FMGE (MCI Screening Test) 2024 Exam Details: Eligibility, Application Process, Exam Pattern

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FMGE EXAM DETAILS OVERVIEW 2024

The Screening Test Regulations of 2002 introduced the FMGE-Screening Test. According to the rules, “An Indian citizen possessing a primary medical qualification awarded by any medical institution outside India who is desirous of getting provisional or permanent registration with the Medical Council of India or any State Medical Council on or after 15 March 2002 shall be required to pass a screening test held for that purpose by the designated authority in accordance with section 13 of the Act.

As per the current schedule, the Screening Test is held by the National Board of Examinations in June and December each year.

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FMGE IMPORTANT DATES 2024

• Release of FMGE December Official Notification Date- 28-10- 2024
• Starting Registration Date for FMGE December 2024 by candidates- 28-10- 2024
• Last Registration Date for FMGE December 2024 by candidates- 18-11-2024 ( Till 11:55 pm)
• FMGE December 2024 Edit Window for All Payment Success Applications - 21-11-2024 to 25-11-2024
• FMGE December 2024 Final edit window for a photograph, signature, and left-hand impression - 06-12-2024 to 09-12-2024
• FMGE December 2024 Final chance to rectify the uploaded documents - 21-12-2024 to 30-12-2024
• Release of FMGE December Admit Card 2024 - 08-01-2025
• FMGE December 2024 Examination Date- 12-01-2025
• Result Date of FMGE December 2024 Examination- 12 February 2024

FMGE Examining Procedure 2024

• The FMGE Exam is conducted twice a year in June and December.
• Medium of the FMGE exam is English language.
• The FMGE Examination shall be conducted as a Computer Based Test or CBT mode consist of 300 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) of a single correct response type without any negative marking as per the existing scheme of the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination.
• FMGE Exam contains NO negative marking.
• A candidate for the FMGE is only considered to have passed if they receive at least 50% of the total exam marks.
• FMGE Examination Results (Pass/Fail) for eligible candidates will be displayed at the website and office of NBE. Marks obtained shall be declared for all the candidates and also displayed at the website.
• The applicants who cleared the FMGE Screening Test may apply to the Medical Council of India, New Delhi or to any State Medical Council for provisional registration / permanent registration.
• An FMGE applicant may take as many attempts as they like without any limitations.

FMGE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA 2024

Candidates willing to appear in the FMGE December 2024 exam advised to go through the eligibility criteria before filling Application form for FMGE Dec 2024.

• Foreign medical graduates must be a citizen of India or should be Overseas Citizens of India.
• Candidates must hold a primary medical degree from the recognized institution, which must be verified by the concerned Indian Embassy of that nation.
• On or before the deadline, candidates must turn in the required paperwork to demonstrate that they passed the Primary Medical Examination final exam.
• The result of the final exam for the said primary medical degree should have been declared on or before 30th October, 2024.
• Medical applicants who have completed their undergraduate, as well as postgraduate medical degree from the following mentioned countries, are not required to appear for the FMGE December session screening test to get the permanent or provisional registration certificate. Such candidates can directly register with MCI or SMC for the certificate and do their further practice in India.

FMGE EXAMINATION FEE 2024

The FMGE examination form fee will be non-transferable and non-refundable under any circumstances.

• The above FMGE fee is inclusive of examination fees and an information bulletin. Please visit the official website (https://nbe.edu.in/) for exact payment information.
• FMGE Late Fee – This is to be submitted by those participants who have applied on & after the deadline date of fee submission – Rs 1500/- (One Thousand & Five Hundred only)

FMGE Payment Method 2024

The required registration fee must be paid using a payment gateway with a credit card, debit card, or net banking account issued by an Indian bank.

FMGE Admit Card and Test Day Procedures 2024

FMGE ADMIT CARD: On January 08, 2025, the National Board of Examinations website,https://natboard.edu.in, will publish the admit cards. Before the exam is conducted, candidates who have been found to be ineligible will not be given admit cards.

FMGE TEST DAY PROCEDURES: The computer-based test will be administered by NBEMS in a secure setting. NBEMS has the right to review the CBT test day procedures if the COVID-19 pandemic scenario changes.

FMGE TEST CENTRE LOCATION: The FMGE admit card must provide the precise address and location of the test centres. Candidates are advised to familiarise themselves with the test centre locations at least one day prior to the FMGE examination day and ensure that they report for the exam as per scheduled time only.

FMGE Examination Centre 2024

The tentative list of cities where the FMGE December 2024 session shall be conducted is as follows:

Candidates must pay for their own transportation to the test site listed on their FMGE admit card.

HOW TO APPLY FOR FMGE 2024

The index page of FMGE December 2024 session at National Board of Examinations website www.nbe.edu.in provides a quick link, “Applicant Login”. After successfully logging in, you can use this quick link to access the online application form for the FMGE December 2024 session.

New User Registration: All applicants who wish to be selected for the FMGE December 2024 session must first construct an online profile of themselves in order to receive a User ID and Password.

Applicant Login: The candidate will be able to log in as a candidate for the FMGE December 2024 session and register an online application using the User ID and Password that have been set. After user creation, the "Go To Application" link enables the applicant to carry on with the application submission.

FMGE 2024: FAQs

1. What is FMGE?

• FMGE stands for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination. It's a licensure examination in India conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) for Indian and Overseas Citizens of India who have obtained their medical qualifications from outside India and wish to practice medicine in the country.

2. Who is eligible to take the FMGE?

• Medical graduates who have completed their primary medical qualifications from a recognized institution outside India are eligible to take the FMGE.

3. What is the purpose of FMGE?

• The primary purpose of FMGE is to ensure that individuals who have obtained medical degrees from foreign universities meet the necessary standards and possess the required knowledge and skills to practice medicine in India.

4. How many times can I attempt the FMGE?

• There's no limit on the number of attempts for the FMGE. Candidates can attempt the examination any number of times until they pass, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.

5. What is the exam pattern for FMGE?

• FMGE is a computer-based test consisting of 300 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) from various medical subjects. The exam is divided into two parts, each comprising 150 questions, and the duration for each part is 150 minutes.

6. When is the FMGE conducted?

• The FMGE is typically held twice a year, usually in June and December. However, candidates should check the official notifications and schedule released by the National Board of Examinations for accurate dates.

7. What is the passing criteria for FMGE?

• To pass the FMGE, candidates need to secure a minimum of 150 out of 300 marks in the examination.

8. How can I prepare for FMGE effectively?

• Effective preparation for FMGE involves thorough studying of the subjects covered in the EaseToLearn FMGE syllabus, referring to standard medical textbooks, practicing with previous years' question papers, and taking EaseToLearn FMGE mock tests to assess your preparation level.

9. Can I practice medicine in India after passing FMGE?

• Yes, upon clearing the FMGE and fulfilling other criteria set by the respective state medical councils, candidates become eligible to practice medicine in India.

10. Where can I find study materials and resources for FMGE preparation?

• There are various online and offline resources available, including recommended textbooks, online EaseToLearn study platform, coaching institutes, andEaseToLearn FMGE mock tests series specifically designed for FMGE preparation.

FMGE Dec 2024 Important Links

Official Website of FMGE:www.nbe.edu.in

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