FMGE Syllabus 2023: Latest Subject-Wise Topics

FMGE syllabus 2023 is determined by the Medical Council of India (MCI) and the same will be published by the National Board of Examination (NBE). Candidates should make sure to go through the syllabus completely, in order to get a clear understanding of the distribution of topics throughout the different chapters and accordingly prepare for the exam.

FMGE 2023 syllabus mainly comprises all the topics of the medical courses at the UG level. This section discusses all the topics of the syllabus to be covered for the exam.

FMGE Previous Year Question Papers

FMGE Exam Pattern 2023

Table of Contents

• FMGE Syllabus for Part 1 and Part 2
• Topic-Wise FMGE Syllabus 2023

FMGE Syllabus for Part 1 and Part 2

FMGE syllabus is divided among subjects of parts 1 and 2. There are a total of 22 FMGE subjects. The FMGE subjects are provided below for the candidates in a paper-wise manner.

FMGE Syllabus for Part 1: Subject Name

Candidates can learn all about the FMGE syllabus for the subject-wise sections provided below. However, candidates must know that the FMGE Paper 1 subjects (or Part 1 subjects) have a separate syllabus for Part B subjects.

The subject names of the FMGE exam syllabus for Part A are tabulated below for the candidates.

Pre & Para Clinical Subjects
Subjects	Distribution of Marks
Anatomy	17
Physiology	17
Biochemistry	17
Pathology	13
Microbiology	13
Pharmacology	13
Forensic Medicine	10
Total	100

FMGE Syllabus for Part 2: Subject Name

Candidates can learn all about the Part 2 FMGE syllabus for the subject-wise sections provided below. Candidates can also learn about the FMGE syllabus marks distribution for Part B. The subject names of the FMGE exam syllabus for Part B are tabulated below for the candidates.

Clinical Subjects
S.No	Subjects	Distribution Of Marks
1	Medicine & Allied Subjects
I)	Medicine	33
II)	Phychiatry	5
III)	Dermatology & STD	5
IV)	Radiotherapy	5
2	General Surgery & Allied Subjects
I)	General Surgery	32
II)	Anesthesiology	5
III)	Orthopedics	5
IV)	Radiodiagnosis	5
3	Pediatrics	15
4	Ophthalmology	15
5	Otorhinolaryngology	15
6	Obstetrics & Gynaecology	30
7	Community Medicine	30
Total		200

Topic-Wise FMGE Syllabus 2023 

The detailed topic-wise FMGE Syllabus 2023 is given below for the reference of the candidates. Topic-wise preparation helps them to understand the distribution of topics clearly, and candidates can learn the concepts better. 

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Physiology

The topics in this chapter are:

• Gastrointestinal Tract
• Kidney
• Endocrine Glands
• Reproduction
• General Physiology
• Blood - Body fluids 
• Body and Skin temperature
• Central Nervous Systems
• Special Senses
• Cardiovascular System
• Respiratory System
• Muscle and Nerve

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Anatomy

The topics in this chapter are:

• Regional Anatomy: Upper limb, Lower limb Thorax-including Diaphragm Pelvis and Abdomen; Neck, Brain, Head and Spinal Cord
• Histology: General Histology Microanatomy of individual Organs & Systems
• Radiological Anatomy: Skiagrams, Principles of Imaging Techniques and Special X-rays
• Sectional Anatomy: Head, Neck and Brain, Thorax, Abdomen
• Human Genetics: Principles of Molecular Biology and Human Genetics
• General Anatomy: Terminology, Nomenclature and Basic Tissues to Body
• Surface Anatomy: In Cadavers, In the Living
• Embryology: Development of Individual Organs and Systems, Postnatal Development & Growth
• Elements of Anatomy: Myology, Angiology, Neurology, Osteology, Arthrology

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Pathology

The topics in this chapter are:

• Growth Disturbances and Neoplasia
• Nutritional and Other Disorders
• Musculoskeletal System
• Endocrine Pathology
• Haematology
• Cardiovascular Pathology
• Respiratory Pathology
• Inflammation and Repair
• Immunopathology
• Hepato-Biliary Pathology
• Lymphoreticular System / Spleen
• Pathology of Kidney and Urinary Tract
• Neuropathology
• Dermato-Pathology
• Ocular Pathology
• Reproductive System (Male & Female)
• Diseases of the Breast
• Infectious Diseases
• Circulatory Disturbances
• Genetic Disorder
• Cell injury

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Microbiology

The topics in this chapter are:

• Bacteriology
• Systemic Virology
• Immunology
• Applied / Clinical Microbiology
• Mycology
• Parasitology
• General Virology
• General Microbiology

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Pharmacology

The topics in this chapter are:

