Description
About the Oman Medical Residency Selection Examination (OMRSE)
The Oman Medical Residency Selection Examination is a prerequisite for entry into postgraduate residency programs at OMSB. This local examination is conducted for graduates of either private or governmental medical colleges in Oman and for those who graduated from abroad. This examination is focused on assessing applicants' critical thinking and decision-making to accurately diagnose and manage medical conditions with proper skills.
Our OMRSE question bank follows the official OMSB test blueprint for this examination, so every topic you practise matches the weighting you will meet on exam day at the Pearson VUE test centre.
Purpose of the OMRSE
- To be the selection examination for the OMSB residency programs' admission.
Eligibility
- Bachelor's degree in Medicine from recognized local or international medical colleges.
How to register for the OMRSE
- Registration dates: July 1 to August 25, 2026
- Exam delivery dates: September 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, and 16, 2026
- Go to OMSB website: www.omsb.gov.om
- Click on "Professional Competence Affairs"
- Select Occupational Classification Testing Section
- Click on "Online Services"
- Visit Pearson VUE website to schedule, reschedule or cancel your exam (https://home.pearsonvue.com/omsb)
- Payment of examination fee: USD 130
See our step-by-step OMSB Pearson VUE registration guide for screenshots-level detail of every booking step.
Venue of examination
For those residing in Oman, the venue will be at Oman Medical Specialty Board National Test Center. For those residing outside Oman, the examination will be conducted in Pearson VUE centers worldwide.
Release of results
The results of the examination will be emailed to the candidates via their registered email within 24 hours after completion of the examination.
Passing score
60%
Suggested references & textbooks
- Chantal Simon, Hazel Everitt, Francoise van Dorp, Nazia Hussain, Emma Nash & Danielle Peet (2020), Oxford Handbook of General Practice (5th edition). Oxford University.
- Jeanette South, Sam Matheny & Evelyn Lewis (2020). Current Diagnosis & Treatment in Family Medicine (5th Edition). McGraw-Hill Education.
- Adam Staten & Paul Staten (2019), Practical General Practice (7th edition) Elsevier.
- Google drive link of MOH manuals: https://drive.google.com/drive/mobile/folders/1FYdF3iXm08Rh3USFj0iYJvN1_DfQBHd-
- Porter, R. S., & Kaplan, J. L. (Eds.). (2011). The Merck manual of diagnosis and therapy (19th ed.). Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp
- Murtagh, J. (2011). John Murtagh's General Practice (5th ed.). North Ryde, N.S.W: McGraw-Hill Education.
- British National Formulary at https://www.bnf.org/
- Oxford Handbook of General Practice (2014), 4th ed.
What’s included in your subscription
- Blueprint-weighted MCQs with detailed explanations
- Topic-wise practice and performance tracking
- Access on mobile, tablet and desktop
- Instant access after payment
Source: OMSB OMRSE examination booklet (May 2026). This is an independent preparation resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Oman Medical Specialty Board (OMSB), the Ministry of Health or Pearson VUE. Always confirm current details with OMSB.