USMLE

USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination )

It is a three-step exam required for medical graduates to obtain a license to practice medicine in the U.S. It assesses a physician’s ability to apply medical knowledge, skills, and patient care principles in a clinical setting.

MCI/ FMGE 

Medical Council of India( Foreign Medical Graduate Examination )

It was a licensing exam conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) for Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) who completed their MBBS abroad and wanted to practice medicine in India.

PURPOSE AND ELIGIBILITY 

who give these exams? 

USMLE

Licensing exam for medical practice in the U.S.

Medical graduates (both U.S. and international) seeking residency in the U.S.

MCI/ FMGE 

Screening exam for foreign medical graduates to practice in India.

Indian citizens with an MBBS degree from a foreign medical college. 

USMLE EXAM 

3 Steps (Step 1, Step 2 CK, Step 3)

Computer-based, conducted in Prometric centers worldwide

MCQs (Step 1, Step 2 CK), Clinical Cases (Step 3)

Step 1: ~280, Step 2 CK: ~318, Step 3: ~413 (Over two days) number of questions.

BY: DR.Ashok sheth (renowned cardiologist)

The key to success in Step 1 is not just memorization, but understanding the principles behind the concepts. Apply your knowledge, and the exams will become easier."

MCI/FMGE  

The FMGE is an entrance exam conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) for foreign medical graduates to practice medicine in India.(Exam Conducted By: NBE (National Board of Examinations)

Frequency: Held twice a year – in June and December 

Mode of Exam: Online Duration: 2 parts, 150 minutes each. Total Questions: 300 (divided into PartAand Part B)

PartA: 150 questions(Basic Sciences) Part B: 150 questions(Clinical Subjects) Types of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) Marking Scheme: CorrectAnswer: 1 mark No Negative Marking

Top Coaching Centers: 

DAMS (DelhiAcademy ofMedical Sciences) Offers comprehensive programs with focus on FMGE-specific content.

Medi-Caps Provides online and offline FMGE crash courses,subject-wise tests, and more.

Aakash Institute Known foritsstructured coursesforforeign medical graduates.

Marrow Provides online courses and question banks designed especiallyforfmge.

Prep ladder app also one ofthe best coaching platform.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION

Name: Nishikant Dadhich

Semester:8th

University: Avicenna International Medical University.