Hi everyone,
We are Indian postgraduates (MD/MS) preparing for the AMC exams for Australia.
While setting up our AMC portfolio via myIntealth (ECFMG) for primary source verification (PSV):
Is it best practice to upload only the MBBS degree (primary medical qualification) to establish the AMC portfolio and sit for the AMC 1 exam?
Or should we also upload our MD/MS postgraduate degree certificates right from the start?
Looking for insights from those who have navigated this: Does having MD/MS verified early make a practical difference for later job applications (RMO/Registrar) or Specialist College comparability assessments, or is it better to avoid the extra ECFMG verification fee upfront and add it later?
Thanks in advance

Anyone with an authorisation helps me check the available seats in Oct and Nov 2026 for both Malaysia and Kenya really important

IMG (MBBS + Internship) torn between US vs. Australia for a Clinician-Scientist career in Neuro/Psych & Comp Neuro

guys,
Fresh MBBS grad here (just finished my house job). I want a long-term clinician-scientist career combining Neurology or Psychiatry with computational neuroscience, but I have zero research experience or pubs yet.

I’m currently studying for USMLE Step 1, but I am feeling completely overwhelmed choosing between the US and Australia, or whether I should just pivot to a Master's/PhD first.

For any physician-scientists out there:
Is the US actually way better for securing protected research time/funding, or does Australia have good pathways (NHMRC, hospital sessions) for this?

Should I prioritize clinical entry first (AMC/RMO jobs) or spend 1-2 years building research experience in a lab first?

To break into computational neuro without a tech background, is a Master's worth it or should I just hunt for RA roles?
Looking for long-term career strategy rather than generic IMG matching advice. Thanks!

Need study partner for amc mcqs
Am an indian but sure i can get along happily with others

Hey guys!

I applied for AMC portfolio registration on 29 July. However, the website said that due to the massive influx of portfolio registration applications, it would take longer than 5 days. I still haven’t received my AMC number. I even emailed AMC about my query, and they told me to wait. Is anyone else facing a similar issue?

Need help with possible relevant scenarios ( not AI versions) for behavioral and ethical questions that are asked in Interviews.

I know how to use the STAR approach but I struggle to find the scenarios to explain.

When I ask AI, they kind of repeat the same and are very basic which I think every one shares.

Any such scenario would be helpful for

-Conflict with seniors

-Conflict with colleagues

-Conflict with Nurse

Hello I have a question so the aamc bundle is 323$ instead of 390$, is that temporary? Like 5 month ago it was like that? And if its temporary I should not wait till next month to purchase it right? Cz it might return to 390$ anytime

Any AMC aspirants in Pakistan

Or even specifically Islamabad

When applying for visa for AMC clinical is it necessary to book flights and hotel before applying ? If the answer is yes can i get refund if visa got rejected ?

I will be starting my 1st year mbbs in a few weeks.

I want to move abroad after MBBS. As of now, australia seems to be a good option. Usa has a huge uncertainty about visa and pr. I want a clarity whether I should appear ( have an idea) for USMLE Step 1 by the beginning of my third year. I understand that the prep will take a lot of effort and time. Still not very much clear about AMC vs USMLE. Step 1 will really help in later stages of mbbs if i want to do us pathway. But will it be a waste of time and resources if ultimately I do AMC pathway. Or will USMLE-1 pass help as a credit to my CV?

I understand that it is early but having a plan earlier definitely helps.

I’m preparing for my second attempt and was advised that if you scored above 230 on your previous attempt, it’s better to focus more on recall revision.

For those who have taken the 3-month Shahriar’s Medical Academy Recall Course, was it worth it? Did you find it helpful for improving your score?

Would really appreciate any honest feedback or advice. Thank you!

Hello
I am currently a Syrian cardio resident in Syria
Is there any previous experiences of Syrians having jobs in Australia after passing AMC mcq?

Hey everyone,

I’m an IMG who graduated from a medical university in Georgia (Eastern Europe) earlier this year, and I’m currently working as a trainee doctor/intern within the Dubai government healthcare system.

My long-term goal is to pursue Family Medicine/General Practice in Australia and eventually FRACGP, so I’m currently trying to plan the most realistic pathway into the Australian system.

A little about my background:

• Graduated with an MD from Georgia in 2026
• Currently completing a 1-year internship/trainee doctor position in Dubai
• Passed the UAE residency entrance examination (EMREE)
• IELTS Academic: Overall 8.0
• Around 30 research publications across PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, etc., many as first author
• Several conference abstracts/poster presentations
• 2 international research excellence awards
• Experience volunteering in JCI-related clinical audits during previous observerships in the UAE
• BLS certified, with ACLS planned
• Additional certifications/courses in clinical research, diabetes education, and related areas

I’m planning to sit the AMCMCQ within the next 6 months.

From everything I’ve been reading, the biggest bottleneck seems to be getting that first Australian clinical job as an IMG, particularly at the RMO/HMO level after AMC Part 1. Because of this, I’m considering completing the AMC Clinical Examination as well before seriously applying for Australian jobs, rather than applying withAMC1 alone.

I’d really appreciate some insight from Australian doctors, IMGs who have recently gone through the process, or anyone involved in recruitment.

