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FMGE Exam Date:17 Jan' 26 - 17 Jan' 26
The Foreign Medical Graduates Examination (FMGE) is one of the toughest medical examinations in India. NBE conducts the FMGE exam for medical professionals who have completed their medical degrees from foreign universities and want to practice medicine in India. FMGE exam is well-known for its difficulty level and over the years, the FMGE fail percentage has been a topic of concern, discussion, and analysis. This year too around 70% of students failed to qualify for the FMGE December 2024 session exam.
The FMGE examination is held twice a year in June and December. As per the FMGE exam pattern, a total of of 300 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) divided into two parts: Part A (which focuses on Pre-Clinical and Clinical subjects) and Part B (covering Para-Clinical subjects) are asked. The candidates need to secure a minimum of 150 FMGE passing marks (out of 300) to pass the examination. Despite this minimum requirement of 50% passing marks and no negative marking, the FMGE fail percentage remains high every session. Read the full article to know comprehensive details about the FMGE fail percentage, the factors influencing it, and trends over the years.
The failure percentage in FMGE has been on the rise over the years. While exact failure statistics vary from year to year, it is a well-known fact that a significant number of students struggle to pass the FMGE exam. According to reports from various years, the FMGE pass percentage has often remained only around 20% to 25%. The year-wise and session-wise FMGE fail percentage can be checked from the table below.
Year | Session | Fail percentage in FMGE |
2024 | December | 70.38% |
June | 79.11% | |
2023 | December | 79.43% |
June | 89.80% | |
2022 | December | 76.65% |
June | 75.46% |
The FMGE fail percentage has always been on a higher side. Several factors behind this high FMGE fail percentage are provided below -
Difficulty level of exam - The FMGE difficulty level plays the major role behind this high FMGE fail percentage. Many candidates find it hard to crack the exam leading to higher failure percentage in FMGE.
Quality of Education Abroad - One of the primary factors contributing to the high failure percentage in FMGE is the disparity in the quality of education offered by foreign medical institutions. While some universities provide excellent training, others may have substandard teaching practices or lack proper exposure to clinical training, which impacts the candidate’s preparedness for the FMGE.
Language Barrier - Many medical universities abroad teach in languages that are not familiar to Indian students. Although courses may be taught in English, the lack of fluency in medical terminology or the medium of instruction can cause difficulties in understanding the concepts, making it harder for candidates to perform well in the exam.
Curriculum Differences - The medical curriculum followed by universities abroad often varies from the one prescribed by the Medical Council of India. Indian medical education places significant emphasis on specific clinical practices, cultural contexts, and regional health issues that may not be adequately covered in foreign curriculums.
On Question asked by student community
Hello,
If you gave your name in the FMGE 2026 form as per Aadhaar and other documents, but your passport has a different full name or surname, then there is a real chance of a name-mismatch problem.
Here is the simple picture:
1. FMGE does not allow name changes after submission.
The name you used in the application cannot be edited later.
2. Your ID proof must match the name on your FMGE application.
If the passport name and application name do not match, the exam centre can refuse entry.
This is also a common issue during document verification after the exam.
3. A mismatch in surname or full name is risky.
FMGE is very strict about name matching, so this can create a problem for you.
There is risk, but it is not hopeless. If you act now and prepare proper documents, you may be able to avoid problems during the exam or verification.
Hope it helps !
Hello,
If there is a spelling mistake in your FMGE passing certificate , you should contact the National Board of Examinations (NBE) , which issues the certificate. Here’s what you can do:
Write an application to NBE explaining the mistake clearly.
Mention your name, roll number, exam session, and the correct spelling.
Attach supporting documents , such as:
A copy of your FMGE pass certificate (with the error)
A valid ID proof (Aadhaar, passport, etc.) showing the correct spelling
Your MBBS degree or other educational documents for verification
Send the documents to NBE through email or post.
Wait for their response. NBE will verify your documents and issue a corrected certificate if the mistake is genuine.
It’s best to keep copies of all emails and documents you send.
Hope it helps !
Hello,
If you have an MBBS from Nepal and haven't passed the FMGE, you have several options for further courses abroad, including pursuing a postgraduate degree in countries like the UK, the USA, and Australia, which may not require the FMGE to practice there.
I hope it will clear your query!!
Hello nivedita bm,
For FMGE, passport is the primary form of identification, you must apply using your name exactly as it appears on your passport. If your passport does not have your surname on it and your other documents do, You might face issues during verification.
So, to avoid such problems, you can either prepare a notarized "one and the same person" affidavit linking both names, from your passport and your other documents, or update your passport with your surname to avoid any problems during your FMGE exams.
I hope this will help you.
Hello Aspirant,
Yes, your 54.6% score in the FMGE July 2025 exam is above the required 50% passing mark for the general category. This qualifies you to apply for a provisional medical license from the NMC. To be eligible for INICET and JIPMER , you must have a valid MBBS degree, complete your one-year internship, and possess an NMC registration number.
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