FMGE Outcomes of Indian Medical Graduates from Bangladesh: Trends, Challenges, and Improvements
FMGE Performance of Indian Medical Graduates from Bangladesh
The Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) acts as a mandatory licensure test for Indian nationals who obtain their medical education abroad, including from Bangladesh. Conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), the FMGE ensures that foreign-trained doctors possess adequate theoretical knowledge and clinical skills to practice medicine within India. In recent years, a notable proportion of Indian students have opted to pursue medical degrees in Bangladesh, making their FMGE outcomes a subject of increasing discussion.
Indian Students in Bangladeshi Medical Colleges
Bangladesh has emerged as a popular destination for Indian students due to its affordable tuition fees, lower living costs, and simplified admission process compared with many private Indian institutions. The medium of instruction in most colleges is English, and the medical curriculum follows international guidelines, which makes it appealing for foreign students. Prestigious public institutions such as Dhaka Medical College, Chittagong Medical College, and Rajshahi Medical College, along with a growing number of private colleges, attract a steady flow of Indian students each year.
However, despite the academic reputation of these universities, the FMGE results reveal that graduates returning from Bangladesh frequently face hurdles in clearing the exam, raising concerns about the alignment between their training and the requirements of Indian medical practice.
FMGE Pass Rate Patterns
Private Medical Colleges
Indian students from private Bangladeshi colleges often register lower FMGE pass percentages, commonly in the 20–40% range. While these colleges provide a structured MBBS program in Bangladesh, limitations in advanced clinical exposure, medical infrastructure, and FMGE-oriented preparation contribute to weaker results.
Government Medical Colleges
Graduates from government institutions in Bangladesh generally demonstrate better FMGE performance, often recording pass rates between 40–60%. These colleges typically offer more rigorous teaching, improved patient exposure, and comparatively stronger clinical training environments. Nonetheless, even these results remain below the ideal benchmark expected for smooth reintegration into India’s healthcare system.
Find all Private Medical Colleges and Government Medical Colleges (FMGE Performance)
| College Name | Candidates Appeared | Candidates Passed | Pass Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD Din Sakina Medical College | 32 | 14 | 43.75% |
| AD Din Women’s Medical College | 67 | 10 | 14.93% |
| Anwer Khan Modern Medical College | 62 | 25 | 40.32% |
| Armed Forces Medical College AFMC | 2 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Ashiyan Medical College | 3 | 1 | 33.33% |
| B. G. C. Trust Medical College | 27 | 9 | 33.33% |
| Bangladesh Medical College BMSRI | 31 | 20 | 64.52% |
| Barind Medical College and Hospital | 74 | 25 | 33.78% |
| Brahmanbaria Medical College | 1 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Central Medical College Comilla | 29 | 13 | 44.83% |
| Chittagong Medical College | 1 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Chittagong Medical University | 3 | 0 | 0.00% |
| City Medical College | 11 | 2 | 18.18% |
| Community Based Medical College Bangladesh CBMCB | 100 | 40 | 40.00% |
| Delta Medical College | 21 | 14 | 66.67% |
| Diabetic Association Medical College | 8 | 2 | 25.00% |
| Dhaka Central International Medical College and Hospital | 28 | 13 | 46.43% |
| Dhaka Community Medical College | 48 | 14 | 29.17% |
| Dhaka Medical College and Hospital | 7 | 1 | 14.29% |
| Dhaka National Medical College and HospitalDhaka National Medical College | 100 | 33 | 33.00% |
| Dr. Sirajul Islam Medical College and Hospital | 54 | 18 | 33.33% |
| East West Medical College | 91 | 29 | 31.87% |
| Eastern Medical College Comilla | 120 | 45 | 37.50% |
| Enam Medical College and Hospital | 60 | 15 | 25.00% |
| Gazi Medical College | 111 | 32 | 28.83% |
| Gonoshasthaya Samaj Vattik Medical College | 1 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Green Life Medical College and Hospital | 21 | 5 | 23.81% |
| Holy Family Red Crescent Medical College | 37 | 14 | 37.84% |
| Ibrahim Medical College | 3 | 1 | 33.33% |
| Institute of Applied Health Sciences IAHS | 126 | 16 | 12.70% |
| International Medical College | 98 | 32 | 32.65% |
| Islami Bank Medical College | 3 | 1 | 33.33% |
