FMGE October 2026 Exam on October 31: Reporting Time, Admit Card and Exam Day Guidelines
Published 29 Oct 20263 min read
NBEMS will hold the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) on October 31, 2026. Candidates must reach their allotted centre 30 minutes before the reporting time printed on their admit card to complete entry formalities, identity verification, and security checks. The FMGE October 2026 admit card was released on October 27, 2026, and is available at natboard.edu.in.
FMGE is a screening examination for eligible Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India who have obtained primary medical qualifications from foreign institutions and seek registration to practise medicine in India.
FMGE October 2026: Exam at a Glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Exam name | Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) |
| Exam date | October 31, 2026 |
| Admit card released | October 27, 2026 |
| Official website | natboard.edu.in |
| Reporting guidance | Reach 30 minutes before the time on the admit card |
Reporting Time and Entry
The exact reporting time, gate closing time, and exam start time are printed on each candidate's admit card. Candidates should:
- Check the reporting time on their hall ticket a day before the exam.
- Plan travel in advance, especially if the centre is in another part of the city or requires a long commute.
- Arrive at least 30 minutes early for entry formalities, identity verification, and security checks.
- Verify the complete centre address before exam day.
Admit Card: Download and Verify
Download and print the FMGE October 2026 admit card from natboard.edu.in. Before the exam, verify that the following are correct:
- Candidate name
- Roll number
- Photograph
- Examination date
- Examination centre details
Read the instructions printed on the hall ticket carefully, as the list of acceptable identity documents and any additional requirements must follow NBEMS specifications.
Documents to Carry
- Printed copy of the FMGE admit card.
- Original, valid photo identity document accepted by NBEMS.
- Additional photographs, if the exam instructions require them, in the specified format.
- Prepare all documents a day before the exam to avoid last-minute confusion.
What Not to Carry
- Mobile phones and other communication devices.
- Smartwatches, Bluetooth devices and other electronic gadgets.
- Books, notes, loose papers and unauthorised study material.
- Bags and personal belongings are not permitted inside the examination hall.
- Any other item prohibited under examination instructions.
Exam Day Checklist
- Download and print the hall ticket before exam day.
- Verify the complete address and plan the journey in advance.
- Reach the centre as per the timing mentioned on the admit card.
- Check rules on identity verification, permitted items, and entry procedures.
- Carry the original photo identity document.
- Leave electronic gadgets and unauthorised study material behind.
Official Website
Candidates can download the admit card and check instructions at natboard.edu.in.