- NBEMS will conduct the DNB Final Theory Examination for the December 2026 session on November 19, 20, 21 and 22, 2026. Online applications are open from September 23 to October 12.
New Delhi. : The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) will conduct the DNB Final Theory Examination for the December 2026 session on November 19, 20, 21 and 22, 2026. The examination will be held at various examination centres across the country.
NBEMS has also opened the online application window for candidates appearing in the Theory and Practical Examination as well as candidates appearing for the Only Practical Examination.
The online application process began on September 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM and will remain open until October 12, 2026, up to 11:55 PM.
DNB Final Exam December 2026 Important Dates
Candidates should note the following dates:
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Information Bulletin available: September 23, 2026, from 5:00 PM onwards
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Online application begins: September 23, 2026, from 5:00 PM onwards
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Last date to submit application: October 12, 2026, up to 11:55 PM
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DNB Final Theory Examination: November 19, 20, 21 and 22, 2026
The notice covers online applications for:
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Theory and Practical Examination
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Only Practical Examination
DNB Final Examination Application 2026
Candidates who are eligible to appear for the DNB Final Examination December 2026 session can complete the application process through the official NBEMS examination system.
Candidates have been advised to read the DNB Final Examination Information Bulletin carefully before submitting the application form.
NBEMS has specifically advised candidates not to wait until the last date to complete the online application process.
No request for acceptance of an application through any mode after the prescribed application window closes will be entertained by NBEMS.
Eligibility, Fee and Examination Scheme
The NBEMS notice directs candidates to refer to the Information Bulletin for detailed information regarding:
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Eligibility criteria
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Fee structure
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Examination scheme
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Other examination-related requirements
The information provided in the notice does not specify these details separately.
Candidates should therefore check the Information Bulletin before proceeding with their application.
DNB Final Examination 2026: Application Support
For issues related to the online application process, candidates can contact NBEMS Candidate Care Support.
The support mechanism covers queries related to:
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Application form submission
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Refund of failed transactions
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Payment gateway-related issues
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Other application-related technical concerns
NBEMS Candidate Care Support: +91-7996165333
Candidates can also write to NBEMS through the helpline portal accessible through the applicant login.
Queries Related to Eligibility and Documents
For questions concerning eligibility or required documents, candidates have been advised to use the NBEMS Communication Web Portal.
Candidates should use the official communication mechanism rather than relying on information circulated through unofficial sources.
NBEMS Advises Candidates to Avoid Unverified Information
NBEMS has advised candidates to rely only on information published through its official communication channels.
Candidates have specifically been advised not to rely on:
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Rumours
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Unverified social media posts
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Messages circulated by third parties
Candidates should verify examination-related information through the official NBEMS website and its authorised communication channels.
DNB Final Examination December 2026: Key Facts
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Examination: DNB Final Examination
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Session: December 2026
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Conducting body: National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences
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Theory examination dates: November 19, 20, 21 and 22, 2026
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Examination centres: Various centres across the country
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Information Bulletin: Available from September 23, 2026
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Application start: September 23, 2026, 5:00 PM
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Application deadline: October 12, 2026, 11:55 PM
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Application categories: Theory and Practical Examination / Only Practical Examination
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Candidate support: +91-7996165333
Important Instructions for DNB Candidates
Candidates appearing for the DNB Final Examination December 2026 session should:
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Read the Information Bulletin carefully before applying.
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Check the prescribed eligibility criteria and document requirements.
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Complete the online application within the specified deadline.
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Avoid waiting until the final day to submit the application.
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Keep payment and application-related records safely.
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Contact NBEMS through the official support channels for application or payment-related problems.
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Use the NBEMS Communication Web Portal for eligibility and document-related queries.
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Rely only on official NBEMS information and avoid unverified third-party messages.
FAQs
1. When will the DNB Final Theory Examination December 2026 be conducted?
The DNB Final Theory Examination will be conducted on November 19, 20, 21 and 22, 2026.
2. Who will conduct the DNB Final Examination December 2026?
The examination will be conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS).
3. When does DNB Final Examination registration begin?
The online application process begins on September 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
4. What is the last date to apply for DNB Final Examination December 2026?
The last date for online application submission is October 12, 2026, up to 11:55 PM.
5. Is the DNB Final Examination being conducted only for theory candidates?
The notice provides an online application window for both Theory and Practical Examination and Only Practical Examination candidates.
6. Where will the DNB Final Theory Examination be conducted?
The examination will be held at various examination centres across the country.
7. Where can candidates check the DNB Final Examination eligibility criteria?
Candidates should refer to the DNB Final Examination Information Bulletin for detailed eligibility criteria.
8. Where can candidates find the DNB Final Examination fee details?
The fee structure is provided in the Information Bulletin issued by NBEMS.
9. What is the NBEMS Candidate Care Support number?
Candidates can contact NBEMS Candidate Care Support at +91-7996165333 for application submission, failed transaction refund and payment gateway-related issues.
10. Where should candidates raise eligibility or document-related queries?
Eligibility and document-related queries should be submitted through the NBEMS Communication Web Portal.
11. Can candidates submit applications after the application window closes?
NBEMS has stated that requests to accept applications through any mode after the prescribed application submission window closes will not be entertained.
12. What sources should candidates rely on for DNB Final Examination updates?
Candidates should rely only on information published on the official NBEMS website or communicated through official NBEMS communication channels.
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