| Jahurul Islam Medical College and Hospital | 60 | 37 | 61.67% |
| Jalalabad Ragib Rabeya Medical College | 40 | 18 | 45.00% |
| Khwaja Yunus Ali Medical College | 92 | 44 | 47.83% |
| Kumudini Women's Medical College | 118 | 37 | 31.36% |
| M. H. Samorita Hospital and Medical College | 37 | 11 | 29.73% |
| Mainamoti Medical College | 51 | 18 | 35.29% |
| Marks Medical College and Hospital | 53 | 6 | 11.32% |
| Medical College for Women and Hospital | 18 | 2 | 11.11% |
| Monno Medical College | 64 | 27 | 42.19% |
| Mymensingh Medical College | 3 | 2 | 66.67% |
| North Bengal Medical College | 16 | 12 | 75.00% |
| North East Medical College | 6 | 1 | 16.67% |
| Northern International Medical College | 3 | 1 | 33.33% |
| Parkview Medical College and Hospital | 1 | 1 | 100.00% |
| Prime Medical College | 147 | 35 | 23.81% |
| Rajshahi Medical College and Hospital | 7 | 3 | 42.86% |
| Rajshahi Medical University | 2 | 1 | 50.00% |
| Rangpur Community Medical College | 175 | 39 | 22.29% |
| Rangpur Medical College | 4 | 3 | 75.00% |
| Shahabuddin Medical College | 69 | 20 | 28.99% |
| Shaheed Monsur Ali Medical College | 23 | 12 | 52.17% |
| Sher E Bangla Medical College | 2 | 1 | 50.00% |
| Sir Salimullah Medical College | 3 | 2 | 66.67% |
| Southern Medical College and Hospital | 35 | 13 | 37.14% |
| Sylhet M.A.G. Osmani Medical College | 5 | 1 | 20.00% |
| Sylhet Women's Medical College and Hospital | 37 | 19 | 51.35% |
| T. M. S. S. Medical College | 119 | 28 | 23.53% |
| Tairunnessa Memorial Medical College and Hospital | 134 | 34 | 25.37% |
| University of Science and Technology | 2 | 1 | 50.00% |
| Uttara Adhunik Medical College | 7 | 3 | 42.86% |
| Zainul Haque Sikder Women's Medical College and Hospital | 103 | 34 | 33.01% |
Here is the FMGE performance data table sorted alphabetically by College Name:
Key Factors Impacting Performance
Several elements explain the performance gap between Bangladeshi-trained Indian doctors and their peers from Indian colleges:
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Curriculum Variations
The Bangladeshi MBBS curriculum, though comprehensive, may not fully overlap with the India-specific medical syllabus emphasized in FMGE. Important topics such as Indian healthcare laws, disease profiles, and national health programs often receive less emphasis. -
Clinical Training Limitations
While students gain hospital exposure, the scope may be narrower compared with India—both in terms of technology access and diversity of medical cases—reducing practical adaptability during FMGE and later practice in India. -
Language & Communication
Although courses are taught in English, day-to-day clinical interaction often involves Bangla, which may limit some Indian students’ communication skills and weaken their confidence during practice-oriented examinations. -
Lack of FMGE-targeted Preparation
Many students concentrate solely on clearing their university exams. Without specialized coaching or preparatory modules for FMGE, they face difficulty adapting to the exam’s structure and question style.
Measures to Improve Performance
To enhance FMGE success rates for Indian graduates from Bangladesh, the following steps are recommended:
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Curriculum Alignment
Syncing the syllabus more closely with FMGE and Indian medical requirements, including public health topics unique to India. -
Enhanced Clinical Exposure
Expanding hands-on training opportunities, access to technology, and diverse patient care scenarios for stronger practical readiness. -
FMGE Preparation Support
Collaborations with reputed FMGE coaching centers or establishing in-house preparatory courses can significantly improve confidence and results. -
Quality Monitoring
Regular accreditation checks and standardized teaching benchmarks across both public and private medical colleges in Bangladesh can ensure better outcomes for foreign students.
Conclusion
The FMGE outcomes of Indian medical graduates from Bangladesh underline both the advantages and shortcomings of studying medicine abroad. While government institutions in Bangladesh produce relatively better results than private colleges, the overall pass percentage remains lower than desirable. Addressing curriculum mismatches, strengthening clinical training, and ensuring FMGE-specific preparation can improve the success rate of these students. With such reforms, Indian graduates from Bangladesh will be better positioned to clear the FMGE and integrate seamlessly into the Indian healthcare workforce.
