FMGE / NEXT Exam Updates
Official exam schedules, result announcements, syllabus revisions, and eligibility guidelines — everything a foreign medical graduate needs to stay compliant.
Latest Critical Updates
NEXT Exam Schedule 2026 Announced by NBE
The National Board of Examinations (NBE) has officially announced the NEXT 2026 exam schedule. Step 1 is scheduled for June 2026 and Step 2 for September 2026. Students should begin preparation immediately.
NMC Eligibility Certificate Process — Updated Guidelines
The National Medical Commission has updated the eligibility certificate application process for students returning from abroad. Online applications are now mandatory, with physical submissions discontinued from April 2026.
All FMGE / NEXT Updates
NEXT Exam Schedule 2026 Announced by NBE
The National Board of Examinations (NBE) has officially announced the NEXT 2026 exam schedule. Step 1 is scheduled for June 2026 and Step 2 for September 2026. Students should begin preparation immediately.
FMGE December 2025 Result Published
NBE has published the FMGE December 2025 results. The overall pass rate stands at 28.4%, with students from Russia and Georgia showing the highest success rates among foreign medical graduates.
NMC Eligibility Certificate Process — Updated Guidelines
The National Medical Commission has updated the eligibility certificate application process for students returning from abroad. Online applications are now mandatory, with physical submissions discontinued from April 2026.
NEXT Exam Syllabus Revised for 2026 — Key Changes
NBE has released the revised NEXT exam syllabus for 2026. Key changes include increased weightage for clinical reasoning in Step 1 and expanded surgical competency assessment in Step 2.
FMGE Passing Rate Statistics — 2025 Annual Report
NBE has released the 2025 FMGE annual statistical report. A total of 22,847 candidates appeared across two sittings. Country-wise, Russia (34%) and Georgia (31%) led pass rates. Kyrgyzstan improved significantly to 27%.
NBE Official Notice — NEXT Exam Pattern Change 2026
NBE has officially notified changes to the NEXT exam pattern effective from the 2026 batch. The new pattern introduces competency-based assessment replacing the traditional MCQ format in Step 2.
FMGE Statistics — 2025
Pass rate data from the NBE 2025 annual statistical report.
22,847
Candidates (2025)
28.4%
Overall Pass Rate
34%
Russia Pass Rate
31%
Georgia Pass Rate
FMGE / NEXT Eligibility Checklist
All of the following must be satisfied before you can appear for FMGE or NEXT:
NEXT vs FMGE — Key Differences
FMGE (Existing)
Single paper MCQ-based screening test. Passing threshold: 150/300 marks. Students who graduated before NEXT rollout may still appear for FMGE.
NEXT (New Framework)
Two-step competency-based exam. Step 1 (theory) and Step 2 (clinical). Applicable from 2026 batch onwards. Replaces FMGE progressively.
Path to Practice in India — 4 Steps
Complete MBBS + Internship
54 weeks rotating internship in India
Apply for FMGE/NEXT
Register via NBE portal, pay application fee
Appear for Exam
June or December sitting (NEXT: June & September)
Pass & Get Registered
Submit result to State Medical Council for registration
Prepare for FMGE/NEXT from Day One
Horizon Edu counsellors guide students on FMGE preparation strategies from Year 1 of MBBS — not just during the final year.