Candidates appearing for FMGE 2024 are strongly advised to review the syllabus before the exams and streamline their preparation strategy accordingly. The complete
FMGE exam
syllabus is provided below.
FMGE Syllabus
2024
Highlights
Candidates can refer to the following table for a brief overview of the FMGE exam 2024 syllabus:
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Highlights
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Syllabus issuing authority
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MCI (Medical Council of India)
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Total Subjects
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21
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Subject Category
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Preclinical
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Paraclinical
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Clinical
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Toat Parts
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2, Part A and Part B
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Total number of questions framed from the FMGE syllabus
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300
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FMGE Syllabus 2024 Topics
The FMGE 2024 syllabus encompasses a wide range of topics that are grouped into 21 major subjects. These include the following:
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Physiology
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Anatomy
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Biochemistry
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Microbiology
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Pathology
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Forensic Medicine
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Pharmacology
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Anaesthesia
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General Surgery
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Ophthalmology
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Psychiatry
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Respiratory Diseases
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Medicine
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Paediatrics
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Radiotherapy
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Dermatology
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Otorhinolaryngology
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Radiodiagnosis
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Orthopaedics
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Community medicine
Candidates can get a detailed view of all the topics covered in each subject from the following section.
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Physiology
Physiology is an important subject for the FMGE exam 2024 that deals with the study of the normal functioning of living organisms and their bodily systems. Topics covered in this discipline mainly focus on understanding the mechanisms and processes that enable humans to carry out different physiological functions.
The most crucial topics of Physiology are:
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Special senses
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Respiratory system
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Central nervous systems
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Cardiovascular system
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Endocrine glands
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Reproduction
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Kidney
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Skin and body temperature
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Nerve and muscle
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Gastrointestinal tract
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General physiology
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Body fluids - blood
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Anatomy
FMGE 2024 Anatomy syllabus includes topics to study the structure and organisation of various parts of human beings. It focuses on understanding the physical arrangement of the various organs, tissues, and systems within the body. Important topics of Anatomy are:
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General anatomy
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Sectional anatomy (Thorax, Head, Abdomen, Brain, and Neck)
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Surface anatomy
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Regional anatomy (Upper and lower limb, diaphragm Abdomen, Pelvis, Neck, Head, Brain and Spinal Cord)
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Elements of anatomy (Osteology, Myology, Neurology, Arthrology, Angiology)
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Human genetics
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Histology (Microanatomy of different organs & systems)
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Radiological anatomy (Special X-rays, Skiagrams, Rules of imaging techniques)
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Embryology (Development of organs and systems, postnatal developments)
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Biochemistry
FMGE 2024 Biochemistry topics explain the chemical processes of the human body. While preparing for the FMGE exam 2024, candidates must focus on the following topics of Biochemistry subject:
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Nutrition
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Energy metabolism
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Tissue biochemistry
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Liver functions
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Protein biosynthesis and biochemical genetics
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Amino acid and protein metabolism
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Pyrimidine and purine metabolism
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Lipid metabolism
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Intermediary metabolism
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Carbohydrate metabolism
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Biological oxidation
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Digestion and absorption from GI tract
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Enzymes
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Carbohydrates
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Vitamins
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Minerals
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Nuclear acids
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Lipids
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Proteins, peptides, and amino acids
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Isotopes and their applications
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Cell and subcellular structures
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Hydrogen ion concentration (Acid, Bases, Buffers)
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Microbiology
The microbiology subject of FMGE 2024 includes the study of microorganisms, such as algae, viruses, bacteria, etc and their role in causing illnesses. Topics covered in the FMGE Microbiology syllabus are:
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General Microbiology
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Clinical Microbiology
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Mycology
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Parasitology
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General virology
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Systemic virology
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Bacteriology
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Immunology
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Pathology
FMGE exam 2024 syllabus for Pathology covers a wide range of topics that involve the examination and analysis of the structural and functional changes caused by disease processes. Crucial Pathology topics for the FMGE exam are:
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Ocular pathology
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Neuropathology
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Dermato-pathology
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Musculoskeletal system
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Endocrine pathology
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Reproductive system
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Diseases of the breast
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Cardiovascular pathology
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Hepat-biliary pathology
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Lymphoreticular system
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Haematology
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Pathology of kidney and urinary tract
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Respiratory pathology
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Nutritional disorders
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Genetic disorder
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Circulatory disturbances
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Neoplasia and growth disturbances
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Immunopathology
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Infectious diseases
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Inflammation and repair
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Cell injury
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Forensic Medicine
Topics included in Forensic medicine deal with the application of medical knowledge and techniques to legal cases and investigations. To gain a thorough understanding of this subject, candidates must focus on the following topics:
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Death
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Dowry death
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Asphyxial death
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Changes after death
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Medical certifications and medico-legal reports
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Medico-legal autopsies
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Medical jurisprudence
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Inquest by police
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Examination of mutilated human remains
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Examination of an Injury Case
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Death due to malnutrition, neglect, battered babies
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Virginity, sexual offences, sexual perversions
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Infanticide
