OMSB Exam for Midwives
Everything midwives need to pass the Oman Medical Specialty Board (OMSB) licensing exam in Oman — format, fees, passing score, syllabus focus and the fastest way to prepare.
The OMSB pathway for midwives
Midwifery is licensed as its own cadre across the Gulf, with a Prometric exam focused on antenatal, intrapartum, postnatal and newborn care. Maternity volumes in GCC hospitals are high, and licensed midwives remain in consistent demand.
Candidates with combined nursing + midwifery qualifications should apply under the title that matches their target job — the exam blueprint differs between the two cadres.
OMSB certifies physicians in Oman; MOH Oman handles allied health, nursing and pharmacy licences. Read the full OMSB licensing guide for the complete document checklist and fee breakdown.
What the OMSB exam tests for midwives
Eligibility for midwives (OMSB)
- BSc Midwifery, Nurse-Midwife qualification or recognised midwifery diploma
- Current home-council registration as a midwife
- Typically 2 years post-registration experience in maternity settings
- Good Standing Certificate
Requirements vary by title tier — run the free eligibility check to see exactly where you stand before spending on Dataflow.
OMSB licensing process, step by step
- 1
OMSB / MOH portal file
Sponsoring employer opens the licence file on OMSB (physicians) or MOH Oman (allied/nursing).
- 2
Dataflow verification
Standard Dataflow PSV report submitted.
- 3
Prometric exam
Sit the OMSB Prometric assessment for your specialty and tier.
- 4
Registration & practice permit
Certificate issued after passing; MOH Oman then activates the practice licence.
OMSB Exam FAQs for Midwives
What is the passing score for the OMSB exam for midwives?›
The OMSB (Oman Medical Specialty Board) exam pass mark is 60%. The result appears on-screen immediately after you finish the computer-based exam.
How much does the OMSB midwife exam cost?›
The OMSB exam fee is $200 – $280. Budget separately for Dataflow verification and licence issuance — the full OMSB licensing journey typically runs higher once every step is included.
What is the format of the OMSB exam for midwives?›
100 – 150 MCQs, completed in 2 – 3 hours. The paper for midwives focuses on antenatal assessment and high-risk pregnancy identification and related clinical areas.
Can I take the OMSB midwife exam in my home country?›
Yes. Once OMSB 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 OMSB licensing take for midwives?›
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 midwives study for the OMSB exam?›
High-yield areas include: antenatal assessment and high-risk pregnancy identification; normal labour, partograph use and delivery management; obstetric emergencies — pph, eclampsia, shoulder dystocia; newborn resuscitation and essential newborn care. Chapter-wise MCQ practice with explanations is the fastest way to find and close your weak areas.
Ready to pass the OMSB exam?
Practice with chapter-wise OMSB-style MCQs for midwives — detailed explanations after every question, unlimited retries, and progress tracking until you're consistently above the pass mark.