FMGE 2026: Exam on June 28, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern and Passing Marks

FMGE 2026, or the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination 2026, is conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) twice a year — in June and December. For the June 2026 session, registration has closed and the exam is confirmed for June 28, 2026, with more than 40,000 candidates expected to appear at 67 exam centres across India. Candidates are now in the final preparation phase with less than a month left to the exam.

• Admit Card: The FMGE June 2026 admit card is expected on June 24, 2026 — 4 days before the exam. In the December 2025 session, NBEMS released the hall ticket approximately 4–5 days before the exam date. You should keep your login credentials ready to download it immediately.
• Exam Date: FMGE June 2026 will be held on June 28, 2026 in CBT mode across 67 cities. The exam has two parts of 150 questions each, with a total duration of 5 hours. You need to score at least 150 out of 300 to pass.
• Result: The FMGE June 2026 result is expected in the last week of July 2026. In the December 2025 session (held January 17, 2026), NBEMS declared results within 12 days of the exam. Individual scorecards are typically released 1–2 weeks after the result.
• December 2026 Session: If you are not appearing in June 2026, the next session is expected around January 2027 (the December 2025 session was held on January 17, 2026). Registrations for the December 2026 session are likely to open in October 2026. You can attempt FMGE any number of times — there is no limit on attempts.

What is FMGE 2026?

FMGE stands for Foreign Medical Graduates Examination. It is a licensing screening test conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) for Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) who have completed their MBBS degree from a foreign medical university and wish to practice medicine in India.

The exam is mandatory under the National Medical Commission (NMC) Act. Without clearing FMGE, a foreign medical graduate cannot register with the NMC or any State Medical Council (SMC) and therefore cannot practice as a doctor in India.

FMGE is conducted twice a year — a June session and a December session. The exam is held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. It has 300 multiple-choice questions carrying 300 marks, and you need to score at least 150 (50%) to qualify. There is no negative marking.

More than 40,000 candidates appear in each session. The pass rate has historically been low — ranging between 10% and 30% — making it one of the more challenging medical licensing exams in the country.

Note: FMGE is a qualification exam, not a ranking exam. There is no merit list or cutoff based on rank. Scoring 150 out of 300 (50%) is the only qualifying threshold.

FMGE 2026 Key Highlights

Source: natboard.edu.in — FMGE June 2026 Information Bulletin

FMGE 2026 Important Dates

The table below lists the complete schedule for the FMGE June 2026 session. Registration has already closed. The edit window for image correction is currently open until June 10, 2026.

The December 2026 session is expected to be conducted in January 2027. Registrations for that session are likely to open in October 2026.

Source: NBEMS Official Website — FMGE June 2026 Schedule

FMGE 2026 Eligibility Criteria

FMGE is not open to all medical graduates. You must meet specific eligibility conditions set by NBEMS and the National Medical Commission before you can register for the exam.

Nationality

• You must be an Indian Citizen or an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholder.
• Foreign nationals are not eligible to appear for FMGE.

Academic Qualification

• You must hold a primary medical qualification equivalent to MBBS from a recognized foreign medical institution.
• The degree must be from a full-time, on-campus program. Online or distance-learning medical degrees are not accepted.
• The foreign medical institution must be listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and verified by the Indian Embassy in that country.
• Provisional degrees are not accepted. You need the final degree certificate.

NMC Eligibility Certificate

• If you got admission to a foreign medical college on or after March 15, 2002, you must have a valid Eligibility Certificate issued by the National Medical Commission (NMC) before you started your studies abroad.
• If you were admitted before March 15, 2002, this condition does not apply to you.

Internship Completion

• If internship is a compulsory part of your foreign medical course, you must have completed it before applying for registration in India.
• An Internship Completion Certificate from your foreign university or hospital is required.

Attempts and Age

• There is no limit on the number of attempts. You can appear in FMGE as many times as you need until you qualify.
• There is no age limit (upper or lower) for FMGE.

If you obtained admission to a foreign medical college on or after March 15, 2002, and did not get an Eligibility Certificate from the NMC before starting your studies, you will not be eligible to appear for FMGE.

FMGE 2026 Application Process

The registration window for FMGE June 2026 has closed on May 11, 2026. If you missed registration, you can appear in the December 2026 session. Registrations for the next session are expected to open in October 2026.

