FMGE December 2025 Notification Out, Eligibility, Dates

FMGE December 2025 Notification: The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the official notification for the FMGE December 2025 session. This screening test is conducted for Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) who have completed their primary medical qualification abroad and wish to obtain registration with the National Medical Commission (NMC) or any State Medical Council. The December session brings updated timelines, eligibility rules, exam structure, and application guidelines that candidates must follow carefully.

FMGE December 2025 Overview

Important Dates

Exam Details

• Mode of Examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

• Language: English

• Sections: Two parts

  • Part A – 150 questions

  • Part B – 150 questions

• Duration:

  • Part A: 2 hours 30 minutes

  • Part B: 2 hours 30 minutes

• Marking Scheme:

  • +1 mark for correct response

  • No negative marking

• Break: Mandatory break between Part A and Part B

• Passing Criteria: Minimum 150 marks out of 300

FMGE December 2025 Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for FMGE December 2025, a candidate must meet the following conditions:

• Must be an Indian Citizen or OCI.

• Must possess a primary medical qualification from a recognized foreign medical institute.

• The qualification must make the candidate eligible to practice in the awarding country.

• Final year results of the foreign medical qualification must be declared on or before the notified cut-off date.

• Candidates from countries such as USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, who hold recognized qualifications may be exempt as per NMC rules.

Participating Institutes

FMGE is not linked to admissions in specific institutes. Instead, it is a qualifying exam required to obtain:

• Provisional or permanent registration with NMC, or

• Registration with any State Medical Council

Thus, all registered medical regulatory bodies in India accept FMGE results for issuing medical practice licenses.

Application Fee

Payment must be made online via debit card, credit card, or net banking. The fee is non-refundable.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to complete the FMGE December 2025 application:

1. Visit the official NBEMS website: www.natboard.edu.in

2. Click on FMGE December 2025 under the exam section.

3. Read the Information Bulletin carefully.

4. Register using your name, mobile number, and email ID.

5. Login and fill out the online application form.

6. Upload scanned copies of required documents:

   • Photo & Signature

   • Primary medical qualification certificate

   • Eligibility certificate (if applicable)

   • Passport and other supporting documents

7. Pay the application fee online.

8. Submit the application and download the confirmation page.

9. Keep checking the portal for test city slip and admit card updates.

Important Links

NBEMS Official Website: https://natboard.edu.in

FMGE Exam Pattern

Additional Features:

• MCQ format with single correct response

• No negative marking

• Equal weightage to pre-clinical, para-clinical and clinical subjects

Subject Distribution (Indicative):

• Pre & Para Clinical: ~100 Marks

• Clinical: ~200 Marks