FMGE January 2026 Results Announced by National Board of Examinations
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially declared the results for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) conducted in January 2026. Medical graduates who appeared for this crucial screening test can now access their scorecards through the official NBEMS portals.
Examination Details and Result Availability
The FMGE January 2026 examination was successfully conducted on January 17, 2026, as part of NBEMS's biannual assessment schedule for foreign medical graduates. Following the completion of evaluation processes, the results have been made publicly available on the official websites: natboard.edu.in and nbe.edu.in.
This announcement marks a significant milestone for thousands of Indian medical professionals who have completed their primary medical education abroad and are seeking to practice medicine within India.
Scorecard Contents and Qualifying Criteria
The published results contain comprehensive candidate information in PDF format, including:
- Individual roll numbers for identification
- Marks secured out of the total 300 points
- Clear qualifying status indication
For the January 2026 session, the minimum qualifying score remains 150 marks out of 300, maintaining the consistent standard established by NBEMS. Candidates who achieve or exceed this threshold will be eligible to receive their official pass certificates along with provisional registration certificates, enabling them to proceed with medical practice registration in India.
Step-by-Step Guide to Download FMGE Scorecards
Candidates can follow this straightforward process to access their FMGE January 2026 results:
- Visit the primary official website at natboard.edu.in
- Navigate to the homepage and locate the dedicated section for FMGE scorecard 2026
- Click on the appropriate link to access the login portal
- Enter your unique login credentials, including user ID and password
- Submit the information to view your personalized scorecard
- Carefully review all details displayed on your scorecard
- Download the digital copy for your records
- Print a physical copy for future reference and documentation purposes
The Critical Importance of FMGE for Medical Practice in India
The Foreign Medical Graduate Examination serves as an essential regulatory mechanism within India's healthcare education framework. This mandatory qualifying examination applies specifically to:
- Indian citizens who have completed medical degrees from international institutions
- Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) with foreign medical qualifications
Successful FMGE qualification represents the primary pathway to medical registration in India, as it enables candidates to register with either the National Medical Commission (NMC) or respective state medical councils. Without clearing this screening test, foreign medical graduates cannot legally practice medicine within the country.
Recent Examination Context and Future Implications
Looking at recent examination cycles, the FMGE June 2025 session was conducted on July 26, 2025, with results becoming available on August 21, 2025. NBEMS maintains a policy where scorecards remain accessible for download for a limited period of six months from their issuance date.
In the June 2025 session, results for five candidates were temporarily withheld pending clarification from the NMC or outcomes from the Exam Ethics Committee, highlighting the rigorous scrutiny applied to maintain examination integrity.
The timely declaration of January 2026 results ensures that qualified candidates can promptly initiate their medical registration processes, contributing to addressing India's healthcare workforce requirements while maintaining quality standards in medical practice.