For reference, here is the complete FMGE application process that NBEMS follows for every session:

• Step 1 — Register: Visit the official NBEMS portal at natboard.edu.in and create a new candidate account using your email address and mobile number.
• Step 2 — Fill the Application Form: Log in and fill in your personal details, academic qualifications (foreign MBBS details), nationality, and contact information.
• Step 3 — Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your passport, MBBS degree certificate, NMC Eligibility Certificate, Internship Completion Certificate, identity proof, and a recent passport-sized photograph. Images must meet NBEMS photo specifications.
• Step 4 — Select Exam City: Choose your preferred exam city from the available list. NBEMS allots cities based on availability — your preferred city is not guaranteed.
• Step 5 — Pay the Fee: Pay the application fee of Rs. 6,195 (Rs. 5,250 + 18% GST) through the online payment gateway. The fee is non-refundable.
• Step 6 — Submit and Print: Review all details, submit the application, and download the confirmation page for your records.

After submission, NBEMS provides a short edit window (Phase 1 for general details, Phase 2 for photos/images) to fix minor errors. You cannot change your name, nationality, mobile number, or email address during this window.

Documents Required for FMGE Registration

FMGE 2026 Admit Card

The FMGE June 2026 admit card has not been released yet. It is expected to be available on June 24, 2026 — approximately 4 days before the exam. NBEMS also releases a City Intimation Slip on June 17, 2026 so you can plan your travel in advance.

In the December 2025 session (held January 17, 2026), NBEMS followed a similar pattern and released the hall ticket close to the exam date. You should check the official website regularly from June 17 onwards.

How to Download the FMGE Admit Card 2026

• Visit the NBEMS official website at natboard.edu.in.
• Click on the FMGE June 2026 admit card link on the homepage.
• Log in using your registered credentials (application number / User ID and password or date of birth).
• Your admit card will appear on the screen. Download and print at least two copies.

Details on the FMGE Admit Card

• Candidate’s name and roll number
• FMGE June 2026 exam date and time
• Exam centre name and full address
• Candidate’s photograph and signature
• Important exam day instructions from NBEMS

You must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, or PAN Card) on the exam day. Without the admit card, you will not be allowed to enter the exam centre.

What to Carry on Exam Day

• Printed FMGE admit card (hall ticket)
• Valid photo ID (Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, or Voter ID)
• One recent passport-size photograph
• No electronic devices (mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators) are allowed inside the exam hall

FMGE 2026 Syllabus

The FMGE 2026 syllabus covers the complete MBBS curriculum as prescribed by the National Medical Commission (NMC) for Indian medical colleges. All 19 subjects included in the exam are part of a standard MBBS program. Since 2023, the trend in FMGE has shifted towards more clinical application-based MCQs — scenario questions rather than pure memory-recall questions.

High-Priority Subjects for FMGE June 2026

• General Medicine (33 marks): ECG interpretation, diabetes management, thyroid disorders, stroke, anaemia, hypertension, tuberculosis, respiratory diseases. Clinical case scenarios are increasingly common.
• General Surgery (32 marks): Shock types and management, hernia, thyroid swellings, breast cancer staging, burns — Rule of Nines, wound healing. Image-based questions (X-rays, CT scans) are common.
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology (30 marks): Antenatal care (ANC) protocols, contraception methods, labour management, high-risk pregnancy, infertility.
• Community Medicine / PSM (30 marks): Epidemiological study designs, biostatistics (sensitivity, specificity, PPV/NPV), national health programs, vaccine schedules, nutritional deficiencies. This is one of the most predictable and scoring subjects.
• Paediatrics, ENT, Ophthalmology (15 marks each): These three subjects together carry 45 marks. Do not neglect them — they are relatively straightforward and can be scored well with focused preparation.

Pre-clinical Subject Focus Areas

• Anatomy (17 marks): Brachial plexus and nerve lesion applied anatomy, cranial nerves and their foramina, applied anatomy of organs. Clinical correlation questions are increasing.
• Physiology (17 marks): Renal clearance, acid-base balance, ECG and cardiac cycle, respiratory physiology, nerve physiology.
• Biochemistry (17 marks): Enzymes, metabolic pathways, vitamins and minerals, genetic disorders, lipid metabolism.
• Pharmacology (13 marks): Autonomic pharmacology, antibiotic mechanisms and resistance, anticancer drugs, drug side effects and contraindications, drug interactions. High-yield and very testable.
• Pathology (13 marks): Neoplasia and tumour markers, haematological disorders, inflammation and wound healing mechanisms.
• Microbiology (13 marks): Bacteria associated with specific diseases, staining techniques, viral diseases and vaccines.
• Forensic Medicine (10 marks): Medico-legal aspects, cause and manner of death, poisons and toxicology, examination of injuries.

