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Preparing for FMGE in January 2025? Understand the syllabus and subject-wise weightage

23 Nov 2024
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As the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) December 2024 exam approaches, it is the perfect time for candidates to focus on the preparation. With the exam scheduled for January 12, 2025, understanding the FMGE structure and pattern is important for effective preparation. The FMGE is an essential exam for Indian students who have completed their MBBS abroad and wish to practice in India. Knowing the FMGE 2025 syllabus and subject-wise weightage will help you to focus on the most important areas to maximise your chances of success.

FMGE 2025 exam structure and pattern

The FMGE 2025 exam structure and pattern are designed to test your knowledge across various medical subjects. The exam is computer-based and consists of 300 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). The exam is divided into two papers of 150 questions each. The total exam duration is 5 hours, with each paper being 2.5 hours long. The exam is conducted in English, and there is no negative marking.

FMGE 2025 syllabus and subject-wise weightage

The FMGE 2025 syllabus aligns with the MBBS curriculum taught in Indian medical colleges and includes subjects from pre-clinical, para-clinical, and clinical areas. The weightage is distributed as follows:

Pre & Para Clinical subjects (100 marks)

Subject Distribution of marks
Anatomy 17
Physiology 17
Biochemistry 17
Pathology 13
Microbiology 13
Pharmacology 13
Forensic medicine 10
Total 100

Clinical subjects (200 marks)

Subject Distribution of marks
Medicine & allied subjects  
Medicine 33
Psychiatry 5
Dermatology & STD 5
Radiotherapy 5
General Surgery & allied subjects  
General surgery 32
Anaesthesiology 5
Orthopaedics 5
Radiodiagnosis 5
Paediatrics 15
Ophthalmology 15
Otorhinolaryngology 15
Obstetrics & Gynaecology 30
Community Medicine 30
Total 200

Focus on clinical subjects like medicine, surgery, and obstetrics and gynaecology, as they carry more weight in the exam.

FMGE preparation strategy

A strong FMGE preparation strategy will help you stay on track. Start by thoroughly understanding the FMGE 2025 syllabus and developing a study plan based on the subject-wise weightage. Prioritise high-weightage topics and allocate time for regular revision. Practice previous year’s question papers and attempt mock tests to familiarise yourself with the exam format. Join a coaching program to gain structured guidance and improve your confidence for the exam day.

We hope this information was helpful. If you need assistance with your exam preparation, the StudyFMGE team is here to support you with our expert-led courses. Feel free to reach out to learn more about our offerings.

Authored By: Sharath

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