DNB Final Practical Exam December 2026: Application Deadline Extended to December 22

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has extended the application deadline for the DNB Final Examination, Only Practical, December 2026 session. Eligible candidates can now submit their applications until December 22, 2026, at 11:55 PM. The extension gives candidates additional time to complete the application process for the practical-only examination.

The extension applies specifically to the Only Practical category. Candidates should read the official notice carefully and verify that their examination category matches the one covered by the revised deadline. Updates are available through the official NBEMS examination portal.

DNB Final Practical Exam December 2026: Revised Deadline

NBEMS announced the application extension through its examination notice dated October 13, 2026. Candidates eligible for the Only Practical examination should complete the application process before the revised deadline.

Note: The extension is for the Only Practical examination. Candidates applying for both theory and practical examinations should check the applicable schedule in the official DNB December 2026 session notice.

How to Apply for the DNB Final Practical Exam 2026

Eligible candidates can follow these steps to complete their applications:

1. Visit the official NBEMS DNB examination portal.
2. Open the DNB December 2026 session section.
3. Access the application link and sign in or proceed as instructed.
4. Complete the required application details and upload the prescribed documents.
5. Pay the applicable examination fee and review the form.
6. Submit the application before December 22, 2026, at 11:55 PM.
7. Save the confirmation and payment details for future reference.

Candidates should use the application facility specified in the official notice. They should also verify their eligibility and ensure that the information entered matches their examination records.

Which Candidates Should Check This Extension?

The revised deadline is relevant to candidates eligible to apply for the DNB Final December 2026 examination under the Only Practical category. Applicants should confirm their eligibility and required documents before submitting the form.

Candidates with questions about eligibility, documentation or application submission should consult NBEMS through its official Communication Web Portal. They should avoid relying on unofficial messages or assuming that the extension applies to every DNB examination category.

What Should Applicants Do Next?

Eligible candidates should complete the application well before the revised deadline and retain proof of submission. They should regularly check the NBEMS portal for further examination notices, practical examination instructions and any updates relevant to their category.

Candidates should also distinguish the application deadline from the practical examination date. The deadline extension concerns submission of the application and does not, by itself, announce a change to the examination schedule.

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