FMGE Pharmacology carries 20-25 questions in the 300-question NBE screening test, conducted twice a year in June and December - and with no negative marking, every question is a scoring opportunity you should not leave blank. Download the last 10 years FMGE Pharmacology PYQs below, then use the topic wise weightage table to find the chapters that together account for over 60% of questions.
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- FMGE 2026: June session and December session conducted by NBE
- Pharmacology questions: 20-25 out of 300 total MCQs - single best answer type
- Marking: No negative marking - attempt every question, including guesses
- Pass mark: 150 out of 300 (50%)
- Pass rate: Around 15-20% of appearing students clear FMGE each session
- Autonomic pharmacology and CNS drugs together cover nearly 40% of Pharmacology questions in PYQs
- Exam format: Computer Based Test (CBT) at NBE-approved centers
FMGE Pharmacology Sample Papers 2026 - Download PDF
| Sample Paper | PDF Download |
|---|---|
| FMGE Pharmacology Sample Paper 1 | Download PDF |
| FMGE Pharmacology Sample Paper 2 | Download PDF |
| FMGE Pharmacology Sample Paper 3 | Download PDF |
| FMGE Pharmacology Sample Paper 4 | Download PDF |
| FMGE Pharmacology Sample Paper 5 | Download PDF |
PDFs will be updated as new papers are added. Bookmark this page.
| Year | Sessions Available | Solutions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June plus December | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2024 | June plus December | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2023 | June plus December | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2022 | June plus December | Available | Collegedunia |
| 2021 | June plus December | Available | Collegedunia |
Start with 2022 to 2025 PYQs - they reflect the current question style. Earlier papers are useful for topic coverage only.
FMGE Pharmacology Exam Pattern and Marks Distribution 2026
FMGE is a 300-question CBT split into two parts. Pharmacology sits in Part 1.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total questions | 300 (Part 1: 150, Part 2: 150) |
| Pharmacology questions | 20-25 |
| Question type | Single best answer MCQ |
| Duration | 150 minutes per part |
| Negative marking | None |
| Pass mark | 150 out of 300 (50%) |
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Conducted by | National Board of Examinations (NBE) |
FMGE Sample Papers with Clinical Scenario Questions - Why 2022 to 2025 Papers Matter Most
NBE shifted FMGE Pharmacology toward clinical application from 2022 onward. Older papers asked straight mechanism questions; recent papers describe a patient scenario and ask which drug fits - practice must match this pattern.
- Start with 2024 and 2025 PYQs - they match the current exam style exactly
- Drug of choice questions dominate: "which drug for this condition in this patient type"
FMGE Pharmacology Topic Wise Weightage - High Scoring Topics to Focus in Sample Papers
Autonomic pharmacology is the highest-yield chapter in 8 years of FMGE PYQs - tackle it before any other topic.
| Topic | Questions | Difficulty | What to Watch For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autonomic Nervous System Drugs | 4-5 | Moderate-Hard | Receptor agonists, selective beta blockers, atropine |
| CNS Drugs (Antiepileptics, Antipsychotics, Antidepressants) | 3-4 | Moderate-Hard | Drug of choice per seizure type, SSRI vs TCA |
| Antimicrobials (Antibiotics, Antifungals, Antivirals) | 3-4 | Moderate | Mechanism, spectrum, drug of choice per infection |
| Cardiovascular Drugs | 2-3 | Moderate | ACE inhibitors vs ARBs, antiarrhythmic classes |
| NSAIDs and Autacoids | 2-3 | Easy-Moderate | COX selectivity, prostaglandin effects, histamine antagonists |
| General Pharmacology and Pharmacokinetics | 2 | Moderate | Half-life, first-pass metabolism, enzyme induction |
| Endocrine Pharmacology | 2 | Easy-Moderate | Insulin types, oral hypoglycemics, thyroid drugs |
| Opioids and Pain Management | 1-2 | Easy-Moderate | Receptor types, naloxone reversal, tramadol |
| GIT Drugs | 1-2 | Easy | PPI mechanism, antiemetics, H2 blockers |
| Respiratory Drugs | 1-2 | Easy | Beta-2 agonist selectivity, corticosteroids, theophylline |
| Anticancer and Chemotherapy | 1-2 | Moderate-Hard | Alkylating agent mechanism, antimetabolite targets |
Do not skip GIT Drugs and Respiratory Drugs. These carry 2-4 easy questions answered in under 30 seconds. With a 150-mark pass threshold, easy chapters are not optional.
