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NMC Opens Online Applications for FMGE Eligibility Certificate 2026 from September 1
✍️ NDTV
🗓 29 Aug 2026, 07:39 PM
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The National Medical Commission has announced that online applications for the FMGE Eligibility Certificate 2026 will be accepted starting September 1. Candidates should review eligibility criteria and application deadlines.
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has opened the online portal for the FMGE Eligibility Certificate 2026, allowing foreign medical graduates to apply for the mandatory certification to practice in India.
Applications will be available from September 1, 2024, and candidates are advised to complete the process well before the closing date, which is expected to be a few weeks later. The NMC has reiterated that applicants must meet the eligibility criteria set out in the FMGE guidelines, including holding a recognized medical degree and having passed the FMGE exam.
The application form requires basic personal details, academic credentials, and proof of prior registration with a recognized medical council. Applicants will also need to upload scanned copies of their degree certificates and the FMGE exam result.
Candidates are urged to read the detailed advisory on the NMC website, which outlines the fee structure, required documents, and the process for scheduling the FMGE exam if they have not yet taken it. The commission has also highlighted that late applications may not be accepted, so early submission is recommended.
For more information, applicants can visit the official NMC portal or contact the helpdesk listed on the website.
Applications will be available from September 1, 2024, and candidates are advised to complete the process well before the closing date, which is expected to be a few weeks later. The NMC has reiterated that applicants must meet the eligibility criteria set out in the FMGE guidelines, including holding a recognized medical degree and having passed the FMGE exam.
The application form requires basic personal details, academic credentials, and proof of prior registration with a recognized medical council. Applicants will also need to upload scanned copies of their degree certificates and the FMGE exam result.
Candidates are urged to read the detailed advisory on the NMC website, which outlines the fee structure, required documents, and the process for scheduling the FMGE exam if they have not yet taken it. The commission has also highlighted that late applications may not be accepted, so early submission is recommended.
For more information, applicants can visit the official NMC portal or contact the helpdesk listed on the website.