FMGE December 2025: Registration Starts November 14 for Foreign Medical Graduates
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially announced the schedule for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) December 2025 session. This examination is mandatory for Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) who hold primary medical qualifications from institutions outside of India and wish to practice medicine in the country.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially announced the schedule for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) December 2025 session. This examination is mandatory for Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) who hold primary medical qualifications from institutions outside of India and wish to practice medicine in the country.
This is a critical announcement for thousands of foreign medical graduates (FMGs) as the registration window is about to open, kicking off the examination cycle for the final licensing test of the year.
Key Dates for Aspirants
Aspirants must strictly adhere to the following dates for the examination process:
| Particulars | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Registration | November 14, 2025 |
| FMGE December 2025 Exam Date | January 17, 2026 |
The online registration and application form submission process will be conducted exclusively on the official NBEMS website, natboard.edu.in. Candidates are advised to prepare all necessary documents, including proof of primary medical qualification, equivalency certificates, and passport details, well in advance to avoid last-minute issues, as the application process is often intricate and time-bound.
The examination will be held on January 17, 2026, making it one of the first major medical examinations of the new calendar year.
Understanding the Low Qualification Rate
The challenge posed by the FMGE is starkly evident in the results of the previous FMGE June 2025 session:
- Total Registered Candidates: 37,207
- Candidates Who Qualified: Only 6,707
This translates to a qualification rate of approximately 18%, meaning more than 80% of registered candidates were unable to clear the examination.
The consistently low pass percentage underscores the rigorous standards of the FMGE, which tests the FMGs' knowledge and understanding of the basic, pre-clinical, and clinical sciences on par with Indian medical standards. The examination serves as a crucial filter to ensure the competence of doctors trained abroad before they are granted provisional or permanent registration to practice in India. Aspirants preparing for the December 2025 session must take note of this high competition and intensify their preparation to meet the required qualifying score.
To successfully qualify, a candidate must secure a minimum of 50% marks (150 out of 300) in the computer-based test. FMGs are strongly encouraged to review the complete information bulletin upon its release for detailed eligibility criteria, syllabus, and examination pattern. For regular updates, follow Only Education News.