Chhattisgarh DME invites applications for FMG-internship counselling; ~600 seats available

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Chhattisgarh, has published the official notification for the Foreign Medical Graduate (FMG) Internship Counselling, offering approximately 600 CRMI seats for the November 2025 batch. This critical opportunity is for FMGs who have cleared the FMGE. The counselling is entirely merit-based and gives first priority to Chhattisgarh domicile holders. Crucially, the process is fully online, requiring mandatory choice filling of all available seats and ensuring FMGs receive a stipend equivalent to Indian MBBS interns as per NMC guidelines.

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Chhattisgarh, has taken a decisive step to provide a crucial pathway for Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) by officially inviting online applications for the Compulsory Rotatory Medical Internship (CRMI) Counselling for the November 2025 batch. This announcement is a major relief for thousands of FMGs across the nation who have successfully qualified the Foreign Medical Graduates Examination (FMGE) and are now mandated to complete a 12-month CRMI to obtain permanent registration with the State Medical Councils. With approximately 600 seats opened across a network of government and affiliated private medical colleges, Chhattisgarh is positioned as a significant destination for FMGs seeking essential clinical training under the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines. The entire process, from application to allotment, is designed to be merit-based and transparent, offering a structured approach for FMGs to integrate into the Indian healthcare system. Aspirants must strictly adhere to the schedule and procedural requirements to secure one of these highly sought-after internship positions.

​ Mandatory Eligibility and The Merit-First Counselling Process

​The FMG Internship Counselling in Chhattisgarh is a single-window, merit-driven process. The DME has outlined strict eligibility criteria and a mandatory process that candidates must follow to be considered for allotment. Failure to comply with any step can lead to immediate rejection of the application.

• ​Core Eligibility Requirements:
  • ​The candidate must have qualified the FMGE (Screening Test) with a minimum score of 150 marks out of 300.
  • ​They must possess the NMC Eligibility Certificate or at least the acknowledgement of having applied for it, which is essential for the registration phase.
  • ​As per NMC regulations, the FMG must be able to complete the 12-month CRMI within two years of their FMGE result declaration date.
• ​The Online Application Protocol:
  • ​All applicants must register and submit their details online through the official CGDME Counselling website (cgdme.in). No offline applications are accepted.
  • ​Candidates must pay a mandatory, non-refundable online application/processing fee, which may vary for Chhattisgarh domicile candidates and those from other states.
• ​Merit-Based Allotment Rule: 
  • ​The allotment of seats is strictly based on the merit rank in the FMGE.
  • ​Domicile Priority: Chhattisgarh domicile candidates will be given the first and highest priority for seat allotment. Seats for candidates from other states will only be allocated after all eligible domicile candidates have been considered.
• ​Mandatory Choice Filling and Finality: Candidates are strongly advised to fill all available choices in their true order of preference, as incomplete choice filling can lead to application cancellation. The DME has been explicit: Allotment will be done only once, and no upgrade option will be provided later, even if seats remain vacant. Non-joining of an allotted seat means the candidate must re-apply in the next session.

​ Allocation of 600 Seats: Opportunities in Government Hospitals

​The availability of approximately 600 internship seats is a crucial element of the Chhattisgarh notification. These seats are strategically distributed across multiple NMC-approved medical institutions, providing a wide range of clinical exposure.

• ​Major Government College Vacancies: A significant number of seats are concentrated in newer and established Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) across the state. 
  • ​GMC, Uttar Baster Kanker: A large chunk of the vacancies (e.g., around 117 seats) is available here.
  • ​GMC, Mahasamund: Offers a substantial number of slots (e.g., around 44 seats).
  • ​Late Bisahu Das Mahant, MGMC, Korba: Contributes additional government seats (e.g., around 26 seats).
• ​Inclusion of Private Colleges: The total seat matrix includes vacancies in NMC-approved private self-financing medical colleges in Chhattisgarh, further expanding the opportunities for FMGs.
• ​The CRMI Structure: The 12-month internship follows a structured rotation, ensuring FMGs receive balanced training in various specialties (Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, etc.), aligning their practical skills with the standards expected of an Indian Medical Graduate.

​ Stipend Parity: Financial Security for Interns

​In line with repeated directives from the NMC and observations from the Supreme Court, the financial compensation for FMGs during their CRMI is guaranteed to be equitable with their Indian MBBS counterparts. This addresses the long-standing issue of FMGs being charged fees or being denied stipends.

• ​Equal Pay Mandate: FMGs are entitled to receive a stipend equivalent to the amount paid to Indian MBBS interns in the same government medical institutions of Chhattisgarh. While stipends vary by state, Indian interns in Chhattisgarh government colleges receive a competitive monthly amount (e.g., figures for MBBS interns in the region have been previously cited around \text{INR } 39,000 per month, subject to 2025-26 revisions).
• ​"No Fee" Policy: The DME has emphasized the prohibition of charging any fees (tuition, registration, or otherwise) for the internship program. FMGs are only responsible for the government-mandated online application processing fee.
• ​Facilities and Treatment: The guidelines ensure FMGs are provided with the same facilities, accommodation (if applicable), duty hours, and overall treatment as their Indian graduate peers, ensuring a non-discriminatory learning environment.

​ Conclusion: A Clear Path to Permanent Registration

​The opening of the FMG Internship Counselling by the Chhattisgarh DME, offering approximately 600 seats, is a vital and time-sensitive opportunity for all eligible Foreign Medical Graduates. The transparent, merit-based, and online process, coupled with the guarantee of stipend parity, streamlines the final hurdle for FMGs seeking permanent medical registration in India. Aspirants must prioritize their registration, meticulously complete the choice filling of all institutions in order of preference, and ensure all required documents, especially the FMGE qualification and NMC eligibility proof, are readily available. Successful participation in this counselling marks the crucial final step toward commencing their professional medical career in the country.

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