NHRA Exam for Radiographers
Everything radiographers need to pass the National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA) licensing exam in Bahrain — format, fees, passing score, syllabus focus and the fastest way to prepare.
The NHRA 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.
Single national regulator for private and public healthcare in Bahrain — one portal, one exam route. Read the full NHRA licensing guide for the complete document checklist and fee breakdown.
What the NHRA exam tests for radiographers
Eligibility for radiographers (NHRA)
- 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.
NHRA licensing process, step by step
- 1
NHRA e-services registration
Create your professional file on the NHRA e-services portal (usually via employer).
- 2
Dataflow verification
Full Dataflow report submitted to NHRA for approval.
- 3
Prometric assessment
Sit the NHRA Prometric assessment; instant on-screen result.
- 4
Licence issuance
NHRA practice licence issued once employer finalises the sponsorship.
NHRA Exam FAQs for Radiographers
What is the passing score for the NHRA exam for radiographers?›
The NHRA (National Health Regulatory Authority) exam pass mark is 60%. The result appears on-screen immediately after you finish the computer-based exam.
How much does the NHRA radiographer exam cost?›
The NHRA exam fee is $180 – $260. Budget separately for Dataflow verification and licence issuance — the full NHRA licensing journey typically runs higher once every step is included.
What is the format of the NHRA 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 NHRA radiographer exam in my home country?›
Yes. Once NHRA 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 NHRA licensing take for radiographers?›
On average 8-14 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 NHRA 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 NHRA exam?
Practice with chapter-wise NHRA-style MCQs for radiographers — detailed explanations after every question, unlimited retries, and progress tracking until you're consistently above the pass mark.