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Mar 18, 2026

2-3 মাস আগে (February): Rank List Creation

NRMP Rank List:

Deadline: Mid-late February (প্রতি বছর specific date)

Rank List কী?

  • আপনার preference order-এ programs list করা
  • Programs ও candidates rank করে
  • Algorithm match করে

Ranking Strategy:

Rule #1: Rank by PREFERENCE, not perceived “safety”

  • Algorithm আপনার best interest-এ কাজ করে
  • “Gaming the system” কাজ করে না

কীভাবে rank করবেন:

  1. Most preferred first (dream program)
  2. Then by decreasing preference
  3. Include ALL programs যেখানে interview দিয়েছেন
  4. No “safety” concern – সব programs rank করুন

Factors to Consider:

Program Quality:

  • Training quality
  • Board pass rates
  • Fellowship placement
  • Faculty reputation

Location:

  • City preference
  • Family considerations
  • Cost of living
  • Weather (seriously matters!)

Culture Fit:

  • Resident happiness
  • Work environment
  • Program culture
  • Your gut feeling

Career Goals:

  • Academic vs Community
  • Subspecialty opportunities
  • Research options

Lifestyle:

  • Call schedule
  • Work hours
  • Benefits
  • Salary (all similar)