FMGE Syllabus 2024–2025
The FMGE syllabus is prescribed by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) and includes all subjects taught during the MBBS program. The exam consists of 300 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) divided into two parts covering Pre-Clinical, Para-Clinical, and Clinical subjects.
FMGE Exam Structure & Marks Distribution
The examination contains two papers conducted on the same day with a break in between.
| Subject Group | Subjects Covered | Total Marks | Total Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A: Pre-Clinical & Para-Clinical | Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Forensic Medicine | 100 | 100 |
| Part B: Clinical | Medicine & Allied, Surgery & Allied, Pediatrics, OBG, Community Medicine, Others | 200 | 200 |
| Total | 20 Subjects | 300 | 300 |
Subject-Wise Marks Distribution
| Subject | Marks / Questions (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Anatomy | 17 |
| Physiology | 17 |
| Biochemistry | 17 |
| Pathology | 13 |
| Microbiology | 13 |
| Pharmacology | 13 |
| Forensic Medicine | 10 |
| Psychiatry | 5 |
| Dermatology & STD | 5 |
| Radiodiagnosis | 5 |
| Radiotherapy | 5 |
| Orthopedics | 5 |
| General Surgery | 32 |
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 30 |
| Community Medicine | 30 |
| Medicine | 33 |
| Pediatrics | 15 |
| Ophthalmology | 15 |
| ENT | 15 |
| Anesthesiology | 5 |
Detailed Subject-Wise FMGE Syllabus
I. Pre-Clinical Subjects
1. Anatomy (17 Marks)
- General Anatomy, Terminology, Basic Tissues
- Osteology, Arthrology, Myology, Angiology, Neurology
- Regional Anatomy: Limbs, Thorax, Abdomen, Pelvis, Head & Neck, Brain & Spinal Cord
- Embryology of organs and systems
- Histology: General & Organ-specific
- Human Genetics, Radiological & Surface Anatomy
2. Physiology (17 Marks)
- General Physiology, Body Fluids, Blood
- Nerve & Muscle, GIT
- Renal System, Thermoregulation
- Endocrine System, Reproductive System
- CVS, Respiratory System
- CNS & Special Senses
3. Biochemistry (17 Marks)
- Cell structure, Enzymes, Vitamins, Minerals
- Biological Oxidation, Digestion, Absorption
- Carbohydrate, Lipid, Protein & Amino Acid Metabolism
- Purine–Pyrimidine Metabolism
- Genetics, Protein Biosynthesis
- Liver Function, Nutrition, Energy Metabolism
II. Para-Clinical Subjects
4. Pathology (13 Marks)
- Cell injury, Inflammation, Immunopathology, Infectious Diseases
- Neoplasia, Genetic Disorders
- Systemic Pathology – CVS, RS, Renal, GIT, Hepatobiliary, Lymphoreticular, Endocrine
5. Microbiology (13 Marks)
- General Microbiology, Immunology
- Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Parasitology
- Clinical/Applied Microbiology
6. Pharmacology (13 Marks)
- General Pharmacology, ANS
- CVS, Diuretics, Blood Drugs
- RS, GIT, Endocrine
- CNS, Psychopharmacology
- Chemotherapy, Toxicology, Rational Drug Use
7. Forensic Medicine (10 Marks)
- Medical Jurisprudence, Toxicology
- Autopsy, Death changes, Inquest
- Injuries, Sexual Offences
- Poisoning, Biological Samples
III. Clinical Subjects (200 Marks)
8. General Medicine (33 Marks)
- Clinical Methods, Nutrition, Infections
- CVS, RS, GIT, CNS, Hematology
- Nephrology, Endocrinology, Geriatrics
- Emergency Medicine
9. Pediatrics (15 Marks)
- Neonatology, Growth & Development, Nutrition
- Genetics, Infections, Emergencies
10. Dermatology & STD (5 Marks)
- Infective, Allergic, Vesiculobullous Disorders
- Psoriasis, Leprosy, STDs
11. Psychiatry (5 Marks)
- Mental Status Examination
- Schizophrenia, Mood Disorders
- Anxiety, Dementia, Substance Abuse
12. General Surgery (32 Marks)
- Shock, Fluid & Electrolyte Balance
- Wounds, Infections, Tumors
- Systemic Surgery – Thyroid, Breast, GI Tract, CNS, GUT
13. Orthopedics (5 Marks)
- Trauma, Bone & Joint Injuries
- Cold Orthopedics, TB, Rehabilitation
14. Anesthesiology (5 Marks)
- Airway, Respiration Physiology
- Anesthetic Agents, Regional Anesthesia
- CPR, Shock, Transfusion
15. Radiodiagnosis (5 Marks)
- X-ray, CT, MRI, Ultrasound Basics
- Imaging of major systems
16. Radiotherapy (5 Marks)
- Principles of Radiotherapy, Chemotherapy
- Nuclear Medicine & Radioisotopes
17. Obstetrics & Gynaecology (30 Marks)
- Antenatal Care, Labour, Puerperium, Newborn Care
- Family Planning, MTP
- Menstrual Disorders, Infertility, Tumors
18. Community Medicine (30 Marks)
- Public Health Concepts, Epidemiology
- Biostatistics, Communicable & Non-Communicable Diseases
- RCH, Health Planning, Indian Health System
19. Ophthalmology (15 Marks)
- Basic Sciences of Eye
- Diseases of Eye & Orbit
- Refractive Errors, Injuries
20. ENT (15 Marks)
- Ear, Nose, PNS Disorders
- Larynx, Trachea, Esophagus Conditions
