1. Comprehensive Overview & Notification Background
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially issued the FMGE October 2026 Exam City Intimation Slip on 20 October 2026. Candidates who have successfully registered for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) October 2026 session can now log into the applicant portal using their credentials to view their allotted test city.
The Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) serves as a mandatory licensure examination for Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) holding primary medical qualifications awarded by medical institutions outside India. Passing this screening test enables successful candidates to obtain provisional or permanent registration with the National Medical Commission (NMC) or any State Medical Council.
2. Key Examination Schedule & Important Timeline
Candidates preparing for the FMGE October 2026 session should strictly adhere to the following key dates published by NBEMS:
- Exam City Intimation Slip Release Date: 20 October 2026
- Admit Card Download Commencement: 27 October 2026
- FMGE Examination Date: 31 October 2026
3. Purpose & Importance of the Exam City Intimation Slip
The exam city intimation slip is a crucial advance information document that informs candidates about the city where their examination center will be located. This early release allows candidates from distant locations to make necessary travel and accommodation arrangements well in advance. It should be noted that the city slip is not the admit card; the admit card contains specific details regarding the exact venue name, shift timing, and candidate roll number.
4. How to Check & Download FMGE October 2026 Exam City Slip
Candidates can easily access their examination city details by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official portal of NBEMS at natboard.edu.in.
- Navigate to the FMGE section on the homepage.
- Click on the link for FMGE October 2026 Applicant Login.
- Enter your registered User ID and Password in the login window.
- Submit the credentials to view your candidate dashboard.
- Locate the Exam City Intimation Slip tab and download the document for future reference.
5. Steps to Download FMGE October 2026 Admit Card
The hall ticket for FMGE October 2026 will be released on 27 October 2026. Candidates must follow these guidelines to download it once it becomes active:
- Log in to the official NBEMS applicant portal using your User ID and Password.
- Click on the Admit Card link visible on your profile dashboard.
- Verify all printed details including candidate name, roll number, exact exam center address, and shift timings.
- Download and print multiple clear copies of the admit card on A4 size paper.
6. Detailed Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
The FMGE screening test is conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT). Below is a detailed breakdown of the exam pattern:
| Parameters | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Number of Questions | 300 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Distribution of Test | Two Parts (Part A: 150 Questions, Part B: 150 Questions) |
| Total Marks | 300 Marks |
| Duration | 150 Minutes per Part (Total 300 Minutes / 5 Hours) |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
| Qualifying Score | Minimum 150 Marks out of 300 (50%) |
7. Mandatory Documents to Carry on Exam Day
On the exam day (31 October 2026), candidates must present the following mandatory items at the examination center for verification:
- Printed copy of the FMGE October 2026 Admit Card with a passport-sized photograph pasted on it.
- Original and valid government-issued Photo ID (Aadhaar Card / Passport / PAN Card / Driving License / Voter ID).
- Copy of Primary Medical Qualification Degree / Pass Certificate (if requested by venue supervisors).