Foreign Doctors Struggle in India Economic Survey 2025 Reveals Alarming Fungus Pass Rates

The Economic Survey 2024-25 reveals a low pass rate among Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) in India.

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In 2023, only 16.65% of FMGs passed the qualifying exam to practice medicine in India.

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This low pass percentage indicates sub-par quality of medical education abroad, including lack of clinical training.

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High fees in Indian private medical colleges, ranging from Rs 60 lakh to over one crore, drive students abroad.

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Countries like China, Russia, Ukraine, Philippines, and Bangladesh are popular destinations due to lower fees.

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The survey recommends keeping medical education costs in India within reasonable limits to deter students from going abroad.

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Geographical disparities exist, with 51% of undergraduate and 49% of postgraduate medical seats in southern states.

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Addressing these challenges is crucial for improving the quality of medical professionals in India.

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