspirant
If your date of birth is entered wrong in fmge exam and as you are mentioning that uou have passed the exam why you haven't change it before.
Anyways it may create problem in future , you may have issues for getting jobs or practising .
so you must try to correct it. You must send an email to the official website .
You may create an affidavit too and present your ID proof with your correct birth date .
FMGE is exam for candidates who have completed mbbs from foreign countries and want to practice in india.