FMGE 2026 Eligibility: Age, Qualification, Nationality & Attempt Limits
FMGE 2026 eligibility explained — minimum age, maximum age, educational qualification, nationality rules, attempt limits, reservation categories. Based on the latest official notification.
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FMGE 2026 eligibility criteria
Indian citizens or Overseas Citizens of India holding a primary medical qualification (MBBS or equivalent) from a medical institution listed in the WHO World Directory of Medical Schools or recognized by the respective country's competent authority. The medical college and university awarding the degree must be recognized by the country's medical regulatory body. Candidates must have completed their internship or be eligible to complete it before the examination. Candidates with medical degrees from China (and certain other countries) need to have studied and completed the entire MBBS programme in that country (no credit transfer allowed).
Before you apply
- Confirm your Class 12 stream matches the required subject combination.
- Check the maximum age limit on the application date (not the exam date).
- Keep scans of photo ID, mark sheets, category certificate, and passport-size photo ready.