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NBE FET

National Board of Examinations Fellowship Entrance Test

Form Date: 06 Jan - 27 Jan 2027 (Tentative)

Computer Based Test

Form Date: 06 Jan - 27 Jan 2027

NBE FET Basic Information

  • Application Fee:₹ 4,425
  • Examination Modes:Computer Based Test
  • Exam Conducting Body:National Board of Examinations (NBE)

NEET NBE FET 2027: Admit Card,Exam Date, Eligibility

Updated On - October 03 2026 by Abhinandan Singh

NEET NBE FET 2023 Application form was released on 6 January 2023, and the exam was held on 10 February 2023. For the upcoming cycle, NEET NBE FET 2027 is an eligibility-cum-entrance examination that will be conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). FET offers admission to the Post Doctoral Programme of 2 years across India. This national-level examination is held once a year, and all fellowship courses offered are associated with NBE. The Fellowship Entrance Test (FET) serves as a qualifying-cum-ranking examination — it is the single entrance examination for admission to various Fellowship (FNB) courses of the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences. Read on for full details of NEET NBE FET 2027, including the application form, eligibility criteria, admit card, and exam dates.

Latest Updates

  • Application From was released on 6 January 2023 and closed on January 27, 2023.
  • The admit card is released on 4th February 2023.
  • The final corrections in the images uploaded were done during the selective/final edit window from 1st February 2023 to 2nd February 2023.
  • NBE FET Examination will be conducted on February 10, 2023. 
  • NBE FET results will be displayed on February 28, 2023.

NEET NBE FET 2027 Exam Status

National Board of Examination Fellowship Entrance Test  Status
ParticularsStatus
Application form6 January 2027 (tentative)
NEET NBE FET 2027 official notification Expected to be announced by NBE

NEET NBE FET 2027 Exam Dates 

Candidates can look into all the important dates for NEET NBE FET 2027 from the table below.
FET Entrance Exam 2027 Schedule (Tentative)
EventsDates (Tentative)
Application start date6 January 2027 (tentative)
Application last date27 January 2027 (tentative)
Correction windowExpected to be announced by NBE
Final edit windowExpected to be announced by NBE
Admit CardExpected to be announced by NBE
Exam date10 February 2027 (tentative)
Result announcement date28 February 2027 (tentative)

What is the NBE FET? 

The NBE Fellowship Entrance Test (FET) is a medical specialist entrance test conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). It is an online exam that tests fundamental and speciality-specific knowledge, concepts, methods, and procedures. FET 2027 is an essential first step for any aspiring orthopaedician, neurosurgeon, or radiologist — it is designed to assess each specialist's ability to apply knowledge acquired through postgraduate and speciality training.

NEET NBE FET 2027 Application Form

NEET NBE FET 2027 Application Form is tentatively expected to open on 6 January 2027. The process for filling out the application form is outlined below:
  • Candidates can download the NBE FET 2027 application form from the official website once it is released.
  • The application form must be filled in online mode only.
  • Candidates must provide all the information requested in the form.
  • Mention only correct and valid information — submitting inaccurate details may lead to disqualification from further stages of the process.
  • Multiple applications from the same candidate will be summarily rejected.
  • Keep all required documents ready, along with a soft copy of the photograph and signature, before starting the online application.

NEET NBE FET 2027 Application Fee

The vital information regarding the NEET NBE FET 2027 application fee is given below:
  • The Application fee for NEET NBE FET 2027 could be paid through both Online modes only.
  • Once the Application form was filled and submitted, the candidates could pay the fee.
  • Candidates had to pay Rs. 4250/- excluding GST and other charges for Fellowship Entrance Exam.
  • Candidates could pay their fees through credit cards, debit cards, or net banking.

NEET NBE FET 2027 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must check the NBE FET 2027 Eligibility Criteria before filling out the application form. The eligibility criteria are listed below:
  • Candidates must have completed their Post Graduate Medical Degree/ Provisional Pass Certificate (MS/MD/DM) by the qualifying date specified in the official 2027 notification.
  • A permanent registration certificate of MBBS qualification is mandatory.
  • Candidates whose qualifying exam results are awaited beyond the cut-off date stated in the official notification will not be eligible to apply.
  • Candidates already pursuing DM/MCh or DNB/FNB courses are not eligible to apply for the FET exam.
 Apart from all this, the eligibility criteria were different for every sub-speciality. The eligibility criteria are prescribed below:  
NBE FET Eligibility Requirements
S. No.
Sub-speciality
Crucial Qualifications
1
Infection Disease
DNB / MD (Medicine)
2
Trauma Care
DNB / MS (General Surgery) / DNB / MS (Ortho) / DNB / MCH (Neuro Surgery) / DNB / MD (Anaesth)
3
Spine Surgery
DNB / MS (Ortho) / DNB / MCH (Neuro Surgery)
4
High-Risk Pregnancy and Perinatology
DNB / MD (Ont. Gyna)
5
Laboratory Medicine
DNB / MD (Pathology / Microbiology / Biochemistry)
6
Paediatrics Intensive Care
DNB / MD (Paediatrics)
7
Paediatrics Hemato Oncology
DNB / MD (Paediatrics)
8
Paediatrics Cardiology
DNB / MD (Paediatrics) / DNB / MD (Cardiology)
9
Hand and Micro Surgery
DNB / MCH (Plastic Surgery) / DNB / MS (Ortho)  / DNB /) / MS (General Surgery)
10
Reproductive Medicine
DNB / MD (Obs. Gyn)
11
Cardiac Anaesthesia
DNB / MD (Anaesth)
12
Critical Care Medicine
DNB / Md (Medicine) / DNB / MD (Anaesth) / DNB / MD (Res. Medicine)
13
Vitreo – Retinal Surgery
DNB / MS (Ophtal)
14
Minimum Access Surgery
DNB / MS (General Surgery)
15
Interventional Cardiology
DNB / DM (Cardiology)

