FMGE 2026 Exam Day Guidelines: Check What to carry and What not to carry
Foreign Medical Graduate Examination 2026 ( FMGE )
FMGE 2026 December session exam will be conducted in computer-based test (CBT) mode. Candidates who fill out the application form will appear in the FMGE exam. They are advised to check the exam-day guidelines and other crucial details mentioned in the article.
NBE will conduct the FMGE exam for the December session on January 17, 2027, as per last year's trends. The exam is conducted to provide a license to practice in India. It is an important exam for Indian and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) who have completed their medical degrees from foreign institutions and want to practice medicine in India. The students who have completed their medical degrees from outside India need to clear the FMGE Exam. This exam is conducted in two shifts, one in the morning from 9 to 11:30 am and the other in the afternoon from 2 to 4:30 pm.
- 1. Report on Time at the FMGE Exam Centre
- 2. Carry Admit Card, Required Documents
- 3. Biometric Verification and Security Checks
- 4. Permissible Items Inside the FMGE 2026 Exam Hall
- FMGE 2026 December Session Important Dates
1. Report on Time at the FMGE Exam Centre
It is advised to the students to reach the exam centre at least one hour before the exam starts. They can check the reporting time on the admit card. The entry gates will be closed 30 minutes prior to when the exam starts. No students will be allowed inside after this time.
2. Carry Admit Card, Required Documents
Students should carry these documents -
A printed copy of the FMGE Admit Card with a recent passport-size photograph. It should be the same as uploaded in the application form.
A valid photo ID proof such as:
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Passport
- Driving License
- Voter ID
3. Biometric Verification and Security Checks
There is biometric verification conducted at the exam centre where the fingerprint and photograph are verified to maintain transparency. This process is mandatory. Students will also go through security checks where they will be asked to remove the accessories such as rings, watches, shoes, and belts during the frisking process.
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4. Permissible Items Inside the FMGE 2026 Exam Hall
NBEMS has specified a strict list of items that candidates are allowed to carry inside the examination hall:
- Admit card and ID proof
- Transparent water bottle (if allowed)
- Face mask and small bottle of personal hand sanitiser
- Electronic devices are not allowed at the exam centre such as mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, Bluetooth devices, or any other gadgets.
After the conclusion of the exam, authorities will release the FMGE results within one month.
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FMGE 2026 December Session Important Dates
Students must go through the following table to know the important dates related to the December session FMGE Exam.
| FMGE Exam Events |
Exam Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Third week of November 2026 |
|
| FMGE 2026 Registration ends |
First week of December, 2026 |
| FMGE 2026 admit card for the December session |
January 14, 2027 |
| FMGE 2026 Exam |
January 17, 2027 |
| FMGE 2026 Dec session result |
January 29, 2027 |
Students who are giving the FMGE 2026 exam must follow all exam rules. Students must carry a printed admit card, a valid photo ID like an Aadhaar card or passport, and one passport-size photo. Students should reach the exam centre early to complete checking on time. Do not bring mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, or Bluetooth devices. Bags, books, notes, and food are not allowed in the exam hall. Students must follow the instructions given by the exam staff to avoid any problems.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 4 days ago
On average, Kazakhstan graduates have a 24–30% pass rate, which is competitive compared to the overall foreign MBBS graduate average. However, pass rates vary by university.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, 3 months is enough if you study properly for the FMGE exam. Focus on difficult topics and revise important topics again and again. Practice MCQs every day and give mock tests regularly to see your mistakes.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
The most scoring subjects in FMGE are Medicine, Surgery, OBG, and Community Medicine. These four subjects give more than 120 marks. Many questions come from these subjects in every exam. If you prepare these well, you can easily pass FMGE.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
To score 200 marks in the FMGE Exam, one needs to study in a smart way. Focus more on Medicine, Surgery, OBG, and Community Medicine because they have more marks.
- Revise these subjects many times. Practice MCQs every day.
- Solve previous year questions and give mock tests to improve speed.
- Also, revise
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
FMGE has two papers. Both papers have different subjects.
- Paper 1 has pre-clinical and para-clinical subjects. These include Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, and Forensic Medicine.
- Paper 2 has clinical subjects like Medicine, Surgery, OBG, Community Medicine, P
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Here are the points that can help students prepare for the FMGE Entrance exam.
- Use MBBS books for FMGE preparation.
- Practice MCQs daily and focus on clinical subjects with high weightage.
- There is no negative marking, attempt every question.
- Take multiple mock tests to understand the timing of the two
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The FMGE syllabus is based on the complete MBBS syllabus. Students must include pre‑clinical, para‑clinical, and clinical subjects as given below.
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Pathology
- Medicine
- Surgery
- Obstetrics–Gynaecology
- Pediatrics
- ENT
- Ophthalmology
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The FMGE cutoff is released once the FMGE results are released. Once the FMGE cutoff is out, those who beat the cutoff list will be called for the counselling process. Students must score a minimum of 150 out of 300 to be able to beat the cutoff.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Go through the following points to know the tips to crack the FMGE exam on your first attempt.
- Study all MBBS subjects, separate preparation into Pre-Clinical, Para-Clinical, and Clinical sections, and follow the NBE syllabus.
- Practice MCQs from high‑weight subjects and topics.
- Practise full‑length
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The FMGE exam has 300 MCQs worth 300 marks. Each correct answer gives 1 mark, and there is no negative marking. The exam is divided into two sections, Part A and Part B; each section is of 2 and a half hours. To pass, one must score 150 out of 300.
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