The NBEMS Fellowship Entrance Test (FET) 2026 is the national-level entrance exam for admission to various Post-Doctoral FNB (Fellow of National Board) and FNB-PD sub-specialty courses in India.
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The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially released the notification and application schedule for the 2025-26 session.
Important Dates for FET 2026
The application window is currently open. Candidates are advised to adhere to the following timelines:
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | January 14, 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | January 14, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | February 3, 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Edit Window (General) | February 6 to February 9, 2026 |
| Final Edit Window (Images) | February 17 to February 19, 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | March 10, 2026 |
| FET 2026 Exam Date | March 14, 2026 (Saturday) |
| Declaration of Result | By April 14, 2026 |
📝 Exam Pattern & Scheme
The FET is a computer-based test (CBT) designed to evaluate the candidate’s proficiency in their chosen sub-specialty.
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Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
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Total Time: 105 minutes (1 hour 45 minutes).
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Exam Timing: 09:00 AM to 10:45 AM.
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Marking Scheme: * +4 marks for every correct answer.
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-1 mark for every incorrect answer (Negative Marking).
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Qualifying Criteria: Candidates must secure a minimum of the 50th percentile in their respective specialty to qualify for counseling.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
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Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a recognized postgraduate degree (MD/MS/DNB) or post-doctoral degree (DM/MCh/DrNB) in the concerned specialty.
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Cut-off Date: The candidate must have passed the qualifying degree on or before December 31, 2025.
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Registration: Must be registered with the National Medical Commission (NMC) or a State Medical Council (SMC).
🚀 How to Apply
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Official Website: Visit natboard.edu.in or nbe.edu.in.
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Registration: Click on the “FET 2025-26” link and create a User ID and Password.
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Application Form: Fill in personal, educational, and registration details.
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Upload Documents: Upload a recent photograph (white background), scanned signature, and thumb impression.
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Fee Payment: Pay the examination fee (approx. ₹3500 + GST) via online mode.
💰 Fellowship Benefits
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Duration: The fellowship training is typically 2 years (full-time).
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Stipend: Candidates receive a monthly stipend ranging from ₹1 Lakh to ₹1.25 Lakh, depending on the institution’s rules.
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Qualification: Successful completion leads to the award of the Fellow of National Board (FNB) degree.