FMGE October 2026 Success Story: How Dr. Pratik Bagul Achieved 217 Marks with PW

Clearing FMGE requires a good understanding of medical subjects, regular revision and consistent question practice. For students who complete their MBBS abroad, managing preparation after returning to India can be challenging, especially when there is limited time before the examination.

Dr. Pratik Bagul completed his MBBS in the Philippines and returned to India on 10 September 2026. With only 50 days left before FMGE October 2026, he focused on completing three rounds of revision, practising MCQs and improving his performance through regular Grand Tests.

His preparation paid off when he cleared FMGE in his first attempt with 217 marks. He also credited his MBBS studies and PW Med resources for helping him prepare for the examination.

Here's how Dr. Pratik planned his preparation and made the most of the limited time available.

Dr. Pratik Bagul's FMGE Preparation Strategy for the Last 50 Days

When Pratik returned to India, he had approximately 50 days to prepare for FMGE. Instead of trying to study everything from scratch, he decided to revise the subjects he had already covered during MBBS.

His main target was to complete three revisions before the examination. To manage his time, he divided his day into morning and evening study sessions.

His daily routine included:

• Study time: Around 8–10 hours every day.

• MCQ practice: Approximately 100–200 questions daily.

• Morning session: Major subjects such as Medicine, OBGYN and Surgery.

• Evening session: Subjects requiring more frequent revision, such as Biochemistry and Anatomy.

• Minor subjects: He sometimes revised three minor subjects in a single day along with MCQ practice.

Talking about his preparation during the final 50 days, Pratik shared:

"Since I came here on 10th of September, for the remaining 50 days my only goal was to complete three revisions."

He also explained how he divided his study hours between major and minor subjects. This helped him cover different subjects without spending the entire day on one topic.

How Dr. Pratik Bagul Prepared for FMGE During MBBS

Pratik did not follow an examination-focused approach throughout his entire MBBS journey. During his first three to four years, he concentrated on understanding medical subjects and building conceptual clarity.

His preparation became specifically focused on FMGE during his internship.

He believed that understanding a subject was more important than memorising isolated MCQ points. This approach also helped him connect concepts from different subjects while solving clinical questions.

During the interview, he explained:

"So, for my three three and a half four years I would just focus on enjoying the subject, understanding the concepts and then eventually during my internship I was fully focused on the FMG part."

For subjects that required a better conceptual understanding, he preferred main lectures. He also referred to textbooks, college PPTs and lecture notes whenever he needed additional explanations.

He maintained a balance between academics and extracurricular activities. He participated in college groups and played the flute during university functions.

His experience highlights why students should build their medical knowledge throughout MBBS instead of postponing serious preparation until they return to India.

How PW MedEd Lectures and Revision Resources Helped Dr. Pratik

Pratik chose PW MedEd because he was familiar with several of its faculty members. Some of them had visited his college in the Philippines, which encouraged him to study through the platform.

Pratik shared:

“Dr. Siraj, Dr. Sandeep sir, as well as Prasanna sir, they visited our college. So I was like I want to study with these faculties. So when I was Googling the only platform which I found was PW MedEd….So I was like okay, let's go with PW.”

During his final preparation, he used different resources depending on the subject.

His approach included:

• Major subjects: He used revision videos for Medicine, Pharmacology, Surgery and OBGYN.

• Minor subjects: He followed tests and discussions to revise important concepts.

• Cardiology: He found the revision sessions particularly helpful for this topic.

• NEET PG and AIIMS PYQs: He watched question discussion sessions to practise and revise important concepts.

He also mentioned that the revision videos and test discussions helped him during his preparation. He particularly found the Cardiology revision sessions useful.

“The revision series which was going on that was also quite helpful, specifically the cardiology part. That helped me a lot as well.”

For students preparing for postgraduate medical entrance examinations, PW also provides resources for NEET PG preparation.

Dr. Pratik Bagul's Grand Test Strategy: From 118 to 199 Marks

Grand Tests played an important role in Pratik's preparation. He attempted his first GT even before completing a single subject during his MBBS.

