MOHAP UAE GP Exam 2026: Eligibility, Format & MCQs

MOHAP GP Exam Quick Summary

The MOHAP (UAE Ministry of Health & Prevention) General Practitioner exam is a written, computer-based MCQ test delivered via Prometric — MOHAP's own guidance confirms there is no oral/viva component at the GP level, unlike some specialist and dental tracks.

MOHAP UAE General Practitioner (GP) Exam

The Ministry of Health & Prevention (MOHAP) requires General Practitioners to pass this licensing exam before practicing across the Northern Emirates — Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah. The exam covers general medicine, primary care, and related clinical topics. Review the full eligibility and step-by-step application process on our MOHAP GP exam eligibility page.

Eligibility criteria for the MOHAP GP exam

Based on MOHAP's own published requirements for General Practitioners, candidates are generally expected to meet the following:

Primary medical degree: A recognized MBBS, MD, or equivalent medical degree from a WHO-recognized school listed on the Avicenna database or IMED/FAIMER.
Completed internship: One year of housejob/internship completed after graduation.
Post-internship clinical experience: At least 2 years of clinical experience after your internship/housejob. Experience in Internal Medicine, Obs & Gynae, Pediatrics, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, General Surgery, Cardiology, or Critical Care Medicine counts toward this requirement.
Continuous practice & Good Standing Certificate: No interruption in clinical practice for more than 2 years, plus a valid registration/practice license and Good Standing Certificate from your home country's licensing authority.
DataFlow Primary Source Verification: Mandatory for all applicants, verifying your educational degrees, internship certificate, professional license, and clinical experience documents.

MOHAP allows 3 exam attempts; a 4th attempt is permitted 1 year after your last attempt, with a certificate of clinical experience during that year — admission is cancelled after a 4th failure. See the full application workflow on our MOHAP GP exam eligibility page.

MOHAP GP exam syllabus

MOHAP does not publish a fixed subject-weightage breakdown for the GP exam. Based on the general scope of GP-level licensing exams across Gulf authorities, expect the exam to draw broadly from:

  • Internal Medicine (chronic diseases, cardiovascular conditions, endocrine disorders)
  • Basic Sciences, Pharmacology, and Medical Ethics
  • Pediatrics (developmental milestones, immunization, emergencies)
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology (prenatal care, complications, reproductive health)
  • General Surgery & Trauma (acute conditions, wound management, fracture care)
  • Emergency and Critical Care Medicine
  • Patient Safety and Professional Ethics

Most questions are presented as clinical scenario-based MCQs testing diagnosis, investigation, and management judgment rather than isolated fact recall.

MOHAP GP study material & questions
Official past papers aren't released publicly, but our Qbank compiles 5000+ exam-like MCQs with expanded explanations and a topic-wise breakup.

MOHAP GP exam format

Written MCQ only
No oral/viva exam at GP level
Prometric CBT
Delivered at Prometric centers worldwide
60-65%
General MOHAP passing range

MOHAP's own guidance explicitly confirms there is no oral/viva component at the GP level — "the Oral/Viva exam is only conducted for specialists or consultants related to surgery or dental level specialities." A specific MCQ count and exact duration are not separately published for MOHAP GP; the 60-65% figure reflects MOHAP's general passing-score range across health categories rather than a confirmed GP-specific number, so treat it as a benchmark. See our MOHAP exam paper pattern guide for more on the general format.

MOHAP GP application process

Based on MOHAP's own published workflow, the general steps are:

  1. Verify you meet the eligibility criteria above
  2. Create a UAE Pass account — a UAE-wide digital identity used to access government and healthcare licensing portals
  3. Create a MOHAP account via the licensing portal
  4. Initiate your DataFlow Primary Source Verification application
  5. Apply for MOH evaluation and upload your documents (registration fee AED 250-500)
  6. Receive your eligibility letter (valid for 6 months)
  7. Book your Prometric exam once DataFlow verification is complete
  8. Apply for your MOH license after passing

See the full, itemized MOHAP exam fee breakdown for current DataFlow (AED 935-1,235) and Prometric (US$210-300) costs — fees can change, so confirm the latest figures directly with MOHAP before applying.

Preparation tips for the MOHAP GP exam

Cover breadth, not just depth
As a general licensing exam, GP-level questions span internal medicine, pediatrics, Obs & Gynae, surgery, and emergency medicine — don't over-focus on one area.
Practice scenario-based MCQs
Expect clinical vignettes requiring diagnosis and management judgment, not simple fact recall.
Simulate exam-day pressure
Create full-length timed practice tests as your exam date approaches, to build pacing and endurance under real conditions.
Start your paperwork early
Since DataFlow verification and your eligibility letter (valid 6 months) take time, begin the application process well before your target exam date.

Sample Practice MCQs

Test your knowledge with these original clinical scenario-style questions. Tap a question to reveal the answer.

> Question 1: Internal Medicine
A 55-year-old man with type 2 diabetes and hypertension presents for a routine visit. His blood pressure is 148/92 mmHg on two separate readings. What is the most appropriate first-line antihypertensive class for this patient?

Answer: An ACE inhibitor or ARB, given the added renal-protective benefit in a patient with diabetes.

Explanation: In diabetic patients with hypertension, ACE inhibitors or ARBs are preferred first-line agents because they reduce intraglomerular pressure and slow the progression of diabetic nephropathy, in addition to lowering blood pressure.
> Question 2: Pediatrics
A mother brings her 9-month-old for a routine well-child visit. The infant is not yet able to sit without support. What is the most appropriate next step?

Answer: Further developmental evaluation, since most infants achieve independent sitting by 6-8 months, and this represents a delay.

Explanation: Independent sitting is typically achieved by 6-8 months of age. An infant unable to sit without support at 9 months falls outside the expected range and warrants further developmental assessment rather than routine reassurance.
> Question 3: Emergency Medicine
A 40-year-old man presents with sudden-onset severe chest pain radiating to the back, described as "tearing." Blood pressure differs by more than 20 mmHg between his two arms. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Answer: Aortic dissection.

Explanation: Sudden, severe, tearing chest or back pain with a significant blood pressure discrepancy between arms is a classic presentation of aortic dissection, a time-critical emergency requiring urgent imaging (CT angiography) and blood pressure control.

Frequently Asked Questions

> What does the MOHAP GP exam cover?

It covers general medicine and primary care topics spanning internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics & gynecology, general surgery, emergency medicine, and related clinical areas.

> Is there an oral or viva component for the MOHAP GP exam?

No. MOHAP's own guidance confirms the oral/viva exam is only conducted for specialists or consultants in surgical or dental specialties — GP candidates sit only the written Prometric MCQ exam.

> What is the passing score for the MOHAP GP exam?

A GP-specific passing score isn't separately published by MOHAP. The general MOHAP passing range across health categories is 60-65%, presented here as a benchmark rather than a confirmed GP-specific figure.

> How many attempts are allowed for the MOHAP GP exam?

MOHAP allows 3 exam attempts. A 4th attempt is permitted 1 year after your last attempt, with a certificate documenting clinical experience during that year, and admission is cancelled after a 4th failure.

> Are official MOHAP GP past papers available?

No — MOHAP does not release official past papers publicly. Recall-based question banks compiled from actual test takers' feedback are the closest available preparation resource.

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