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FMGE 2026 Syllabus
The FMGE exam has two parts of 150 marks each and an overall mark of 300. All the questions are based on different subjects taught in MBBS. The FMGE 2026 syllabus has been found to be almost similar to the FMGE 2025 syllabus. The subjects are categorised into:
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Pre-clinical subjects: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry
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Para-clinical subjects: Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine
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Clinical subjects: Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Community Medicine, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Radiotherapy, Anaesthesia, Orthopaedics
In this manner, all the branches of medicine are equally represented in the FMGE exam.
FMGE -2026 Syllabus Topic-wise
Here is the detailed FMGE 2026 syllabus topic-wise, based on the FMGE 2025 syllabus.
Anatomy
Anatomy teaches about the structure of the human body. It is one of the base subjects in the FMGE 2026 syllabus and carries high marks weightage.
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General Anatomy: Basic tissues, terminology, and nomenclature
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Osteology, Arthrology, Myology, Angiology, Neurology
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Regional Anatomy: Upper limb, Lower limb, Thorax, Abdomen, Pelvis, Head, Neck, Brain, Spinal cord
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Embryology: Development of organs and systems, postnatal growth
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Histology and Microanatomy of Organs
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Human Genetics and Molecular Biology
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Radiological Anatomy: X-rays, imaging techniques
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Surface Anatomy in cadavers and the living body
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Sectional Anatomy: Thorax, Abdomen, Head, Neck, Brain
Physiology
Physiology explains how the human body works. It helps students link structure with function.
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General Physiology
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Blood and body fluids
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Nerve and Muscle Physiology
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Gastrointestinal tract functions
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Kidney physiology
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Skin and body temperature regulation
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Endocrine glands and hormones
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Reproduction system
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Cardiovascular system
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Respiratory system
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Central nervous system
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Special senses
Biochemistry
Biochemistry focuses on the chemical basis of life. It is important for understanding metabolism and diseases.
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Cell and Sub-cellular structures
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Acids, Bases, Buffers, Henderson-Hasselbalch equation
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Isotopes and their application
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Carbohydrates, Amino acids, Proteins, Lipids
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Nucleic acids and enzymes
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Vitamins and biological oxidation
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Digestion and absorption
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Metabolism: Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Purines, Pyrimidine
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Minerals, Nutrition, and Energy Metabolism
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Biochemical genetics and protein biosynthesis
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Liver function and tissue biochemistry
Pathology
Pathology studies disease processes. It is an important scoring subject in the FMGE 2026 syllabus.
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Cell injury, inflammation, and repair
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Immunopathology and infectious diseases
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Circulatory disturbances
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Neoplasia and growth disturbances
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Genetic disorders and nutritional diseases
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Haematology and blood diseases
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Cardiovascular, Respiratory, and Renal Pathology
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Hepato-biliary system
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Lymphoreticular system and spleen
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Reproductive and breast diseases
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Musculoskeletal, Endocrine, and Nervous System Pathology
Dermatopathology and ocular pathology
Microbiology
Microbiology covers microbes, their structure, and diseases caused by them.
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General microbiology
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Immunology
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Bacteriology
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General and systemic virology
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Mycology (fungi)
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Parasitology
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Clinical and applied microbiology
Pharmacology
Pharmacology deals with drugs and their uses. It is important for clinical practice.
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General pharmacology
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Autonomic nervous system drugs
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Cardiovascular and diuretics
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Drugs affecting the blood and blood formation
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Respiratory and gastrointestinal drugs
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Endocrine pharmacology
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CNS and psychopharmacology
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Anaesthetic drugs
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Chemotherapy and toxicology
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Clinical pharmacology and rational drug use
Forensic Medicine
Forensic Medicine combines law with medicine. It is useful for medico-legal practice.
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Courts of India and procedures
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Medical certification and medico-legal reports
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Death and postmortem changes
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Identification and injury examination
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Mechanical injuries, wounds, burns
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Asphyxial deaths
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Sexual offences, virginity, legitimacy
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Pregnancy, infanticide, and dowry death
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Forensic psychiatry and medical jurisprudence
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Toxicology and poisoning
General Surgery
Surgery is one of the biggest parts of the FMGE 2026 syllabus.
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Hemorrhage, shock, fluid, and electrolyte balance
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Burns, grafts, skin tumors
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Arterial, venous, lymphatic diseases
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Wounds, ulcers, infections, hernia
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Abdominal wall and gastrointestinal surgery
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Thyroid, breast, endocrine surgery
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CNS and cranio-cerebral injuries
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Genitourinary system
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Cardiothoracic surgery
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Spleen, liver, pancreas, intestines
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Appendicitis, rectum, and anal canal
Anaesthesia
Anaesthesia helps in pain-free surgery.
