The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the exam calendar for 2025. This sets the stage for a busy academic year for many medical students in India and overseas. The announcement includes important dates for major exams such as NEET SS, FMGE, DNB-PDCET, FET, and FDST. These tests are crucial for medical graduates and specialists to obtain licensure and further qualifications in India. The detailed schedule is available on the official NBEMS website at https://natboard.edu.in/. It is designed to give candidates enough time for preparation, travel plans, and necessary paperwork.

The 2025 NBEMS calendar shows the board’s dedication to clarity and effective planning. According to the notice, the NEET SS 2025 exam will take place on November 7 and 8. This important exam will be held in two sessions each day—Session 1 from 9:00 am to 11:30 am and Session 2 from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm—at designated centers across the country. This exam is vital for post-MD/MS candidates who want to enter DM/MCh courses in India.

Another key exam is the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE), which is for Indian citizens with medical degrees from abroad. The December 2025 FMGE session is set for January 17, 2026. It will follow the same two-session format as NEET SS. The FMGE is a required licensure test, and its predictable timing should help overseas graduates arrange their travel and paperwork to return to India on time.

For candidates in Diplomate of National Board (DNB) programs, the board has announced the dates for the DrNB (SS) Final Theory Exam and the DNB (Post MBBS) Final Theory Exam. The DrNB (SS) Final Theory Exam will occur on October 29, 30, and 31, 2025, from Wednesday to Friday, at 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. These exams serve as final tests for super-specialty trainees under NBEMS. The DNB (Post MBBS) Final Theory Exam is planned from December 18 to 21, 2025, during the same time slot over four days, from Thursday to Sunday. These exams are essential for assessing and certifying postgraduate medical training in India.

The Diploma Final Theory Exams are set for early 2026 on January 6, 7, and 8, which are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The exam will be held from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. These diploma programs are often chosen by candidates pursuing shorter courses in clinical specialties and are an important part of the NBEMS certification system.

NBEMS has stated that all exam-related updates—such as information bulletins, application forms, deadlines, correction windows, and admit card announcements—will be available online only. No physical copies will be sent to candidates. This change shows the board’s ongoing shift towards a digital and efficient system of communication.

In another important development, NBEMS conducted the NEET PG 2025 examination on August 3. The exam took place in a single shift across 301 cities and 1,052 test centers in India, making it the largest computer-based test ever held in one shift in the country. A total of 2.42 lakh candidates took part in this postgraduate medical entrance exam, highlighting the demand for specialization and postgraduate education in Indian medicine.

To uphold the integrity of the NEET PG exam, NBEMS assigned over 2,200 faculty members from medical colleges and accredited hospitals to supervise the exam. The board has reiterated its strict stance against malpractice, ensuring fair testing through rigorous protocols and surveillance.

The release of the 2025 exam schedule is a proactive step by NBEMS to help students plan and prepare. The board continues to be a key player in shaping medical education and certification in India, aiming for high standards of academic quality and assessment.

With several months until the main exams, medical aspirants should stay alert and check the official NBEMS website for updates. The structured calendar provides clarity and reduces uncertainty, allowing students to concentrate on their preparation with enough time to fulfill logistical and procedural needs.