NBEMS Releases Tentative Schedule for NEET PG, NEET-SS, FMGE and DNB Exams 2026
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the new tentative schedule for medical examinations on April 29, 2026.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the new tentative schedule for medical examinations on April 29, 2026. The announcement covers several important exams, including the DrNB Final Examinations, NEET-SS 2026, NBEMS Diploma Final Examinations, DNB Final Examinations, FMGE December 2026, and NEET PG 2026. Candidates are advised to visit the official NBEMS website, natboard.edu.in, to get detailed information and apply for the exams. The exact dates of the examinations will be announced through an information bulletin.
This schedule is beneficial for medical professionals and candidates preparing for national-level exams. The NBEMS has also updated the tentative dates for the DrNB Final Examinations and shared the schedule for NEET-SS 2026. It is important to remember that all the dates in the schedule are tentative. Therefore, candidates should keep checking the website for the final dates of the exams. This schedule gives candidates more time to prepare and consider the dates related to the completion of their training.
Important Examination Dates
Examination Name | Exam Dates | Exam Days | Admission Session | Cut-off Date for Training Completion |
DrNB Final (October 2026) | September 25-27, 2026 | Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 2023 Admission | February 17, 2027 |
DrNB Final (April 2027) | March 26-28, 2027 | Friday, Saturday, Sunday | No Fresh Batch | May 31, 2027 |
NEET-SS 2026 | December 11-12, 2026 | Friday, Saturday | — | January 31, 2027 |
NBEMS Diploma Final (June 2026) | May 14-16, 2026 | Thursday, Friday, Saturday | No Fresh Batch | December 31, 2026 |
NBEMS Diploma Final (October 2026) | September 11-13, 2026 | Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 2024 Admission | April 16, 2027 |
DNB Final (June 2026) | June 18-21, 2026 | Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 2023 Admission (Post MBBS) | December 31, 2026 |
DNB Final (December 2026) | November 19-22, 2026 | Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday | No Fresh Batch | May 15, 2027 |
FMGE December 2026 | January 9, 2027 | Saturday | — | — |
NEET-PG 2026 | August 30, 2026 | Sunday | — | — |
There is a specific cutoff date for completing training for each test, which determines whether a candidate is eligible to take it. The applicant must finish the required training by the given cutoff date to be considered eligible for the specific test.
According to the notice, each admission session and test category has its own cutoff date to ensure only qualified candidates can participate. It is advised that applicants check their eligibility and training completion dates before registering for the test.
Important Instructions for the Candidates
Candidates are required to stay updated about the Information Bulletins and application form by regularly checking the official website of NBEMS, natboard.edu.in. The last date for the examination will be announced officially in the Information Bulletin, which will be uploaded by NBEMS on their website at the appropriate time.
If candidates have any questions, they should contact NBEMS exclusively through its official communication web portal, available at natboard.edu.in. Any inquiries or communications made through other means will not be considered.
Next Step for the Candidates?
Candidates should start preparing according to the tentative NBEMS schedule and review the details once the exam date is officially announced by NBEMS. All important information, including the exam pattern, syllabus, how to download admit cards, required documents, and more, will be provided in the Official Information Bulletin of the exam.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the NBEMS website and stay in touch with their respective training institutes for updates on exam dates, eligibility rules, and the completion of their training programs. Results and answer keys will be released as per the schedule mentioned in the Official Information Bulletin after the exams have been held.
