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Interactive guide · 2026

How to Register for an OMSB Exam on Pearson VUE

Book any Omani occupational classification exam or the OMRSE in 11 clear steps — with the policies, fees, ID rules and test-day checklist you need. Tick each step as you go; your progress is saved on this device.

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Before you start

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Step by step

Book your exam in 11 steps

Based on the official OMSB “Occupational Classification Examinations – Registration User Guide”.

Step 1 / 11

Open the OMSB page on Pearson VUE

What to do

  1. Go to the Pearson VUE OMSB page (pearsonvue.com/omsb).
  2. First-time users click “Create account”. Returning users click “Sign in”.

Good to know

  • Omani nationals must present one valid hard copy of a government-issued photo ID (civil ID, driving licence or passport). Non-Omani nationals must present a valid passport.
  • The same page has “Find a test center”, “Forgot my username” and “Forgot my password” links.
Step 2 / 11

Create a web account (or sign in)

What to do

  1. New users click “Create a web account” under “New users, please sign up”.
  2. Returning users sign in with username and password and jump to step 5.

Good to know

  • Do not use the browser back button while booking.
  • Required fields are marked with an asterisk (*).
Step 3 / 11

Accept the Pearson VUE privacy policy

What to do

  1. Read the privacy policy.
  2. Tick Data Collection, Data Processing and Data Transfer.
  3. Click “Agree”.

Good to know

  • Pearson VUE processes your data on behalf of OMSB (the test sponsor) and shares your results with OMSB.
  • Your whole testing session is monitored by CCTV.
Step 4 / 11

Enter your personal information

What to do

  1. Enter title, first/given name, middle names, last/family name and suffix in the Roman alphabet.
  2. Complete the remaining account details and continue.

Good to know

  • Your legal name must match your ID exactly — if it does not, you cannot test and fees are not refunded.
Step 5 / 11

Choose your exam from the catalogue

What to do

  1. From the Dashboard choose “Schedule an exam”.
  2. Select your exam title from the exam catalogue (for example Omani Examination for Nurses).

Good to know

  • Your dashboard also shows upcoming appointments, exam history, score reports and receipts.
Step 6 / 11

Answer the additional question

What to do

  1. Answer “Have you previously sat for this exam?” (Yes / No).
  2. Click “Next”.

Good to know

  • Contact Pearson VUE customer service for any information you cannot update online.
Step 7 / 11

Accept the OMSB policies

What to do

  1. Read the OMSB admission, reschedule and cancellation policies.
  2. Click “Agree”.

Good to know

  • Arrive 30 minutes early; more than 15 minutes late can mean refused admission and a lost fee.
  • Reschedule or cancel at least 48 hours before your appointment.
Step 8 / 11

Find a test centre

What to do

  1. Search for a test centre near you.
  2. Tick your preferred centre (compare up to three).
  3. Click “Next”.

Good to know

  • In Oman the exam is held at the OMSB National Test Center, Innovation Park Muscat (Seeb). Outside Oman, choose any Pearson VUE centre.
  • Distances are straight-line, not driving distance.
Step 9 / 11

Pick a date and time

What to do

  1. Choose an available date in the calendar.
  2. Choose a start time (12- or 24-hour view; “Explore more times” shows more).
  3. Click “Book this appointment”.

Good to know

  • If nothing is available, try another centre or use the “Why can’t I find an available appointment?” help link.
Step 10 / 11

Confirm your contact details

What to do

  1. Check name, date of birth, telephone and correspondence language.
  2. Click “Proceed to Checkout”.

Good to know

  • The cart shows exam, appointment, location, language and exam length, plus the total due in USD.
Step 11 / 11

Pay and receive confirmation

What to do

  1. Enter card type and card number (no spaces or hyphens) and billing details.
  2. Complete payment and finish the remaining steps.
  3. Look for the booking confirmation email (within 48 hours).

Good to know

  • Mastercard and VISA are accepted.
  • Online payment is not available in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Lebanon, Nigeria, Pakistan and Tanzania — candidates testing there should follow the instructions on the Pearson VUE OMSB page.
OMSB policies

Rules that can cost you your fee

These policies appear in step 7. Read them before you book.

30 minArrive early

Arrive 30 minutes before your appointment. More than 15 minutes late and you may be refused, losing the fee.