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Mechanical injuries and wounds
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Pregnancy and delivery
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Biological fluids
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Legitimacy
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Seminal stains
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Forensic psychiatry
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Toxicology
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Pharmacology
Pharmacology topics focus on the study of drugs and their use to treat illnesses. Additionally, it explores the effects of drugs on the body, including their mechanisms of action, therapeutic uses, side effects, etc. Crucial topics of Pharmacology for the FMGE exam are:
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Use of Clinical Pharmacology and Rational drug
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Chemotherapy
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Toxicology
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Psychopharmacology
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Drugs in anaesthetic practice
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Endocrine pharmacology
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Central Nervous System
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Respiratory system
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Gastrointestinal system
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Drugs affecting blood
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Autocoids and related drugs
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Cardiovascular system
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Diuretics
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General pharmacology
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Anaesthesia
Anaesthesia topics involve administering drugs or agents to induce a temporary loss of sensation or consciousness during medical procedures or surgeries. FMGE syllabus for Anaesthesia includes the following topics:
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Role of anaesthesiologist in chronic and acute relief
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Poisoning
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Local anaesthesia
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Sites of respiratory obstruction in unconscious patients
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Management of the airway in unconscious patients
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ICU
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Shock
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Monitoring
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Blood transfusion and fluid electoral balance
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Muscle relaxants
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Cardiopulmonary resuscitation basic
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Use of simple ventilators
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IPPV, endotracheal intubations
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Spinal epidural anaesthesia
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Physiology of respiration
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Stages of anaesthesia
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Anaesthetic agents
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Anatomy of upper airway
FMGE Syllabus 2024 General Surgery
General surgery topics include the diagnosis and surgical treatment of a wide range of medical conditions. Topics considered for FMGE exam questions are: Haemorrhage and shock
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Skin tumours
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Wounds
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Burns and skin grafting
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Ulcers, cysts, sinuses and fistulae
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Venous diseases
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Umbilical granuloma, fistula, adenoma
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Diseases of muscle, tendons, bursae and fascia
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Breasts
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Face, gums, teeth, mouth, salivary glands, tongue, neck
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Genito-urinary system
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Cranio-cerebral injuries
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Urethra
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Urinary bladder
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Oesophagus, stomach and duodenum
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Vasectomy and recanalisation
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Intestines, intestinal obstruction
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Pancreas
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Appendix
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Rectum and anal canal
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Spleen, gallbladder, liver, and bile ducts
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Peritoneum
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Penis, testis and scrotum
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Cardiothoracic system
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Kidneys and ureters
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Prostrate
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Sympathetic system
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Brain, nerves
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Thyroglossal tract and endocrines
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Thyroid glands
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Obstetrics & Gynecology
Obstetrics and Gynecology covers various topics concerning the health and medical care of women, particularly during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum phase. It also encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of various reproductive system disorders in women.
The crucial Obstetrics topics for FMGE 2024 exam preparation are:
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Operative gynaecology
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Endoscopy
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Diseases of breast
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Radiotherapy in gynaecology
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Chemotherapy in gynaecology
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Tumours
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Carcinoma
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Genital infections
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Genital prolapse
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Endometriosis
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Genital injuries and fistulae
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Menstrual disorder
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Fertility and infertility
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Current topics
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Vaginal discharge
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Medico-legal aspects
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RCH
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Safe motherhood
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Operative obstetrics
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Normal labour
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Maternal morbidity and mortality
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Post caesarean pregnancy
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Pharmacotherapeutics in obstetrics
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Normal puerperium
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Family planning
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Care of newborn
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Breastfeeding
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Medical termination of pregnancy
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Antenatal care
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Abnormal obstetrics
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Physiology of conception
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Ophthalmology
Ophthalmology syllabus topics majorly focus on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the eyes and the visual system. To master this FMGE subject, candidates must cover the following chapters:
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Community ophthalmology
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Injuries
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Lids
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Ophthalmic surgery
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Refractive errors
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Retina
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Orbit
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Squint
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Optic nerve
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Glaucoma
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Lacrimal system
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Lens
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Uveal tract
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Cornea
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Sclera
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Basic sciences
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Conjunctive
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Psychiatry
FMGE Psychiatry syllabus covers the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders. Topics of Psychiatry include the following
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Personality disorder
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Drug abuse
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Clinical features
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Hysteria and anxiety disorders
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Alcoholism
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Mania and depression
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Dementia
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Different psychoses clinical features
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Schizophrenia
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Mental status examination
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Behavioural sciences
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History of mental illness
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Respiratory Diseases
This subject includes an in-depth understanding, diagnosis, and management of general chest-related infections. The subject focuses on the treatment and prevention of Tuberculosis with emphasis on the National TB Control Programme.
