Indian Doctors to Australia
Complete guide for MBBS and MD graduates to practice medicine in Australia through the AMC pathway
Overview for Indian Medical Graduates
India is the largest source country for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) seeking to practice in Australia. Whether you hold an MBBS from a Medical Council of India (MCI) recognized institution or have completed your MD/MS, the pathway to Australian medical registration follows a standardized process through the Australian Medical Council (AMC).
The good news is that Indian medical education provides a strong foundation for the AMC examinations. With proper preparation and understanding of Australian healthcare context, many Indian doctors successfully complete the pathway and establish rewarding careers in Australia.
Eligibility Requirements
Your Indian qualifications must include:
- MBBS Degree
From an institution recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC), formerly MCI
- Internship Completion
12 months of supervised clinical practice (CRRI/Internship)
- English Language Proficiency
IELTS Academic (7.0 in each band), OET (B in each component), or PTE Academic (65 in each section)
- NMC/State Medical Council Registration
Current or past registration with medical council in India
AMC Pathway Steps
Primary Source Verification
2-4 monthsECFMG (EPIC) verifies your medical credentials directly with your Indian medical school. This process typically takes 2-4 months.
AMC MCQ Examination
Study: 3-6 monthsComputer Adaptive Test (CAT) with 150 questions testing clinical knowledge across all major medical disciplines.
AMC Clinical Examination (OSCE)
Prep: 3-6 months16-station clinical assessment testing practical skills, communication, and clinical reasoning in Australian healthcare context.
AHPRA Registration
4-8 weeksApply for medical registration through AHPRA. Options include provisional, limited, or general registration depending on your pathway.
Document Checklist
Educational Documents
- MBBS Degree Certificate
- Mark sheets (all years)
- Internship Completion Certificate
- NMC/State Council Registration
- Character Certificate from medical school
Other Requirements
- Valid Passport
- English test results (IELTS/OET/PTE)
- Passport-size photographs
- Police clearance certificate
- CV/Resume
Visa Options for Indian Doctors
Subclass 482 (TSS)
Temporary Skill Shortage visa for sponsored medical positions. Requires employer sponsorship.
Most common pathwaySubclass 189/190
Skilled Independent/Nominated visa. Points-based system for permanent residency.
Permanent residency optionSubclass 491
Skilled Work Regional visa for working in regional Australia. Pathway to PR after 3 years.
Regional opportunitiesSubclass 500
Student visa if you wish to study further in Australia while preparing for AMC.
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