Fake FMGE Racket Busted: SOG Arrests Fake Foreign Made Doctors, 73 more Under Probe for duping RMC

Massive Fraud in Medical Licensing Exposed

In a shocking crackdown that has raised serious concerns about the integrity of India’s medical licensing system, the Rajasthan Police Special Operations Group (SOG) has arrested two medical graduates with foreign degrees for allegedly using forged FMGE certificates to obtain internships and registration. According to a report by The Times of India, the investigation has revealed a wider racket involving fake FMGE documents being submitted to the Rajasthan Medical Council (RMC) to gain entry into the healthcare system through fraudulent means. Authorities have confirmed that this is not an isolated incident and that at least seventy three more candidates are currently under investigation for allegedly submitting forged certificates to the RMC.

The Emergence of “Fake Foreign Made Doctors”

Investigators say the accused bypassed the mandatory Foreign Medical Graduate Examination screening by using forged documents, allowing them to secure internship placements and move toward medical registration. Such individuals are increasingly being described as “Fake Foreign Made Doctors” because they allegedly entered the healthcare system without clearing the legally required licensing examination. The main accused, Bhana Ram Mali, who reportedly obtained his medical degree from Kazakhstan, is believed to be a key figure in arranging forged FMGE certificates not only for himself but also for other candidates for monetary gain. Another accused, Indraraj Singh Gurjar, is also alleged to have used a fake FMGE certificate to complete internship training and move toward provisional registration through the RMC.

How the Racket Was Uncovered by SOG

The case first surfaced in December 2025 when the Rajasthan Police Special Operations Group (SOG) detected a network producing forged FMGE certificates. During the initial crackdown, several individuals were arrested for allegedly using fake certificates to secure internships in government hospitals. As the investigation expanded, SOG officials discovered that the racket had been operating on a larger scale, with fraudulent FMGE documents being used to obtain approvals and placements through the Rajasthan Medical Council. Authorities now suspect the involvement of an organized network supplying forged certificates to multiple candidates seeking to bypass the licensing system.

A Direct Threat to Patient Safety and Healthcare Credibility

The FMGE examination is a mandatory screening test for Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India who obtain medical degrees abroad and wish to practice in India. Clearing this exam is essential for obtaining provisional or permanent registration from bodies such as the Rajasthan Medical Council and the National Medical Commission. The entry of Fake Foreign Made Doctors into hospitals without clearing this examination poses a direct threat to patient safety and clinical standards. It raises serious concerns about the quality of care being delivered and undermines trust in regulatory institutions responsible for verifying the competence of medical practitioners.

Risk of Systemic Damage to Healthcare Infrastructure

If such fraudulent practices continue unchecked, the consequences could be severe for India’s already strained healthcare infrastructure. The presence of unqualified practitioners within hospitals can lead to medical errors, negligence and declining treatment standards. Repeated exposure of such cases can also erode public trust in government hospitals and medical regulatory bodies like the RMC. In the long term, infiltration of Fake Foreign Made Doctors into the system can destabilize healthcare delivery, damage institutional credibility and weaken the overall framework that ensures safe and ethical medical practice.

Urgent Need for Strict Government Action

This case must serve as a strong warning for authorities to tighten verification mechanisms and enforce strict accountability. There is an urgent need for stronger coordination between the Special Operations Group, Rajasthan Medical Council and the National Medical Commission to establish real time digital verification of FMGE certificates and foreign medical credentials. The government must ensure swift criminal prosecution of those involved in certificate forgery and impose strict penalties, including permanent cancellation of registration. Only decisive and transparent action can prevent further infiltration of Fake Foreign Made Doctors and protect the credibility of India’s healthcare system.

Conclusion

The fake FMGE certificate racket exposed by the SOG has revealed serious loopholes in the current verification process followed by medical councils. With seventy three more candidates under investigation by authorities and scrutiny on registrations processed through the Rajasthan Medical Council, the scale of the issue appears far larger than initially believed. Protecting patients and preserving trust in the medical profession must remain a priority, and strict action against fraudulent practitioners is essential to safeguard the future of healthcare in India.

Credits: Times of India (TOI)