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Medicine
Medicine subject topics include the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and medical conditions in human beings. It encompasses a wide range of chapters, such as:
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Geriatrics
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Nephrology and urinary system
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Endocrine system
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Emergency medicine
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Neurological system
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Cardiovascular system
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Gastrointestinal tract
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Haematology
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Respiratory system
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Exposure to chemical and physical agents
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Infections
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Clinical methods used in the practice of medicine
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Common symptoms and diseases
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Paediatrics
Paediatrics is an MBBS branch of medicine that specialises in the medical care and treatment of children, infants, and adolescents. Important chapters of Paediatrics for the FMGE 2024 exam are:
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Respiratory system
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Nephrology
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Endocrinology
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Central nervous system
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Gastroenterology
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Genetics
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Paediatric emergencies
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Nutrition
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Infections
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Neonatology
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Growth and development
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Vital statistics
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Radiotherapy
The Radiotherapy syllabus for the FMGE exam includes topics to treat certain types of cancer and a few non-cancerous conditions. Important Radiotherapy topics are:
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Radio-isotopes in diagnosis and treatment
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Common radiation reactions
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Radiotherapy and chemotherapy for cancers
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Early diagnosis and treatment of cancer
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Principles of nuclear medicine
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Principles of radiotherapy
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Principles of chemotherapy
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Dermatology
Dermatology is a subject related to skin diseases and their treatments. Topics covered in the FMGE syllabus for Dermatology are:
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Lichen planus
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Diseases caused by nutritional and atmospheric factors
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Dermatological therapy
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Allergic disorders
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Infective disorders
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Melanocytes and other disorders
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Pigment metabolism
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Structure and functions of sebaceous glands
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Dermatitis and eczema
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Vesiculobullous diseases
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Alopecia and hirsutism
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STD
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Leprosy
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Psoriasis
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Radiodiagnosis
Radiodiagnosis involves the use of various imaging techniques to detect and treat different medical conditions. In this subject, candidates have to study the imaging techniques used for the following body systems:
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Excretory system
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Skeletal system
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Central nervous system
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Gastrointestinal system
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Obstetrics and gynaecology
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Respiratory system
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Cardiovascular system
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Orthopaedics
FMGE exam syllabus for Orthopaedics covers the chapters that focus on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of injuries and disorders of the musculoskeletal system. These include the following:
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Physical medicine and rehabilitation
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Cold orthopaedics
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Neuro-muscular disorder
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Bone and joint tuberculosis
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Regional conditions
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Vascular Injuries
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Injuries to the spine
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Traumatology
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Injuries to bones and joints
FMGE Syllabus 2024 Community Medicine
Community Medicine covers various aspects of the health and well-being of communities. It addresses the preventive aspects of healthcare and aims to promote and protect the health of entire communities. FMGE syllabus of Community Medicine includes the following topics:
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International health
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Health system in India
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Health planning and management
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School health
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Urban health
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Demography
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Reproductive and child health
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Epidemiology of specific diseases
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Communicable and non-communicable diseases
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Fundamentals of biostatistics
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Basic epidemiology
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Occupational health
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Medical sociology
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Health education
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Nutrition and dietetics
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Evaluation of public health
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Environment and health
FMGE Syllabus 2024 - Subject-wise Marks Distribution
Candidates must understand the subject-wise marks distribution to find out important topics of the FMGE syllabus. By focusing on the high-yield topics candidates will be able to prepare smartly for the FMGE June session exam.
The following table shows the subject-wise marks distribution for the FMGE exam:
FMGE Syllabus 2024 - Subject-wise Marks Distribution
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Subject
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Marks Allotment
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Physiology
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17
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Anatomy
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17
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Biochemistry
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17
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Microbiology
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13
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Pharmacology
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13
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Pathology
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13
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Forensic Medicine
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10
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Medicine
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33
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Dermatology
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5
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Surgery
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32
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Anaesthesia
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5
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Orthopaedics
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5
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Radiodiagnosis
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5
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Gynaecology and Obstetrics
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30
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ENT
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15
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Ophthalmology
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15
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Paediatrics
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15
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Psychiatry
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5
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Radiotherapy
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5
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Community Medicine
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30
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