Initially, his score was around 118 marks. During his first four to five Grand Tests, he was unable to cross the FMGE passing mark.

However, as he completed more subjects and revised them regularly, his performance gradually improved. After returning to India, he started attempting almost one Grand Test every week.

Overall, he attempted approximately 18–19 Grand Tests during his preparation.

Here is how his GT preparation progressed:

Even when his scores remained around 194–199 in the final few tests, he did not stop revising. Instead, he continued practising questions and watching revision videos and test discussions.

He explained how he handled this phase:

"I just made sure even though I am not wasting the whole day, somewhere or the other I'm able to utilise it."

His experience shows that Grand Test scores can help students understand their preparation level. However, a temporary lack of improvement should not become a reason to lose confidence.

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How Dr. Pratik Managed Difficult Subjects During FMGE Preparation

Pratik did not skip any subject during his FMGE preparation. He believed that all subjects contribute to building the knowledge required to solve examination questions.

He gave particular importance to the major subjects, including:

• Medicine

• Surgery

• Obstetrics and Gynaecology

• Pharmacology

He explained that Medicine brings together concepts from Physiology, Pharmacology and Pathology. Therefore, skipping a major subject could affect a student's ability to solve related questions.

However, he managed his time differently for certain subjects. He did not spend as much time on Dermatology and Radiology because several of their concepts were also covered in other subjects.

Instead, he allocated more preparation time to subjects he found difficult, such as ENT and Surgery.

When asked what he would suggest to students thinking about skipping subjects, his advice was clear:

"Never skip a subject, specifically the major four. Medicine plays a big role in passing this."

This approach helped him focus on weaker areas without leaving any subject completely untouched.

Dr. Pratik Bagul's Advice for Students Preparing for FMGE

During the interview, Pratik shared useful suggestions for students who are currently pursuing MBBS abroad or preparing for their next FMGE attempt.

1. Complete Subjects During MBBS

Students in their first and second years should try to complete their subjects during the respective academic year. This will leave more time for revision after returning to India.

Pratik explained:

"Just don't try to think once you are back in India, I will complete the subject."

2. Focus on Understanding Concepts

Rather than studying only to solve MCQs, understand the subjects properly. Medical concepts are connected, and a good understanding can help you approach clinical questions.

3. Do Not Skip Major Subjects

Medicine, Surgery, OBGYN and Pharmacology require proper attention. Even when time is limited, avoid leaving major subjects completely.

4. Practise MCQs Every Day

Pratik aimed to solve at least 100 questions daily during serious preparation. On some days, he practised as many as 300 questions. Regular question practice helped him become familiar with different question patterns.

5. Take Grand Tests Regularly

Do not wait until you complete the entire syllabus to attempt your first GT. Start early, understand your weak areas and track your progress through regular tests.

6. Keep Revising Your Subjects

Watching lectures or completing a subject once is not enough. Plan multiple revisions so that you can recall important concepts during the examination.

7. Stay Positive and Follow Your Own Strategy

Every student starts preparation at a different level. Identify your strong and weak subjects, calculate the time available and prepare a realistic timetable accordingly.

Sharing his final advice for FMGE aspirants, Pratik said:

"Hard work in the right direction with positive intent and positive thoughts is what you all need."

He also encouraged students to enjoy their college life while giving proper attention to academics.

Dr. Pratik Bagul's FMGE October 2026 success story shows how early conceptual preparation and focused revision can help students perform well even when the final preparation window is short.

Despite having only 50 days after returning from the Philippines, he managed to complete three revisions, practise 100–200 MCQs daily and attempt around 18–19 Grand Tests. His final score of 217 marks in the first attempt reflects the importance of consistent preparation.

His journey also highlights an important lesson for MBBS students studying abroad: do not wait until you return to India to begin preparing for FMGE. Build your concepts during university, complete subjects on time and keep enough time for revision before the examination.