FMGE October 2026 Success Story: How Dr. Omkar Kushwaha Prepared for the Exam

Clearing FMGE requires preparation across all 19 subjects. With a large syllabus to cover, students need to revise important topics, practise previous year questions, and test their preparation regularly.

Dr. Omkar Kushwaha completed his medical graduation in the Philippines and cleared the FMGE October 2026 examination with 236 marks. After receiving his result, he described the feeling as a huge relief. During his preparation, he relied on PW's online sessions, marathon lectures, predicted question series, and a regular study schedule.

His preparation strategy focused on understanding high-yield topics, revising clinical concepts and attempting Grand Tests before the examination. Here is how he prepared for FMGE and what future aspirants can learn from his experience.

How PW Marathon Sessions Helped Dr. Omkar Revise 19 Subjects

FMGE covers 19 subjects, so completing and revising the entire syllabus can be challenging. Dr. Omkar believed that students should not leave any subject completely untouched, as doing so could mean missing questions from that subject in the examination.

He found PW's marathon lectures and revision sessions particularly useful during the final stage of preparation. These sessions covered important topics and questions from the previous five years. Instead of spending several hours revisiting every detail, he could get an overview of a subject in a few hours and then revise his own notes.

He shared:

"Aapka jo last mein aaya tha wo best tha... do teen ghante mein main poore subject ka ek overview mere ko mil ja raha hai ki ismein se high yield kya hai. Uske baad main apne notes padh loon."

He also explained that the marathon sessions covered core points from frequently asked clinical topics. For example, in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, the revision included topics such as labour, APH, placenta previa and PPH.

The sessions helped him identify important areas before returning to his notes and practising questions.

Dr. Omkar Followed the 80-20 Rule for FMGE Preparation

One of the key points Dr. Omkar highlighted was the importance of previous year questions and frequently tested clinical topics.

He believed that many questions are based on clinical situations encountered in everyday medical practice. Therefore, core concepts and commonly tested topics remain important for FMGE preparation.

He explained his approach using the 80-20 rule:

"80% jo PYT hai wo hamesha aayenge hi, kyunki wo OPD basis pe hai, wo day-to-day life mein kaam aa rahe hain. So wo kabhi hatenge nahi."

For him, this meant giving priority to high-yield topics and understanding their core concepts instead of getting stuck on complicated or rarely tested information.

He also recommended following one teacher for each subject. According to him, students should focus on understanding the basics and clinical concepts rather than collecting too much study material or making preparation unnecessarily complicated.

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How Dr. Omkar Used Grand Tests to Check His Preparation

Dr. Omkar also stressed the importance of attempting Grand Tests (GTs) before the examination. During the final two months of preparation, he attempted three GTs.

Initially, he was unsure whether to attempt a GT when a few subjects were still left. However, he decided to take the test and use the results to understand his preparation level.

The GT helped him identify topics he had studied earlier but could no longer recall properly. It also showed him which subjects needed another round of revision.

He shared:

"Aapne jo bola na teen kiye the. Mera hamesha bolta hoon do ya teen GT hai aur usse zyada nahi, usse kam nahi."

He felt that attempting around two to three GTs could help students assess their preparation and build confidence. He also explained that even when a subject was incomplete, a short revision session before studying it could help students understand which topics deserved more attention.

For him, GTs were not just about checking marks. They helped him identify gaps and decide what to revise next.

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Dr. Omkar's Advice for Future FMGE Aspirants

When asked what message he wanted to share with students preparing for the next FMGE session, Dr. Omkar gave a simple suggestion: follow the study schedule provided by the teachers and avoid unnecessary distractions.

He said:

"Sir bas aap logon ko follow karein aur kuch bhi nahi sochein dimaag mein kuch nahi laayein. Bas chupchaap aap logon ko follow karein. Aap logon ne already bahut achha schedule bana ke diya hai. Bas use follow karein."

His preparation also highlights a few useful points for future aspirants:

• Cover all 19 subjects: Do not leave an entire subject out of your preparation.

• Focus on core clinical topics: Give enough time to frequently tested concepts and their clinical applications.

• Use marathon sessions for revision: Revise high-yield topics through marathon lectures and then return to your notes.

• Practise previous year questions: Solve PYQs to understand recurring topics and question patterns.

• Attempt Grand Tests: Take around two to three GTs to assess your preparation and identify topics that need revision.

• Follow a consistent schedule: Avoid changing your preparation strategy too frequently.

Dr. Omkar Kushwaha's FMGE October 2026 success story shows the value of covering all subjects, revising high-yield topics and testing your preparation through Grand Tests. His score of 236 marks reflects the preparation he put into understanding core concepts and making the most of his final revision. His message to future aspirants is simple: follow a reliable schedule, focus on the basics and keep practising.