Fake FMGE Certificates Uncovered in Rajasthan: 2 Arrested, 73 Candidates Under Investigation

Jaipur: Following recent exposés of counterfeit ghee and milk factories in Rajasthan, authorities have now uncovered a major medical fraud involving fake FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination) certificates. The Special Operation Group (SOG) has arrested two key accused, while 73 candidates connected to the racket are under investigation.

How the Racket Operated
The accused allegedly obtained fake FMGE certificates without passing the screening exam, enabling them to apply for internships with the Rajasthan Medical Council (RMC) and practice medicine illegally. The main accused, Bhanaram Mali, had been evading arrest across five countries before being apprehended at Delhi Airport on 2 February. Another accused, Indraraj Singh Gurjar, along with Bhanaram, was also arrested by the SOG.

Earlier, three doctors—Piyush Kumar Trivedi, Devendra Singh Gurjar, and Shubham Gurjar—were arrested in connection with the case. After their arrest, Bhanaram Mali went into hiding, prompting the registration of a fresh case on 4 February.

73 Candidates Under Scrutiny
Investigations revealed that Bhanaram Mali, who himself holds an MBBS degree from abroad, sold fake FMGE certificates to candidates in exchange for money. Using these certificates, candidates applied for internships at RMC. Preliminary findings indicate that 73 candidates who had obtained MBBS degrees abroad had not cleared the FMGE exam but secured fake certificates to pursue internships. The SOG is now conducting a detailed probe into the role of each candidate.

Indraraj Singh Gurjar’s Role Exposed
The investigation further revealed that Indraraj Singh Gurjar, who earned an MBBS degree from Kazakhstan, acquired a fake FMGE certificate dated December 2022 from Bhanaram Mali. Using this, he completed his internship at Rajiv Gandhi Medical College, Alwar, and obtained provisional registration. He is also alleged to have helped other candidates obtain fake certificates through the same network.

Official Statement
ADG SOG Vishal Bansal said, “The investigation is ongoing to ascertain the extent of involvement of all candidates who obtained internships and registrations using fake FMGE certificates. This case highlights the urgent need for stricter verification processes to prevent fraudulent medical practice.”