It is a licensing exam conducted in India for medical graduates who have completed their MBBS (or equivalent) degree from a foreign medical college and want to practice medicine in India.

Key Details about FMGE:

  • Full Name: Foreign Medical Graduate Examination
  • Conducted by: National Board of Examinations (NBE)
  • Purpose: To check if foreign-trained medical graduates meet the minimum standard required to get a license to practice in India.
  • Who Can Apply:
    • Indian citizens or Overseas Citizens of India (OCI)
    • Must have a primary medical qualification from a recognized foreign medical institution
    • Must be eligible for enrollment as a medical practitioner in that country
  • Frequency: Held twice a year — June and December
  • Exam Pattern:
    • Mode: Computer-based test (CBT)
    • 300 multiple-choice questions
    • No negative marking
    • Passing Marks: 150 out of 300
  • Next Step After Passing: Apply for provisional/permanent registration with the National Medical Commission (NMC) or the State Medical Council to legally practice in India.

Official Website: natboard.edu.in

If you want, I can also give you a simple step-by-step guide to apply for FMGE.