The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially announced the tentative FMGE December 2025 session date. The Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) is scheduled to be held on 17th January 2026. This announcement is very useful to Indian students who have completed or are in the final stages of completing their MBBS abroad, especially in countries like Russia, Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, China, and so on.
Tentative FMGE Exam Date 2026
As per the FMGE news published on the official site of NBEMS, the FMGE December 2025 session will be conducted on:
Date: Saturday, 17th January 2026
Shift 1: 09:00 AM 11:30 AM
Shift 2: 02:00 PM 04:30 PM
The candidates are requested to consider this as a tentative schedule because final confirmation will be published along with the official information bulletin on the NBEMS website: www.natboard.edu.in
Who Should Appear for FMGE January 2026?
The Indian students who have graduated or are completing their MBBS abroad, particularly from countries such as Russia, Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, China, and others, can apply to the FMGE exam 2026. It is a very important milestone on the way to their medical careers in India.
Important Tips for FMGE Aspirants
- Regularly check NBEMS updates for the release of the FMGE information bulletin. Further, you can also stay informed by visiting the Rus Education news for timely updates and important announcements.
- Ensure all eligibility documents are ready before registration opens.
- Start the preparation of FMGE/NExT at an early stage with mock tests, coaching plans and revision plans.
What’s Next
The detailed information bulletin with eligibility requirements, application period, fee schedule, and exam details will be issued in the next few weeks. The candidates intending to appear in the FMGE exam in January 2026 should start preparing early and have all the necessary documents prepared to submit the complete application.
This news is a wake-up call to foreign medical graduates who are preparing to take the test and awaiting clarity on the schedule. Further updates will be shared as soon as the NBEMS releases the official notification.
Therefore, be informed and begin preparing early for your Foreign Medical Graduate Examination 2026 so that you can succeed in pursuing a medical career in India.
