From India to the NHS: What Was Your Biggest Challenge in the GMC Registration Process?

Getting GMC registered isn’t just about passing PLAB—it's a long road of documentation, deadlines, and decisions that can leave even the most determined doctors feeling overwhelmed. Many IMGs from India don’t fail the exams—they get stuck navigating the paperwork.
Whether you’re just starting or midway through, here’s what you’ll need to tackle:

  • ✅ A GMC-recognised MBBS (check WDOMS + ECFMG sponsor note)

  • ✅ A 12-month internship covering medicine & surgery

  • 📢 IELTS or OET to prove English proficiency

  • 🧠 PLAB 1 (theory in India), 🎭 PLAB 2 (OSCE in Manchester)

  • 📄 EPIC verification, a Certificate of Good Standing, and a clean, well-organized document trail

🎯 Once you’re through, the real journey in the NHS begins—non-training roles, appraisals, and planning for specialty training.

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💬 What’s been the most difficult or confusing step for you in the GMC registration process so far? Share your experience so others can learn from it—or help you navigate it!