The complete subject-wise syllabus is available in the FMGE Information Bulletin on the official NBEMS website.

FMGE 2026 Preparation Tips

With just about one month left for FMGE June 2026, you should now be in intensive revision mode — not studying new content from scratch. Here is a focused strategy for the final phase of preparation.

Last-Month Strategy (May 29 – June 28, 2026)

• Focus on high-weightage subjects first: Medicine (33), Surgery (32), OBG (30), and Community Medicine (30) together give 125 marks. Scoring well in just these 4 subjects takes you more than 80% of the way to the 150-mark pass threshold. Spend 60% of your remaining time here.
• Take full-length mock tests every 2–3 days: Simulate real exam conditions — 150 questions in Part A, break, then 150 questions in Part B. Time yourself strictly (50 minutes per section). This builds stamina and exam-day time management.
• Attempt every question: There is no negative marking. Never leave a question blank. Even an educated guess gives you a chance at an additional mark.
• Focus on image-based questions: FMGE 2026 has more ECG, X-ray, histology, and CT scan questions. Practice recognising common patterns — Colles’ fracture on X-ray, ECG of MI, IUCD placement, histology of carcinomas.
• Use previous year papers: Solve at least the last 5 years of FMGE papers (both June and December sessions). Mudit Khanna’s FMGE Solutions is the most widely recommended resource for this.
• Maintain a High-Yield Notebook: Note down confusing MCQs, important drug side effects, normal lab values, and commonly tested facts. Review this notebook in the last 7 days.
• No new topics in the last 10 days: Switch entirely to revision, mock tests, and your high-yield notebook. Starting new topics at this stage creates confusion.

Recommended Books for FMGE 2026

Online Platforms for FMGE Preparation

• PrepLadder: Subject-wise video lectures, question bank, and test series with FMGE-specific content.
• DigiNerve / DigiFMGE: More than 12,000 MCQs covering FMGE pattern questions and mock tests.
• FMGEPrep: More than 6,500 verified previous year questions, image bank of 1,500+ clinical images, and AI-based exam countdown planner.
• EaseToLearn: Free mock test series with 6+ mock tests available daily.
• Cerebellum Academy: Live online lectures in English and Hinglish, monthly grand tests, and marathon revision sessions.

Exam Day Time Management

• You get 50 minutes per section for 50 questions — that is exactly 1 minute per question.
• Use a two-pass technique: answer the questions you know confidently in the first pass, then return to uncertain questions in the remaining time.
• You cannot revisit a completed section once you move to the next one. Double-check before proceeding.
• Arrive at the exam centre early. Carry your admit card, photo ID, and a passport-size photograph.

FMGE Pass Rate and Statistics

FMGE has one of the lowest pass rates among major medical licensing exams in India. The pass percentage has historically stayed between 10% and 30% per session. For FMGE June 2026, you should target a score well above 150 — ideally 170+ — to have a comfortable margin.

FMGE Session-wise Pass Percentage (2021–2025)

Note: December sessions consistently show higher pass rates than June sessions. The all-time high was in December 2022 (~30.83%) when a large number of candidates rushed to clear FMGE ahead of the expected NExT exam rollout.

Country-wise Pass Rate Trends

The FMGE pass rate varies significantly based on the country where candidates completed their MBBS. Candidates from Nepal consistently perform best due to the near-identical curriculum to Indian medical colleges.

Source: NBEMS Result Notifications — natboard.edu.in

FMGE 2026 Result

The FMGE June 2026 result has not been declared yet. The exam will be held on June 28, 2026, and the result is expected in the last week of July 2026.

In the December 2025 session (held January 17, 2026), NBEMS declared results within 12 days of the exam. For the June 2025 session (held July 26, 2025), results came in approximately 26 days. Based on this trend, the FMGE June 2026 result is expected between mid-July and the last week of July 2026.

How to Check FMGE Result 2026

• Visit the NBEMS official website at natboard.edu.in.
• Look for the FMGE June 2026 result link on the homepage.
• The result is first published as a PDF listing roll numbers of qualified candidates.
• Search for your roll number in the PDF using the Ctrl+F search function.
• For your individual scorecard: log in to the NBEMS candidate portal using your application number and date of birth.
• Download and save the scorecard — it shows your marks subject-wise, your aggregate score, and your pass/fail status.

FMGE Result Timeline (Based on Recent Sessions)