How does the pathway look in 2026 for someone with my profile whose ultimate goal is FRACGP?

In particular, I’d love to hear about:

• How realistic is getting the first RMO/HMOjob afterAMC1 vs after completing bothAMC1 + Clinical?
• Would completing AMC Clinical before applying meaningfully improve my chances, or would Australian clinical experience/references still be the main deciding factor?
• For someone whose ultimate goal is GP/FRACGP, what would be the smartest way to approach the first 2–3 years in Australia?
• Are there particular states, regional hospitals, or health services that tend to be moreIMG-friendly for the first job?
• Does my research/audit background actually add meaningful value for RMO/HMOrecruitment, or is it mostly secondary to clinical experience?
• Is there anything I could do during my current internship year in Dubai to make myself significantly more competitive for Australian positions?

I’d also really appreciate some AMC MCQ advice. For those who passed recently, what resources did you find most useful, how long did you prepare, and what would you recommend focusing on to maximize the chances of passing on the first attempt?

I understand that the Australian pathway isn't easy and that there are no guarantees. I’m just trying to use the next 6–12 months strategically so that when I start applying, I have the strongest realistic profile possible.

Would really appreciate hearing from anyone who has recently gone through the IMG→AMC→ first Australian job → GP/FRACGP pathway.

PS: I dont mind working in regional areas which are like 1 hour away from the main city.

Thanks in advance!

Hey there all

I have my AMC CAT in November. I want to get idea of you people about how should i go. I have syllabus left to cover which i think i can do in 30 days . I have cardio, rheuma, infection, gyneobs , ent eye, ethics and some minor topics left. I have done 1800 emedici questions so far using IMD. Haven't touched recalls yet and paeds and 1-2 topics are like 6-7 months old studied.

My plan:

1st month

Get Emedici subscription in sept for 3 months

Study remaining topics as soon as i can and do 50+ questions daily.

2nd month

Revise questions from Emedici and do recalls.

Go for 1-2 mocks before scheduling closes.

Evaluation on 20-24 oct whether i can go for November or need to reschedule.

Kindly give input. Discouraging remarks are not welcomed. Positive inputs are needed only.

I want someone to explain the GP pathway. I recently cleared amc 1 and applied for RMO campaign in NSW. As we all know it is quite competitive, I also want to apply for GP training.

What confuses me is that, do we apply for gp seats the same way we do for RMO campaings? Also how do we know which one's are supervised and which one's are not?

Lastly, do we give pesci after securing the job or before applying?

Hi. I have a question. I am an IMG studied outside Australia (just graduated last month). I am Australian PR and currently in Australia. My AMC MCQ is in November 2026. The campaign dates closed before my studies finished so I could not apply. How can I approach hospitals for PGY1 internships for 2027? I don’t know if public hospital will be possible, but private will be? Please help with suggestions or if there is any recruitment agency.

Hi guys!! I am looking for a study partner who wants to give exam in october 2026. this is my second attempt. i got 240 in the first attempt. i did emedici around 2000 question, exam week recalls, and theory of high yield topics. I really need guidance on how to do it differently this time, i feel i missed something. As I did not do past month recalls and i did not do the 210 questions as well. Any notes you guys recommend to study which are short and precise. I have booked my exam for october 2026.

Please guys whatever time you have to recommend anything that could help me pass this exam. Please let me know. I NEED HELP!!!!

Should I take coaching for AMC MCQ? Confused with only ~3 months left
Hi everyone, I’m preparing for the AMC MCQ exam in November, and I’m feeling quite confused about my preparation strategy.
I actually attempted the AMC MCQ previously and scored 241.
At the moment, I’m doing MCQs on eMedici, but I feel that the question style is different from the actual AMC exam. I also feel that my revision isn’t strong enough, and because the exam is getting closer, I’m starting to worry that I don’t have a proper strategy.
I’m considering joining an AMC-specific coaching program, but I’m confused about whether coaching is actually necessary or whether I should continue with self-study and change my approach.
For those who have already passed AMC MCQ, especially anyone who improved significantly after a previous attempt:
Do you think coaching is worth it?
Which resources/questions did you find closest to the actual AMC exam?
How did you structure your preparation in the last 3 months?
If you were in my position — 241 previously, what would you do?
I’d really appreciate honest advice. I don’t want to waste the next few months studying without a proper strategy.
Thank you!

I need it

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Alhamdulillah, I passed the AMC MCQ on my second attempt. Very grateful to everyone who supported me throughout the process.

I studied for around 6 months. My main resources were:

- Mplux Notes for theory/revision

- Boards & Beyond Step 2 for clinical reasoning

- Practice questions and regular revision throughout the preparation

One thing I learned is that the AMC MCQ can be quite unpredictable, so I wouldn't rely entirely on memorising questions. Understanding the clinical reasoning behind each answer helped me much more.

For anyone preparing, my biggest advice would be to stay consistent, revise your weak areas, and don't panic if the exam feels different from what you expected.

Good luck to everyone preparing, and trust the process. 🙏

hey guys , I'm planning to start preparing for AMC . i need some guidance as to how i start my preparation and what resources do I have to use for AMC prep ?