The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced the exam date for the Fellowship Entrance Test (FET) 2026. The FET 2026 exam will take place on Friday, March 14, 2026 . This important medical entrance test will be held as a computer-based exam in one session, from 9:00 AM to 10:45 AM .
The FET exam is a must-pass test for doctors who want to join advanced medical programs. It helps decide who gets admission to various Post-Doctoral FNB and FNB-PD courses. These are specialized courses for doctors who have already completed their main postgraduate medical degrees like MD, MS, DNB, or DrNB. This announcement is key for many doctors planning their higher medical studies.
Key Details of FET 2026 Exam
Here is a quick look at the main features of the FET 2026 exam:
| Exam Name | Fellowship Entrance Test (FET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Exam Date | March 14, 2026 (Friday) |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Timing | 09:00 AM to 10:45 AM |
| Exam Duration | 105 minutes (1 hour 45 minutes) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ) |
| Exam Medium | English only |
| Negative Marking | Yes |
| Purpose of Exam | Admission to Post-Doctoral FNB and FNB-PD courses |
Who Can Apply for FET 2026?
Doctors who have a postgraduate degree in medicine can apply for FET 2026. This means you must have completed an MD, MS, DNB, or DrNB degree in a related medical field. This exam is for those who wish to specialize further in a particular area of medicine.
Understanding the FET Exam Pattern
The FET exam has two main parts:
- Part 1: This section will ask questions related to General Medicine, Paediatrics, or Surgery. These are broad medical subjects that many doctors study.
- Part 2: This section focuses on the specific medical field you want to specialize in (your chosen fellowship speciality). The questions here will be more detailed and related to your area of interest.
There will be 100 multiple-choice questions in total. You will have 105 minutes to answer all questions. It is important to note that there will be negative marking for wrong answers. This means points will be deducted for incorrect responses, so candidates should answer carefully.
Important Dates for FET 2026 Schedule
While the exam date is fixed for March 14, 2026 , other important dates are yet to be announced. Based on previous years, the online application process for FET 2026 is likely to begin in January 2026 . Candidates can expect their admit cards (hall tickets) to be released about one week before the exam date.
The NBEMS will also announce the exact dates for registration, admit card download, and result declaration. All these updates will be available on the official website.
How to Stay Updated
Students and doctors interested in FET 2026 should regularly check the official NBEMS website. The website address is natboard.edu.in . This is where all official announcements and updates regarding the application process, admit cards, and results will be published. Make sure to visit the official site for accurate and timely information.