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Upper airway anatomy and respiration physiology
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Anaesthetic agents and stages of anaesthesia
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Endotracheal intubation, muscle relaxants
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Local, spinal, epidural anaesthesia
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CPR and ventilator use
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ICU care and fluid balance
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Role of anaesthesiologist in emergencies and poisoning
Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics deals with bones and joints.
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Traumatology and fractures
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Injuries of lower limb and spine
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Vascular injuries
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Cold orthopaedics and regional conditions
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Neuro-muscular disorders
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Bone and joint tuberculosis
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Rehabilitation and physical medicine
Radiodiagnosis
Radiodiagnosis focuses on diagnosis using imaging.
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Respiratory and cardiovascular system imaging
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Gastrointestinal and skeletal system
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Obstetrics and gynaecology
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CNS imaging
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Excretory system
Radiotherapy
Radiotherapy is about cancer treatment with radiation.
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Principles of radiotherapy and chemotherapy
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Early cancer diagnosis
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Nuclear medicine and radioisotopes
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Radiation reactions and management
Radiotherapy for common cancers
Paediatrics
Paediatrics is about child health and diseases.
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Neonatology and vital statistics
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Growth and development
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Nutrition and infections
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Genetics and emergencies
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CNS, Gastroenterology, Nephrology
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Endocrine and respiratory system
Medicine
Medicine is the biggest subject in the FMGE 2026 syllabus.
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Clinical methods and common symptoms
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Nutrition and exposure to agents
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Infections and haematology
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Respiratory, cardiovascular,and gastrointestinal diseases
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Neurology, nephrology, endocrinology
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Emergency medicine and geriatrics
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Tuberculosis and respiratory diseases
Psychiatry
Psychiatry studies mental health.
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History and diagnosis of mental illness
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Behavioral science
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Schizophrenia, depression, anxiety
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Dementia, alcoholism, drug abuse
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Psychiatric emergencies
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Childhood psychiatric disorders
Dermatology & STD
This subject deals with skin diseases and sexually transmitted diseases.
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Dermatological therapy
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Nutritional and infective disorders
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Pigmentation and allergic disorders
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Eczema, psoriasis, leprosy
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Alopecia, sebaceous gland diseases
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STDs
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology is the study of eye diseases.
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Anatomy, physiology, pathology of eye
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Conjunctiva, cornea, sclera, uveal tract
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Lens, vitreous, retina, optic nerve
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Glaucoma, tumors, squint, orbit
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Lacrimal system, lids, injuries
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Refractive errors and eye surgery
Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)
ENT covers ear, nose, and throat diseases.
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Diseases of the ear and hearing
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Nose and paranasal sinuses
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Nasopharynx, trachea, oesophagus
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
This subject is about women’s health and pregnancy.
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Anatomy of the reproductive tract
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Conception, development of the fetus, and placenta
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Pregnancy and maternal changes
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Labour, puerperium, newborn care
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Abnormal obstetrics and infertility
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Family planning and contraception
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Tumours and cancers
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Endoscopy, chemotherapy, radiotherapy
Community Medicine
Community medicine focuses on public health.
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History and concepts of health
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Environment and nutrition
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Biostatistics and epidemiology
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Communicable and non-communicable diseases
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Demography and child health
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School and urban health
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Disaster management and international health
FMGE Marks Distribution 2026
The FMGE 2025 exam consists of 300 multiple-choice questions, divided into two parts, and is structured according to pre-clinical, para-clinical, and clinical subjects. Each correct answer yields one mark, with no negative marking. To qualify, candidates must secure at least 150 out of 300 marks (50%).
FMGE 2025 Exam Structure
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Total Questions: 300 MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions)
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Parts: Two (Part A and Part B; 150 questions each)
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Duration: 2.5 hours per part (5 hours total)
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Marking: +1 mark per correct answer; no negative marking
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Qualifying Marks: 150 out of 300 (50%)
Subject-Wise Marks Distribution
These subjects form the foundation of medical science. They help in understanding the structure, function, and early disease processes of the human body. In FMGE 2026, they carry a total of 100 marks.
Pre & Para Clinical Subjects (Total: 100 marks) | |
Subject | Marks |
Anatomy | 17 |
Physiology | 17 |
Biochemistry | 17 |
Pathology | 13 |
Microbiology | 13 |
Pharmacology | 13 |
Forensic Medicine | 10 |
Clinical subjects focus on diagnosis, treatment, and patient care. They form the main scoring part of the FMGE exam and carry a total of 200 marks.
Clinical Subjects (Total: 200 marks) | |
Subject | Marks |
Medicine | 33 |
Psychiatry | 5 |
Dermatology & STD | 5 |
Radiotherapy / Radiology | 5 |
General Surgery | 32 |
Anesthesiology | 5 |
Orthopaedics | 5 |
Radiodiagnosis | 5 |
Pediatrics | 15 |
Ophthalmology | 15 |
Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) | 15 |
Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 30 |
Community Medicine | 30 |