The National Medical Commission (NMC) has announced a final opportunity for foreign medical graduates (FMGs) to apply for the Eligibility Certificate required to practice medicine in India. This decision comes after receiving requests from candidates facing technical difficulties during the previous application window. This notice was issued on November 15, 2024 and published on November 18, 2024.
The Eligibility Certificate is mandatory for FMGs to take the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE), a prerequisite for practicing medicine in India.
It may be recalled that candidates were given the last opportunity to apply for the Eligibility Certificate till November 4, 2024. However, the Registration EMRB has received representations from some candidates that due to technical issues, they were not able to submit their applications within this time frame.
Therefore, it has been decided by the EMRB, NMC to give an additional opportunity to the candidates who were not able to submit their applicants earlier for issuance of the Eligibility Certificate. This additional application window aims to ensure that all eligible candidates have a fair chance to obtain the necessary certification.
New Application Window:
- Opens: November 18th, 2024 (11:00 AM onwards)
- Closes: November 25th, 2024 (6:00 PM)
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the NMC website
Incomplete applications will be rejected. Timely application submission is recommended as processing times can be lengthy.
Applications should be filled out meticulously to avoid unnecessary delays.
Avoid visiting the NMC office in person; updates will be sent via email and the online portal.
Requests to reopen the application portal after this final deadline will be considered in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
