Assam DME Schedules FMG Internship Allotment for 5–6 Dec; Offline Counselling Announced
The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Assam, has released the definitive schedule for the offline counselling for Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) seeking the Compulsory Rotating Medical Internship (CRMI). The allotment process is strictly based on FMGE scores and is scheduled for December 5 and 6, 2025. Assam-domiciled FMGs must physically appear at the DME office with all original documents, including the Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC). Failure to attend on the assigned date will result in exclusion from this crucial, merit-based seat allocation.
The long wait for Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) who are permanent residents of Assam is finally over. The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Assam, has released the official schedule for the mandatory offline counselling for the Compulsory Rotating Medical Internship (CRMI) seat allotment. This internship is the final and crucial step for FMGs to align their clinical exposure with Indian medical standards and secure permanent registration with the Assam Medical Council. The process is structured to be conducted over two critical days, December 5 and 6, 2025, and is strictly based on the candidate's performance in the FMGE screening test conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). The offline nature of this counselling demands meticulous preparation and timely physical presence, as there will be no second chance for absentees.
I. The Two-Day Offline Counselling Schedule: Based on FMGE Score
The DME Assam has explicitly segmented the counselling dates based on the marks secured in the FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination), emphasizing the merit-based approach to internship allotment.
- Venue and Time:
- Venue: Office of the Director of Medical Education, Assam, Sixmile, Khanapara, Guwahati – 22.
- Reporting Time: 10:30 AM sharp on each day of counselling.
- Counselling Slot Breakdown:
- December 5, 2025: Candidates who secured 160 marks and above in the FMGE Screening Test.
- December 6, 2025: Candidates who secured between 150 and 159 marks in the FMGE Screening Test.
- Mandatory Physical Appearance: The process is entirely offline. Every FMG aspirant must physically appear at the venue on their assigned date. Failure to attend the counselling on the designated date and time will lead to automatic exclusion from the allotment process.
II. Essential Documentation for FMG Aspirants
The offline counselling requires absolute meticulousness concerning document preparation. Candidates must present all original documents for physical verification, along with a set of self-attested copies, to validate their eligibility as Assam-domiciled FMGs.
- Core Eligibility Documents:
- FMGE Pass Certificate: Issued by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).
- MBBS/Equivalent Degree Certificate: From the Foreign University where the degree was obtained.
- NMC Regulations Compliance: Candidates must fulfill all requirements as notified by the National Medical Commission (NMC) in the Compulsory Rotating Medical Internship (CRMI) Regulations, 2021.
- Assam Domicile Proof (Critical):
- Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC): This is mandatory for proving domicile status in Assam, as this internship allotment is exclusively for FMGs who are permanent residents of the state.
- Other Mandatory Records:
- Aadhar Card and Valid Passport: For identity verification and proof of foreign study/travel.
- Academic Certificates: All mark sheets/testimonials from Class 10 onwards.
- Data Form: A duly filled-in 'Data Form' often available on the DME Assam official website, which must be submitted along with other documents.
III. The NMC Regulations and Stipend Entitlement
Securing the CRMI through this allotment is not just a procedural step but a crucial career milestone, governed by national regulations regarding duration and compensation.
- Mandatory Internship Period: As per NMC regulations, the CRMI must be completed within two years of successfully passing the FMGE. The standard duration is 12 months to ensure adequate clinical exposure equivalent to an Indian Medical Graduate (IMG).
- Stipend Parity: The NMC mandates that FMGs undergoing CRMI are entitled to a stipend on par with Indian Medical Graduates (IMGs) at the respective state-affiliated government medical colleges. This ensures fairness and non-discrimination in compensation for compulsory training.
- The Final Goal: Successful completion of the CRMI is the indispensable prerequisite for FMGs to apply for permanent registration with the Assam Medical Council (or any other State Medical Council), allowing them to practice medicine independently in India.
The DME Assam's announcement of the offline counselling on December 5 and 6 is the final, decisive phase for FMGs to secure their compulsory internship. This process is highly time-sensitive and strictly merit-based on the FMGE score, allowing no margin for error or delay. All eligible FMGs who are permanent residents of Assam must immediately gather all original documents, especially the Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC), and ensure they report physically to the DME Office in Guwahati at 10:30 AM on their respective assigned dates to successfully secure and commence their crucial Compulsory Rotating Medical Internship.
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