The Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) January 2026 results are expected to be released soon by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). The result announcement will be made on the official NBEMS website, natboard.edu.in, once finalized, likely by mid-February 2026. FMGE is a mandatory screening test for candidates with primary medical qualifications from outside India who wish to obtain a licence to practise medicine in the country. Those who have appeared in the January 2026 session of FMGE are currently awaiting results and scorecards, which will indicate their performance and qualifying status.
FMGE 2026 Result Date and Expected Timeline
Although NBEMS has not officially confirmed an exact date, multiple reports and exam analysts indicate that the FMGE January 2026 result will be declared by mid-February 2026 on the official portal Once the result is announced, candidates will be able to download the FMGE 2026 scorecard online, which will display individual marks, qualifying status, and other exam details.
How to Check FMGE 2026 Result and Download Scorecard?
Candidates who appeared in the FMGE January 2026 session will need to follow these steps once the result is live:
- Visit the official FMGE/NBEMS portal: natboard.edu.in
- Navigate to the FMGE result section
- Enter Application Number/Roll Number and Date of Birth
- View the result and download the scorecard PDF for future reference
The scorecard will show section-wise marks, total marks, and whether the candidate has qualified the screening test based on the cutoff criteria.
FMGE Qualifying Criteria and Cutoff Information
The FMGE exam has a total of 300 marks, and candidates must secure at least 150 marks (50%) to be deemed qualified, regardless of category, as per past requirements and official guidelines. Meeting this qualifying score enables successful candidates to proceed with post-result formalities, including registration procedures required to practise medicine in India.
What Happens After Result Declaration?
After the FMGE result is published and scorecards are available for download, successful candidates will need to follow the verification process for official documentation. Qualified candidates are typically required to submit original credentials and complete verification with NBEMS or relevant authorities before receiving the formal pass certificate. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official NBEMS website for updates and official notifications regarding result declaration, scorecard downloads, cutoff details, and subsequent steps in the licencing and registration process.