FMGE Pharmacology Sample Paper Video Solutions 2026 - Watch Before You Start Solving
Watching an expert walk through PYQs before you solve shows the ideal reasoning pattern - not just the correct answer, but how to eliminate wrong options quickly.
This video covers high-yield FMGE PYQs in recall format, walking through repeated question types and common traps.
Watch: Pharmacology - FMGE High Yield PYQ Recall Edition
How to Use FMGE Pharmacology Sample Papers to Clear in First Attempt
Solving papers without a system gives you a score, not a diagnosis:
- Solve untimed first: No clock on the first paper - find which topics you know versus which ones you are guessing.
- Categorize every wrong answer: Recall gap, reasoning gap, or trap question - each type needs a different fix.
- No negative marking means no skipping: Mark a best-guess on every question. Never leave a blank.
- Track autonomic and CNS scores separately: These 7-9 questions are your biggest lever. Fix them first if you score below 70%.
- Last 3 days before exam: No new papers. Review your error log and drug of choice lists only.
FMGE Pharmacology Textbook vs PYQ Balance - How to Use Sample Papers Without Wasting Time
KD Tripathi runs 600 pages. FMGE tests 30-40 core topics repeatedly:
- Start with PYQ topics, not the textbook index: Use the weightage table above and read only those chapters first.
- Every wrong answer goes back to the textbook: Not the full chapter - just the specific mechanism you missed.
- Build a drug of choice list from PYQs: NBE repeats these in different wording across sessions - a running list is high-yield.
- Do not read the textbook cover to cover: Students who do this consistently run out of time before covering high-yield material.
FMGE Pharmacology 30 Day Preparation Plan Using Sample Papers
- Days 1 to 7 - Solve 2024 June and December PYQs untimed. Note the topic of every wrong answer and list your top 3 weak areas.
- Days 8 to 14 - Read only your weak-topic chapters in KD Tripathi, then solve 2023 PYQs timed. Target above 60% on Pharmacology.
- Days 15 to 24 - Solve 2022 and 2021 PYQs and sample papers 1 to 5. One full FMGE mock daily, review wrong answers each evening.
- Days 25 to 30 - No new papers. Review your error log, drug of choice list, and autonomic and CNS drug tables.
FAQs on FMGE Pharmacology Sample Papers 2026
Ques. How many FMGE Pharmacology sample papers are enough to clear in the first attempt?
Ans. 8 to 10 full papers plus the last 5 years of PYQs. Students solving fewer than 6 miss the clinical scenario pattern NBE repeats across sessions.
Ques. Are FMGE Pharmacology PYQ questions repeated across sessions?
Ans. The exact question rarely repeats but the scenario and correct drug often do. Drug of choice questions repeat across sessions in different wording - build a running list from PYQs.
Ques. Which FMGE Pharmacology topic should I start with to maximize marks quickly?
Ans. Autonomic nervous system drugs - 4-5 questions that follow predictable receptor agonist and antagonist patterns. Clearing this first gives you a consistent 4-5 marks before anything else.
Ques. Where to download FMGE Pharmacology PYQs with answer key PDF for free?
Ans. The year-wise table above links to Collegedunia, which carries FMGE papers from 2021 onward with answer keys. NBE (natboard.edu.in) also publishes papers after each session.
Ques. Is there negative marking in FMGE Pharmacology?
Ans. No. FMGE has no negative marking. Attempt every question including guesses - eliminating 2 wrong options gives you 50% on questions you are unsure of, versus zero if you leave them blank.
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