The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) is conducting the Formative Assessment Test (FAT) 2026 for DNB Post Diploma courses (2025 admission session) on 10 June 2026 (theory exam). Schedules for other courses (DNB/DrNB/FNB/NBEMS Diploma) will be announced later.
Key Dates
Process Timeline Institutions Apply 04 May 2026 (3 PM) to 24 May 2026 (11:55 PM) Trainees Apply 04 May 2026 (3 PM) to 25 May 2026 (11:55 PM) Test City Intimation ~Early June 2026 Admit Card 06-Jun-26 Theory Exam 10 June 2026
Details
- Eligibility/Fees/Scheme: Check natboard.edu.in Information Bulletin (PDF).
- Mandatory: Required for final exit exam eligibility (1 FAT for Post Diploma).
- Apply: Via natboard.edu.in (ongoing; hospitals/trainees register separately).
- FAT 2026 Assessment Components
| Part | Description | Timeline |
| Part-I: Theory Exam | National CBT/computer-based test held simultaneously across India | 10-Jun-26 |
| Part-II: Clinical Assessment | Workplace-based practical evaluation at designated NBEMS exam centers | After theory exam (dates TBD via admit card) |
| Part-III: Performance Counselling | Workshop session reviewing theory exam performance and feedback | After theory results declaration (July 2026 expected) |
NBEMS FAT 2026 is mandatory for all trainees (DNB/DrNB/FNB/NBEMS Diploma, 2024 admission onwards)—skipping it disqualifies you from final exit exams. For FAT 2026 (Post Diploma on 10 Jun), registration closes 25 May 2026 (11:55 PM).
Support Contacts
Query Type Contact Method Application/Fee/Payment Issues Call +91-7996165333 or use helpline portal via applicant login (9:30 AM-6 PM till 25 Jul; exam day 7 AM-6 PM) Eligibility/Documents Submit via Communication Web Portal (Contact Us tab on natboard.edu.in)
FAQs NBE FAT exam for DNB Post Diploma Courses
Yes, mandatory for 2024 admission session onwards—skipping disqualifies from final exit exams.
10 June 2026 (Paper I: 9 AM-12 PM; Paper II: 2 PM-5 PM) nationwide.
Institutions: 24 May 2026; Trainees: 25 May 2026 (11:55 PM) via natboard.edu.in.
Part-I: Theory (10 Jun); Part-II: Clinical at centres; Part-III: Performance counselling workshop post-results.
Both—hospitals add trainees/pay fees first; trainees then upload photo/signature/select city.
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