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    Prometric Exam for Nurses 2026: Complete GCC Guide

    Qatar QCHP, Oman OMSB and Kuwait MOH — syllabus, mock tests and a 1-month preparation plan

    Written and reviewed by the Phoenix RN Editorial Team — GCC nursing educators with 10+ years of experience coaching nurses for NHRA, DHA, DOH, MOH, SNLE, QCHP, OMSB and Kuwait MOH exams. Last reviewed: October 2026.

    Exam Overview

    Format

    Computer-Based Test (CBT)

    Duration

    Varies by exam

    Questions

    Varies by exam

    Passing Score

    Varies by exam

    Testing vendor

    Prometric / Pearson VUE

    Prometric Exam for Nurses — Every GCC Exam Compared

    "Prometric exam" is the name nurses use for the computer-based licensing test each Gulf regulator requires. Each country runs its own exam with its own pass mark and fees — pick your country below for the full guide.

    ExamQuestionsDurationPass markFees
    NHRA (Bahrain)Confirmed by NHRA at booking150 minutes60%Confirmed by NHRA at booking
    DHA (Dubai)150 MCQs180 minutes50%USD 240 examination fee (published by DHA)
    SNLE / SCFHS (Saudi Arabia)200 MCQs240 minutes — Two testing blocks of 120 minutes each, plus a 30-minute break between blocks.500 scaled (200–800)Confirmed by SCFHS at booking
    DOH / HAAD (Abu Dhabi)Shared in your TAMM eligibility noticeShared in your TAMM eligibility noticeShared in your TAMM eligibility noticeShared in your TAMM eligibility notice
    MOHAP (UAE)Stated in your MOHAP eligibility letterStated in your MOHAP eligibility letterStated in your MOHAP eligibility letterAED 250 licensing application fee plus AED 300 Prometric examination assignment fee (MOHAP published fee schedule)
    QCHP / DHP (Qatar)150 MCQs180 minutes50%Confirmed by QCHP at booking
    Kuwait MOH / KMLE150 MCQs170 minutes60%Confirmed by MOH Kuwait at booking
    OMSB (Oman)100 MCQs150 minutesConfirmed by OMSB at bookingUSD 200 (OMSB OEN booklet)

    Always confirm current fees and rules on the regulator's official website before applying.

    Step-by-Step Preparation Guide

    Follow these proven steps to maximize your chances of passing the GCC Prometric exam.

    1

    Choose Your Destination

    Decide which GCC country you want to work in: Qatar, Oman, or Kuwait.

    2

    Complete Documentation

    Submit required documents including Dataflow verification if needed.

    3

    Study Core Nursing

    Review fundamental nursing concepts common to all Prometric exams.

    4

    Country-Specific Prep

    Study any country-specific healthcare regulations and protocols.

    5

    Practice Extensively

    Use Prometric-style question banks and take multiple mock tests.

    6

    Schedule and Appear

    Book your exam at a convenient Prometric center and stay confident.

    Study Tips

    • Prometric exams share similar content across GCC countries
    • Focus on medical-surgical nursing fundamentals
    • Master pharmacology and drug calculations
    • Study patient safety and infection control
    • Practice priority and delegation questions
    • Review maternal-child and psychiatric nursing

    Common Mistakes to Avoid

    • Not researching country-specific requirements
    • Underestimating exam preparation time
    • Using generic study materials
    • Not practicing with timed mock tests
    • Poor exam-day time management
    • Not reviewing wrong answers

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