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Saudi Arabia for Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
O&G specialists qualify through the SCFHS Specialist Prometric Examination — a 150-MCQ test covering antenatal, intrapartum, postpartum, and gynecologic care. The Saudi Board residency spans 5 years, culminating in a final applied assessment combining OSCE and Structured Oral Examination (SOE) stations testing obstetrical emergencies and gynecologic surgical management.
Pathway Snapshot
The specialist route is a single Prometric exam. The Saudi Board track lasts 5 years and ends with a combined OSCE and SOE final applied exam.
Complete Journey (Specialist Route): Medical Graduation → DataFlow Verification → Mumaris Plus → SCFHS O&G Specialist Exam → Specialist Classification → Practice in Saudi Arabia.
Complete Journey (Saudi Board): Medical Graduation → Saudi Board Residency (5 years) → Part 1 Exam → Final Written → Final Applied (OSCE + SOE) → SCFHS Certification → Independent Specialist Practice and future eligibility for Consultant classification according to SCFHS regulations.
Route A — Specialist Prometric Exam: 150 MCQs, 3 hours. 3 regular attempts. Committee review required for a 4th attempt with proof of remedial training.
Route B — Saudi Board (5 years): Part 1 (PGY-1/2, 150 MCQs), final written, and final applied combining OSCE and SOE stations. The subject weighting is approximately: Obstetrics 32.5%, Gynecology 30%, Office Practice/Women's Health 30%, and Cross-content/Ethics 7.5% — confirm current weighting with the latest Saudi Board blueprint. Stations are typically 10 minutes each with 1–2 examiners.
Purpose: Assesses knowledge across antenatal care, intrapartum management, postpartum care, and gynecology.
Format: 150 MCQs, single best answer.
Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).
Passing Standard: Passing is determined using SCFHS standard-setting procedures; scores commonly fall around 60–65%.
What we offer
Full O&G specialist exam question bank, flashcards, mock exams, and AI study companion, covering all SCFHS O&G topics.
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Saudi Board Part 1 and Final Written question banks, plus OSCE station walkthroughs and SOE case scenarios for the final applied examination.
Start Saudi Board Prep →Specialist classification permits practice as a recognized O&G Specialist in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Board certification qualifies candidates for Consultant-track positions according to SCFHS regulations.
Fees vary by applicant category and are revised periodically by SCFHS.
| Item | Approx. Fee |
|---|---|
DataFlow PSV | Starting from $200 USD (~750 SAR) |
Mumaris Plus classification + admin | 1,100 SAR + 200 SAR |
Prometric exam fee | $239–280 USD (~1,000 SAR) |
| Component | Approx. Fee (SAR) |
|---|---|
Saudi Board Part 1 Exam | ~2,000 – 2,500 |
Saudi Board Final Written Exam | ~2,500 – 3,000 |
Saudi Board Final Clinical Exam | ~3,000 – 3,500 |
Annual Trainee Administrative Fee | ~6,000 – 10,000 per year |
Note on Fees: All fees are set by the SCFHS, DataFlow, and Prometric and are subject to periodic revision. Figures shown are approximate 2026 rates. Always verify on the official portals before payment.