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NMC Regulations for MBBS Abroad 2026

Every regulation an Indian student must know before choosing MBBS abroad in 2026.

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NMC (National Medical Commission) regulates which foreign MBBS degrees are valid for NExT exam eligibility in India. Key 2026 rules: NEET mandatory, IMED-listed college required, 54-month MD + 12-month internship, English medium strongly preferred, 12th PCB 50% minimum.

NMC 2026 โ€” 6 Non-Negotiable Rules

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NEET Is Mandatory

No NEET qualification = no MBBS abroad + no NExT eligibility. This is absolute. No exceptions under NMC 2026 rules.

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IMED-Listed College

The foreign medical college must be in the IMED directory (imed.faimer.org). Unlisted colleges = degree not recognized.

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54-Month MD Program

The MD/MBBS program must be at least 54 months (4.5 years). Shorter programs are not eligible for NExT.

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12-Month Internship

A 12-month clinical internship must be completed. NMC mandates this before NExT eligibility.

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12th PCB 50% Minimum

Minimum 50% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology in Class 12. 40% for SC/ST/OBC categories.

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NExT Exam on Return

All foreign medical graduates must clear NExT (Step 1 + Step 2) to obtain Indian medical registration.

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