Only 12.38% of candidates cleared the FMGE in June 2026, sparking a month‑long protest by foreign medical graduates at Jantar Mantar, Delhi. The National Medical Commission has responded by forming a committee to review the exam’s transparency and format.

Key Takeaways

  • FMGE June 2026 pass rate fell to 12.38%
  • Foreign medical graduates have been protesting at Jantar Mantar for a month
  • NMC announced a three‑member committee to address concerns

FMGE Results and Doctor Protests

Out of 37,448 candidates who sat for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) in June 2026, only 12.38% cleared the test. This marks one of the lowest pass rates in the exam’s history and has ignited a wave of protests among foreign‑trained doctors (FMGs).

The All India Medical Students’ Association – Foreign Medical Students’ Wing (AIMSA‑FMSW) and the All FMGs Association (AFA) have formally written to NBEMS and have been demonstrating at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar since early August. Their key demands include the release of an official answer key, clarification on the sudden introduction of video‑based questions, improvement of exam centre conditions, and a review of the exam fee structure.

Historical Background

FMGE’s pass rates have historically been low, but the June 2026 figure represents a sharper dip compared with previous June sessions. Data from 2015‑2025 shows pass percentages ranging from 10% to 26%, while the 2026 session recorded a pass rate of 12.77% for June exams, indicating a concerning trend of increasing difficulty.

Controversy Over Video‑Based Questions

Since 2020, FMGE shifted from simple fact‑recall MCQs to clinical‑scenario questions. In June 2026, NBEMS introduced a new format: video‑based questions that required candidates to watch clinical clips and diagnose the condition within the one‑minute per question limit. Candidates report that the lack of advance notice and the time‑consuming nature of videos contributed significantly to the low pass rate.

“The inclusion of video‑based items compressed the exam timeline, disadvantaging many otherwise qualified candidates.”

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that a declining FMGE pass rate not only jeopardizes the careers of thousands of Indian doctors trained abroad but also strains the domestic healthcare workforce, potentially widening the doctor‑patient gap in rural India.

Did You Know?: The FMGE was first introduced in 2002, and its average pass rate has consistently hovered below 20% since inception.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Did the NMC officially notify candidates about the video‑based questions?
A: The NMC claims the change was communicated in advance with demo tests, but many candidates say they received no clear prior notice.

Q2: When will the new committee release the answer key?
A: NBEMS has given the three‑member committee a three‑week window to finalize and publish the answer key.