The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced the FMGE December 2025 session, with the exam scheduled for January 17, 2026. Indian MBBS students studying abroad, especially in countries like Russia, Uzbekistan, and Georgia, can apply online from November 14 to December 4, 2025, via the official website https://www.natboard.edu.in
New Delhi, November 12, 2025, The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced the schedule for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) December 2025 session, setting the exam date for January 17, 2026.
For thousands of indian students pursuing MBBS abroad, like Russia, Georgia, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and the Philippines, this announcement signals the beginning of their journey toward practicing medicine in India.
The FMGE serves as a screening test that allows Indian medical graduates from foreign universities to obtain a license to practice in India. It’s designed to evaluate whether international medical graduates possess the necessary clinical knowledge and understanding equivalent to Indian medical standards.
The exam is conducted twice a year in June and December, and passing it is mandatory to register with the National Medical Commission (NMC) or State Medical Councils.
Applications will be accepted online through the official NBEMS portal: https://www.natboard.edu.in
According to academic advisors, the FMGE December session often sees a large number of participants, particularly from Russian and Central Asian universities, where the 2020–2021 batches are now graduating. The announcement provides clarity for students who have been waiting for official confirmation before scheduling travel, internships, and revision plans.
FMGE is known for its comprehensive syllabus covering all major MBBS subjects. With the 2025 December session confirmed, experts recommend that students focus on:
Students are also advised to avoid relying solely on memory-based study material and instead follow authentic reference sources suggested by NBEMS.
For MBBS graduates returning from overseas universities, the FMGE is not just an exam; it’s a gateway to begin their professional career in India. With clear timelines announced, this is the right moment to plan strategically, gather documents, and start serious preparation.