• Gastro-Intestinal System
• Autocoids and Related Drugs
• Drugs in Anaesthetic Practice
• Chemotherapy
• Toxicology
• Clinical Pharmacology and Rational Drug Use
• Endocrine Pharmacology
• Central Nervous System
• Psychopharmacology
• Cardio-Vascular System
• Diuretics
• Drugs Affecting Blood and Blood Formation
• General Pharmacology
• Autonomic Nervous System
• Respiratory System

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Forensic Medicine

The topics in this chapter are:

• Examination of an Injury Case
• Injuries because of Physical Agents & Their Medico-Legal Importance
• Biological Fluids
• Seminal Stains
• Asphyxial death
• Death due to Malnutrition, Neglect Battered Babies
• Dowry Death
• Virginity, Sexual Offences, Sexual Perversions
• Pregnancy and Delivery
• Infanticide
• Medical Jurisprudence
• Toxicology
• Medical Certifications & Medico-Legal Reports Including Dying Declaration
• Death
• Examination of Mutilated Human Remains
• Medico-Legal Autopsies
• Mechanical Injuries and Wounds
• Forensic Psychiatry
• Legitimacy
• Changes After Death
• Inquest by Police, Magistrate and Coroner
• Definitions
• Courts of India
• Court Procedures
• Identification

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Biochemistry

The topics in this chapter are:

• Protein and Amino Acid Metabolism
• Purine and Pyrimidine Metabolism
• Biochemical Genetics and Protein Biosynthesis
• Tissue Biochemistry
• Liver Functions
• Nutrition and Energy Metabolism
• Nuclear Acids
• Enzymes
• Intermediary Metabolism
• Carbohydrate Metabolism
• Lipid Metabolism
• Minerals
• Hydrogen Ion Concentration Acid, Bases, Buffers, Handerson-Haselbach Equation
• Isotopes and their Application
• Biological Oxidation
• Digestion and Absorption from GI Tract
• Vitamins
• Amino Acids, Peptides and Proteins
• Lipids
• Cell and Sub-Cellular Structures
• Carbohydrates

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for General Surgery

The topics in this chapter are:

• Appendix
• Cardiothoracic System
• Oesophagus, Stomach and Duodenum
• Pancreas
• Peritoneum
• Intestines and Intestinal Obstruction
• Rectum and Anal Canal
• Penis, Testis, and Scrotum
• Vasectomy and Recanalisation
• Sympathetic System
• Cranio-Cerebral Injuries
• Specific and Non-Specific Injections
• Tumours, Cysts, Ulcers and Sinuses and Fistulae
• Haemorrhage and Shock
• Fluid, electrolyte and Acid Balance, Nutrition
• Spleen, Liver, Gall Bladder and Bile Duct
• Kidneys and Ureters
• Urinary Bladder
• Prostrate
• Urethra
• Diseases of Muscle, Tendons, Bursae and Fascia
• Hernia
• Skin Tumours, Burns, Skin Grafting
• Arterial Diseases
• Umbilical Granuloma, Fistula, Adenoma
• Abdominal Wall
• Face, Teeth, Gums, Mouth, Tongue, Salivary Glands, Neck
• Thyroid Glands, Thyroglossal Tract and Endocrines
• Infections of Hand and Foot
• Venous Diseases
• Lymphatic and Lymph Nodes
• Wounds
• Breast
• Brain, Nerves
• Genito-Urinary System

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Anaesthesia

The topics in this chapter are:

• ICU, the Role of Anaesthesiologist in ICU
• Shock
• Sites of Respiratory Obstruction and Management of the Airway in an Unconscious Patient
• Poisoning
• Blood Transfusion and Fluid Electoral Balance
• Principles and Mechanism of Administration of General Anaesthetics, Balanced Anaesthesia
• IPPV Endotracheal Intubations
• Pre-operative Evaluation/ Pre-Medication
• Anaesthetic Agents, Stages of Anaesthesia
• Muscle Relaxants 8. Spinal/Epidural Anesthesia
• Local Anesthesia
• Role of Anaesthesiologist in Acute and Chronic Relief
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Basic, use of Simple Ventilators
• Monitoring
• Anatomy of Upper Airway
• Physiology of Respiration O2/CO2 Transport. Methods of Oxygen Therapy.

