FMGE December 2025 Registration Window Open; NBE Continues Accepting Applications

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has opened the registration window for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) December 2025 session. This is a final reminder for all eligible Indian and OCI foreign medical graduates seeking licensure in India. The strict deadline to apply online is December 4, 2025. Aspirants must ensure their application is completed accurately and all eligibility documents are uploaded before the cutoff. The exam is scheduled for January 17, 2026. Do not miss this last opportunity to register for the December cycle.

The path to practicing medicine in India for foreign medical graduates (FMGs) hinges on successfully clearing the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE). The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially opened and is actively accepting applications for the FMGE December 2025 session. This is a critical window for thousands of Indian Citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) who have completed their Primary Medical Qualification (PMQ) abroad and seek to obtain provisional or permanent registration with the National Medical Commission (NMC).

​With the registration window opened on November 14, 2025, and the firm deadline set for December 4, 2025, time is of the essence. The FMGE December 2025 examination is scheduled to be held on January 17, 2026, in a Computer Based Test (CBT) format. Given the historically low pass rate—often below 20%—the focus now shifts from registration to intensive preparation. Aspirants must not delay their application and instead dedicate the remaining time to focused, high-yield study.

​Crucial Timeline and Application Deadlines

​The NBEMS has released a precise and non-negotiable schedule for the FMGE December 2025 cycle. Candidates must mark these dates carefully, as late submission or failure to rectify deficiencies will lead to outright rejection of the application, irrespective of the student's preparation level.

• ​Online Application Submission Window: November 14, 2025, to December 4, 2025 (11:55 PM). 
  • ​Action: Complete the registration, fill the form accurately, and pay the application fee of \text{INR } 6,195 (as per previous cycles, candidates must verify the current fee in the Information Bulletin).
• ​Edit Window for All Payment Success Applications: December 9, 2025, to December 11, 2025. 
  • ​Importance: This period allows candidates to correct most application details, except Name, Nationality, Email, Mobile Number, and Test City.
• ​Final Selective Edit Window (Images):December 29, 2025, to December 31, 2025. 
  • ​Focus: Strictly for rectifying deficient/incorrect images like Photographs, Signatures, and Thumb Impressions as flagged by the NBEMS.
• ​Final Exam and Result Dates: 
  • ​Exam Date: January 17, 2026.
  • ​Result Declaration: By February 17, 2026.

​Mandatory Eligibility and Document Verification

​Eligibility is the most critical hurdle for FMGs. The NBEMS and NMC maintain strict compliance requirements. Only candidates who successfully meet these criteria and submit verified documents will be issued an Admit Card.

• ​Citizenship and Qualification:
  • ​Must be an Indian Citizen or Overseas Citizen of India (OCI).
  • ​Must possess a Primary Medical Qualification (PMQ) from a foreign institution recognized by the concerned Indian Embassy and listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools.
• ​Mandatory Cutoff Date for Qualification:
  • ​The result of the final examination for the PMQ must have been declared on or before October 31, 2025. Candidates whose results are declared after this cutoff date are not eligible for the December 2025 session.
• ​Crucial Documents for Upload:
  • ​Eligibility Certificate issued by the NMC/MCI (if applicable, depending on the admission year).
  • ​Copy of Passport (including student visa and entry/exit pages).
  • ​PMQ Certificate (MBBS degree or Provisional Certificate).
  • ​Apostille/Attestation of PMQ by the concerned Indian Embassy.
  • ​Final-year mark sheets and Internship Completion Certificate (if applicable).

​ Strategy for Success: Preparing for the CBT Exam

​With the exam scheduled for January 17, 2026, the period between the registration deadline and the test date is crucial for effective revision. Given the high failure rate, a structured, subject-wise preparation plan is non-negotiable for all aspirants.

• ​High-Yield Subject Focus: The FMGE syllabus covers all 19 subjects of the MBBS curriculum. Aspirants must prioritize high-weightage subjects like Community Medicine, Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, and Forensic Medicine, alongside Clinical Subjects like Medicine and Surgery.
• ​Practice and Analysis: The exam is conducted in two parts of 2 hours and 30 minutes each, totalling 300 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). 
  • ​Regularly attempt mock tests that simulate the exact CBT interface and time constraints.
  • ​Analyze mock test performance to identify and strengthen weak areas.
• ​Qualifying Criteria: To pass the FMGE, a candidate must score a minimum of 150 marks out of 300 (50% aggregate). The preparation strategy must be geared toward consistently achieving this minimum benchmark across multiple subjects.

​Conclusion

​The opening of the FMGE December 2025 registration window marks the final opportunity for eligible foreign medical graduates to take the licensing exam this cycle. With the deadline of December 4, 2025, rapidly approaching, aspirants must prioritize the accurate completion and submission of their applications along with all required documents on the official NBEMS website. The path to practice in India demands not only clinical knowledge but also administrative diligence. Complete your application now to secure your spot for the January 17, 2026, examination.

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