The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has published a tentative academic calendar for 2026, detailing the schedule for significant medical examinations, including the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE), set for January 9, 2027. This examination is vital for Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs) who have obtained their medical degrees abroad, as passing it is mandatory to practice medicine in India. The FMGE assesses candidates on pre-clinical, para-clinical, and clinical subjects through a computer-based format. Additionally, the NBEMS has outlined the schedules for various Diplomate of National Board (DNB) and Doctorate of National Board (DrNB) examinations, with key dates including the DNB Final Examination from June 18 to June 21, 2026 and the DrNB Final Examination from August 1 to August 3, 2026. While the schedule is tentative, NBEMS has assured that official confirmations will follow through future bulletins.