FMGE June 2026 Notification: The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the official notification for the FMGE June 2026 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 June 2026 Overview
| Exam Name | FMGE June 2026 Session |
| Conducting Body | NBEMS |
| Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Medium | English |
| Total Questions | 300 |
| Marking | +1 for correct answer, no negative marking |
| Qualifying Marks | 150/300 (50%) |
| Application Start Date | 14 November 2025 (from 3 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 4 June 2026 (till 11:55 PM) |
| Exam Date | 17 January 2026 |
| Official Website | www.natboard.edu.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Release of Notification & Information Bulletin | 14 November 2025 |
| Start of Online Registration | 14 November 2025 (3:00 PM onwards) |
| Last Date for Online Application | 4 June 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Correction Window (If applicable) | To be announced |
| Test City Intimation Slip | Around 2 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Around 14 January 2026 |
| FMGE Exam Date | 17 January 2026 |
| Result Declaration | By 17 February 2026 |
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 June 2026 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for FMGE June 2026, 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
| Fee Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Examination Fee | ₹ 5,250 |
| GST (18%) | ₹ 945 |
| Total Payable | ₹ 6,195 |
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 June 2026 application:
Visit the official NBEMS website: www.natboard.edu.in
Click on FMGE June 2026 under the exam section.
Read the Information Bulletin carefully.
Register using your name, mobile number, and email ID.
Login and fill out the online application form.
Upload scanned copies of required documents:
Photo & Signature
Primary medical qualification certificate
Eligibility certificate (if applicable)
Passport and other supporting documents
Pay the application fee online.
Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
Keep checking the portal for test city slip and admit card updates.
Important Links
NBEMS Official Website: https://natboard.edu.in
FMGE Exam Pattern
| Section | No. of Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | 150 | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Part B | 150 | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Total | 300 | 5 hours (with break) |
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




