DOH Exam for Radiographers
Everything radiographers need to pass the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DOH) licensing exam in United Arab Emirates — format, fees, passing score, syllabus focus and the fastest way to prepare.
The DOH pathway for radiographers
Radiographers and imaging technologists sit an allied-health Prometric exam spanning radiographic technique, cross-sectional anatomy, radiation physics and safety. Modality specialisations (CT, MRI, mammography, cath lab) strengthen both classification and job offers.
Radiation safety and dose optimisation are disproportionately weighted on every GCC paper — regulators treat them as licence-critical knowledge.
Regulates all healthcare professionals in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi via the Tamm and Riayati platforms. Read the full DOH licensing guide for the complete document checklist and fee breakdown.
What the DOH exam tests for radiographers
Eligibility for radiographers (DOH)
- BSc Radiography / Medical Imaging or recognised diploma
- Typically 2 years post-qualification experience
- Home-country registration where applicable
- Good Standing Certificate
Requirements vary by title tier — run the free eligibility check to see exactly where you stand before spending on Dataflow.
DOH licensing process, step by step
- 1
Tamm / Riayati registration
Open a professional file on Tamm (individuals) or via a sponsoring facility on Riayati.
- 2
Dataflow PSV
DOH-specific Dataflow report validates every document with the issuing body.
- 3
Eligibility & Prometric
DOH reviews the file, issues an Eligibility Letter, and schedules the Prometric assessment.
- 4
Assessment (exam or interview)
Prometric MCQ for most cadres; consultants may face an in-person interview panel.
- 5
Facility linking
License is activated once a DOH-registered facility submits your practice permit request.
DOH Exam FAQs for Radiographers
What is the passing score for the DOH exam for radiographers?›
The DOH (Department of Health – Abu Dhabi) exam pass mark is 60% (title-dependent). The result appears on-screen immediately after you finish the computer-based exam.
How much does the DOH radiographer exam cost?›
The DOH exam fee is $180 – $280. Budget separately for Dataflow verification and licence issuance — the full DOH licensing journey typically runs higher once every step is included.
What is the format of the DOH exam for radiographers?›
100 – 150 MCQs, completed in 2 – 3 hours. The paper for radiographers focuses on radiographic positioning and technique and related clinical areas.
Can I take the DOH radiographer exam in my home country?›
Yes. Once DOH issues your eligibility, you can book any authorised Prometric centre worldwide — most candidates sit the exam in their home country before travelling.
How long does DOH licensing take for radiographers?›
On average 10-18 weeks end-to-end, including Dataflow verification (the longest single step), eligibility review, the exam itself and licence issuance.
What should radiographers study for the DOH exam?›
High-yield areas include: radiographic positioning and technique; radiation physics, dosimetry and protection (heavily weighted); cross-sectional anatomy for ct/mri; contrast media — reactions and management. Chapter-wise MCQ practice with explanations is the fastest way to find and close your weak areas.
Ready to pass the DOH exam?
Practice with chapter-wise DOH-style MCQs for radiographers — detailed explanations after every question, unlimited retries, and progress tracking until you're consistently above the pass mark.