Can I practice in India after MBBS from Abroad?

These days, students are very fascinated by MBBS from Abroad education. These students often get misguided about the rules and options’ availability. Today we will provide you the answers to ample questions. Let’s start.

Can Students Practice Medicine in India After Completing MBBS from Abroad?

Yes, you can practice medicine in India after completing your MBBS from Abroad university. However, there are some conditions and rules that must be followed by Indian students to practice medicine in India.

Indian students are required to apply for the FMGE examination to practice medicine in India and they should have completed their MBBS from Abroad by following all the NMC guidelines appropriately. Students should be MBBS qualified from a well-recognized, accredited and NMC-approved medical university. So that, you get the well-approved medical degree that would be acceptable in India.

NMC Guidelines to study MBBS Abroad

Let’s get to discuss the NMC guidelines that must be followed by the university and students should ensure to fulfil the eligibility as per NMC guidelines while opting for MBBS from Abroad.

• The MBBS course duration should be at least 54 months. It can not be shortened.
• The internship duration must be 12 months, which can be extended but not decreased.
• The MBBS course should be taught in English language to Indian students.
• The university must consider the NEET-UG exam marks while allowing admission to Indian aspirants.
• The university should be government-approved and provide the medicine license to students.

Eligibility Criteria to study MBBS from Abroad

The eligibility criteria for Indian students as per NMC guidelines for MBBS from Abroad admissions are given below.

• The age of the students must not be less than seventeen years while applying for admission.
• Students must ensure to qualify for the NEET exam because it is an entrance exam.
• Students must attain more than 50% of their scores in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in the valid 10+2 mark sheet.

If you fulfil all these requirements, you will be allowed to practice medicine in India after completing MBBS from Abroad.

How do I Apply for Medicine Practice in India after MBBS Abroad?

Students are required to apply for the Foreign Medical Graduates Examination after getting an MBBS mark sheet and license of the medicine practice. Keep in mind to qualify all the NMC guidelines properly to get eligible for the FMGE examination. Once you apply and qualify for the FMGE exam, you will be allowed to attain an internship opportunity in India. After successful internship completion, you will receive a medical practice license.

A Glance at FMGE

This is not a competitive exam as NEET, it has fixed passing marks. The number of students will qualify for this, get the chance to practice medicine in India.

Eligibility to apply for the FMGE Examination

• The students applying for the FMGE should a citizens of India or OCI card holders. 
• The MBBS equivalent primary degree should be attained.
• The students are required to follow each NMC guidelines to be eligible to apply for the examination.

If you are eligible to apply for the FMGE Exam, congratulations - Go for it, Apply, and qualify for the exam.

Once, the students qualify for FMGE, they will get an internship opportunity in India to learn about Indian diseases and patients. After successful completion, students will receive a medicine license to practice medicine in India.

Let’s have a look at some of last year's data on FMGE passing percentage.

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What If I am Not Eligible for the FMGE Exam?

In any case, you cannot skip the NEET exam as per NMC guidelines. You cannot practice medicine in India after pursuing an MBBS abroad without NEET.

If in any case - you are not eligible to apply for the FMGE exam, need not worry!

We have options.

Being valid to practice medicine in India, cannot restrict your career. It allows students to practice medicine in Abroad countries. Students can practice and continue their medical careers in foreign universities. Students are just required to qualify for the licensing examination of the country to get a medical license.

Note: Let’s get to explore more Medical licensing exams of different countries in detail.

Conclusion

Pursuing an MBBS from Abroad allows medical aspirants to attain ample opportunities. It allows Indian aspirants to practice medicine in India and Abroad. Students are just required to qualify for the FMGE licensing exam to practice medicine in India. Students not eligible for FMGE can apply for Abroad licensing exams like USMLE, UKMLE, etc.

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