IDOne original ID

Original, unexpired, government-issued ID with name, photo and signature. Names must match your booking exactly.

48 hReschedule

Reschedule at least 48 hours before the appointment online or via customer service.

48 hCancel

Cancel at least 48 hours before. Late cancellation or no-show forfeits the fee.

0Personal items

No bags, notes, phones, watches or wallets in the testing room.

CCTVMonitored session

Your entire testing session is recorded.

Exam codes & fees

Find your exam code and OMSB fee

CodeExaminationQuestionsDurationPass markOMSB fee
OEGP Omani Examination for General Practitioners 150 2 h 45 min 60% USD 220 Practise
OMRSE Oman Medical Residency Selection Examination 150 2 h 45 min 60% USD 130 Practise
OEA Omani Examination for Anesthesia 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OED Omani Examination for Dermatology 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEDR Omani Examination for Diagnostic Radiology 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEEM Omani Examination for Emergency Medicine 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEENT Omani Examination for ENT 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEFM Omani Examination for Family Medicine 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEGS Omani Examination for General Surgery 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEIM Omani Examination for Internal Medicine 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEOG Omani Examination for Obstetrics and Gynecology 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEOPTH Omani Examination for Ophthalmology 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEORTHO Omani Examination for Orthopedics 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEPEDS Omani Examination for Pediatrics 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEPSY Omani Examination for Psychiatry 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEGD Omani Examination for General Dentistry 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEORDNT Omani Examination for Orthodontists 100 2 h 30 min 65% USD 220 Practise
OEN Omani Examination for Nurses - BSN 100 2 h 30 min 60% USD 200 Practise
OEN-Diploma Omani Examination for Nursing Diploma 100 2 h 30 min 50% USD 200 Practise
OEP Omani Examination for Pharmacists 100 2 h 30 min 60% USD 200 Practise
OEAP Omani Examination for Assistant Pharmacists 100 2 h 30 min 55% USD 200 Practise
OEMLS Omani Examination for Medical Laboratory Scientists 100 2 h 30 min 55% USD 200 Practise
OEPH Omani Examination for Physiotherapists 100 2 h 30 min 55% USD 200 Practise
OEDIET Omani Examination for Dietitians 100 2 h 30 min 55% USD 200 Practise

Fees, formats and pass marks are from the official OMSB examination booklets (2025–2026). The fee is paid to Pearson VUE when you book, and is separate from our question bank subscription.

Test day

What happens on exam day

  1. −30 minArrive and check in with your ID
  2. Check-inPhoto, signature and locker for personal items
  3. ExamComputer-based MCQs (most exams: 100 questions in 2 h 30 min; OEGP and OMRSE: 150 in 2 h 45 min)
  4. +24 hResult emailed to your registered address

Need help?

  • Pearson VUE – Oman (toll-free)+968 800 73878
  • Pearson VUE – UK+44 161 855 7397
  • Pearson VUE email[email protected]
  • OMSB occupational classification exams+968 2418 1137 · [email protected]

We are an independent exam-preparation website and cannot book or change appointments for you.

Questions

Registration FAQs

How do I register for an OMSB exam?

Create a Pearson VUE web account on the OMSB page, accept the privacy policy, enter your details, choose your exam, accept the OMSB policies, pick a test centre, date and time, confirm your details and pay by card. A confirmation email follows within 48 hours.

How much does an OMSB exam cost?

According to the current OMSB booklets, specialist and general practitioner exams cost USD 220; nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, dietetics and laboratory exams cost USD 200; and the OMRSE costs USD 130.

Can I reschedule or cancel my OMSB exam?

Yes, through your Pearson VUE account or customer service, at least 48 hours before your appointment. Later changes or not showing up mean the exam fee is forfeited.

What ID do I need on exam day?

One original, valid, government-issued ID with your name, photograph and signature. Omani nationals can use a civil ID, driving licence or passport; non-Omani nationals must bring a passport. The name must match your registration exactly.

When do I get my OMSB exam result?

OMSB emails results to your registered email within 24 hours of completing the exam.

Where can I take the OMSB exam?

In Oman at the OMSB National Test Center (Innovation Park Muscat). Outside Oman at Pearson VUE test centres worldwide.

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