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Radiodiagnosis

The topics in this chapter are:

• Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Skeletal System
• Cardiovascular System
• Central Nervous System
• Excretory System
• Gastrointestinal System
• Respiratory System

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Community Medicine

The topics in this chapter are:

• Basic Epidemiology
• Epidemiology of Specific Diseases
• Demography
• Reproductive and Child Health
• Evaluation of Public Health and Concepts of Health
• Environment and Health
• Urban Health
• Health System in India
• Health Planning and Management including Disaster Management
• International Health
• Occupational Health
• Medical Sociology and Community Mental Health
• Fundamentals of Biostatistics
• Communicable and Non-Communicable Diseases
• Health Education
• Nutrition and Dietetics
• School Health

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Orthopaedics

The topics in this chapter are:

• Injuries of Bones and Joints Injuries of Lower Extremity
• Regional Conditions
• Neuro-Muscular Disorder
• Bone and Joint Tuberculosis
• Injuries of the Spine Vascular Injuries
• Cold Orthopedics
• Traumatology
• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Radiotherapy

The topics in this chapter are:

• Common Radiation Reactions and Management
• Radio-Isotopes in Diagnosis and Therapy
• Principles of Radiotherapy
• Prevention and Early Diagnosis of Cancer
• Principles of Chemotherapy
• Principles of Nuclear Medicine
• Radiotherapy and Chemotherapy in Commonly Seen Cancers

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Medicine

The topics in this chapter are:

• Gastro-Intestinal Tract
• Emergency Medicine
• Nephrology & Urinary System Connected to Tissue Disorders
• Endocrine System
• Infections
• Haematology
• Neurological System
• Geriatrics
• Respiratory System
• Cardio-Vascular System
• Common Symptoms of a Disease
• Nutrition/Exposure to Physical & Chemical Agents
• Clinical Methods in the Practice of Medicine

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases

Diagnosis and management of common ailments affecting the chest with special emphasis on management and prevention of Tuberculosis and National Tuberculosis Control Programme.

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Paediatrics

The topics in this chapter are:

• Pediatric Emergencies
• Central Nervous System
• Gastroenterology
• Nephrology
• Nutrition
• Infections
• Endocrinology
• Respiratory System
• Vital Statistics
• Neonatology
• Genetics
• Growth & Development

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Obstetrics and Gynecology

The topics in this chapter are:

• Radiotherapy in Gynaecology
• Chemotherapy in Gynaecology
• Endoscopy
• Diseases of Breast
• Vaginal Discharge
• Menstrual Disorder
• Genital Infections
• Genital Prolapse
• Fertility, Infertility
• Endometriosis and the Allied States
• Tumours
• Carcinoma
• Operative Gynaecology
• Safe Motherhood
• Maternal Morbidity and Morality
• Medical Termination of Pregnancy
• Family Planning
• Operative Obstetrics
• Post Caesarian Pregnancy
• Maternal Changes in Pregnancy
• Antenatal Care
• Pharmaco Therapeutics in Obstetrics
• Abnormal Obstetrics
• Normal Labour
• Development of Foetus and Placenta
• Diagnosis of Pregnancy
• Medico-Legal Aspects
• RCH
• Normal Puerperium
• Breast Feeding
• Care of Newborn
• Genital Injuries and Fistulae
• Current Topics
• Anatomy of the Female Reproductive Tract
• Physiology of Conception

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Psychiatry

The topics in this chapter are:

• Alcoholism
• Drug Abuse
• Psychiatric Emergencies
• Clinical Features, Diagnosis and Management of Psychiatric Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence
• Schizophrenia
• Mania and Depression
• Different Psychoses Clinical Features, Diagnosis and Management
• Personality Disorder
• Conduction of Mental Status Examination
• Behavioral Sciences
• History Aspects and Diagnosis & Treatment of Mental Illness
• Anxiety Disorders and Hysteria, Dementia

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Ophthalmology

The topics in this chapter are:

• Refractive Errors
• Injuries
• Community Ophthalmology
• Miscellaneous
• Lens
• Vitreous
• Intra-Ocular Tumors
• Squint
• Orbit
• Retina
• Optic Nerve
• Ophthalmic Surgery
• Cornea
• Sclera
• Basic sciences–Pharmacology, Pathology, Anatomy, Physiology, Elementary Optics, Diseases of the Eye
• Conjunctiva
• Glaucoma
• Lacrimal System
• Lids
• Uveal Tract

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Otorhinolaryngology

The topics in this chapter are:

• Diseases of Nasopharynx
• Diseases of the Ear
• Diseases of Nose And Para Nasal sinuses
• Diseases of Trachea
• Oesophagus

FMGE 2023 Syllabus for Dermatology and Sexually Transmitted Diseases

The topics in this chapter are:

• Dermatitis and Eczema
• Vesiculobullous Diseases
• Structure and Functions of Sebaceous Glands and Diseases
• Leprosy
• Melanocytes, Pigment Metabolism and Other Disorders of Pigmentation
• Allergic Disorders
• Diseases caused by Nutritional and Environmental Factors
• Infective Disorders
• Dermatological therapy
• Psoriasis
• STD
• Lichen Planus
• Alopecia and Hirsutism