FCPS Postgraduate Exam Preparation
Fellowship of the College of Physicians and Surgeons (Bangladesh College of Physicians & Surgeons — BCPS).
About FCPS
FCPS is the premier postgraduate medical qualification in Bangladesh, awarded by BCPS in medicine, surgery, and their subspecialties. Part I (MCQ + written) and Part II (clinical + viva) demand strong clinical reasoning.
Subjects covered (clinical level)
- Medicine & allied specialties (Cardiology, Nephrology, Endocrinology, etc.)
- Surgery & allied specialties (General surgery, Ortho, ENT, Ophthalmology)
- Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Psychiatry, Radiology, Pathology, and other disciplines
Pattern (typical)
- Part I: MCQ (single best answer) + short-answer questions, subject-specific
- Part II: Clinical examination, long/short cases, and viva voce
- Pass mark and structure vary by discipline; check BCPS notices
Always confirm the latest syllabus and format from the official BCPS website / notice board.
FCPS practice
- FCPS Full Practice Test 1 (Clinical) — 20 MCQs, 35 min Paid
- Mini: Medicine — 5 Qs, 7 min Free
- Mini: Surgery — 5 Qs, 7 min Paid
Preparation tips
- Focus on clinical problem-solving, not just recall — read the full stem.
- Master common presentations and first-line investigations/treatments.
- Use answer explanations to build a reasoning framework.
- Retry tests; shuffled options prevent position memorization.