Candidates were advised to check the official website or this page for the latest updates or any sort of changes in the eligibility criteria for the upcoming exam.

NEET NBE FET 2027 Exam Pattern

Before starting preparation, candidates should study the exam pattern carefully. The NBE FET 2027 exam pattern below is based on the most recently available pattern from the previous year's examination.

NBE Fellowship Entrance Test 2027 Question Format
Exam Duration105 minutes (Part A – 45 minutes and Part B – 60 minutes)
Exam TypeComputer Based Test
Total number of Questions100 Questions
Question typeMultiple Choice Question 
Marking Scheme
  • Four marks will be awarded to correct the response.
  • One mark will be deducted for an incorrect response.
  • No marks will be deducted for unattempted questions.

This exam is conducted in two parts - Part A and Part B. 40% of the questions shall be from all the eligible feeder broad or speciality courses and the remaining 60% shall be from the Fellowship course selected by the candidate at the time of online submission of the application form. Candidates are advised to check the official website or this page for the latest updates or any sort of changes in the exam pattern in the upcoming exam.

Exam Pattern
SectionNo. of questionTotal Marks
Part – A40160
Part – B60240

NEET NBE FET 2027 Preparation Tips

While preparing for the NBE Fellowship Entrance Test, candidates can follow the below tips for preparation:

  1. Plan a schedule and prepare a timetable accordingly. Try to give equal time to each subject & topic.
  2. Focus on the topics you find difficult first. Do not try to leave difficult portions unattempted. Rather give those parts of the syllabus more time and focus.
  3. Candidates must be having an idea about the exam pattern & syllabus during preparations. 
  4. To have a better idea about the format and pattern of the exam, try to solve the previous 4-5 years' question papers and also the sample papers.

NEET NBE FET 2027 Admit Card

The information about NBE FET Admit Card 2027 is given hereby:
  • The admit card for NBE FET 2027 is expected to be released before the exam date; candidates should check the official website for the exact date.
  • Candidates can download their admit card/hall ticket from the official website.
  • Candidates must download their admit cards on their own.
  • The conducting authority will not dispatch admit cards by post.
  • Candidates must carry their admit card along with a valid photo ID on the day of the examination.
  • Entry to the examination hall will not be permitted without a valid admit card and photo ID.

NEET NBE FET 2027 Result

NEET NBE FET 2027 Results are tentatively expected on 28 February 2027. Key details about the NBE FET 2027 results are given below:
  •   The candidates scoring 50% marks and above in the NBE FET entrance exam will be considered qualified.
  •   The scorecard will be issued to the candidates and it would be valid for that academic session only.
  •   The results can be checked from the official website of NBE.

NEET NBE FET 2027 Counselling

The candidates who will qualify NBE FET exam 2027 with a minimum of 50th percentile are eligible to participate in the NEET NBE FET 2027 Counselling Session. NBE conducts a centralized merit-based admission or counselling process for NEET NBE FET 2027. The candidates will also have to feature in the merit list of NBE FET 2027 to be eligible for the counselling process. The detailed counselling process of NBE FET 2027 is updated here, and all the basic details about the counselling process of NEET NBE FET 2027 can be checked here. NBE FET Clubbed Fellowship Programmes

Given below is the list of fellowship programs, which have been clubbed by NBE. Both the following clubbed fellowship programs will have the same question paper.

Groups
Group AArthroplastySports MedicineSpine Surgery
Group BBreast ImagingCross-Sectional Body Imaging’Body MR Imaging

How to Prepare for the NBE FET 2027?

Preparing well for the National Board of Examinations' Fellowship Entrance Test (FET) significantly improves your chances of success. Start by thoroughly understanding the syllabus, exam pattern, and other key details. Practise with previous years' question papers and mock tests, and use standard reference materials to strengthen your subject knowledge. Track your progress regularly and set aside dedicated time for revision before the exam. A structured, consistent approach is the most effective way to perform well in FET 2027.

NEET NBE FET 2027 Highlights

Below is the important information or highlights given for the NBE Exam which candidates can refer to for a quick view:

NBE FET Details
Exam Name

National Board of Examinations Fellowship Entrance Test 2027 [NBE FET]

Conducting Body

National Board of Examination

Level

National Level

Course
Post Doctoral FNB Programme
FET Official website

https://www.natboard.edu.in/

or

https://nbe.edu.in/ 

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Exam Mode

Online (CBT)

Exam Purpose
To offer admission to Post Doctoral FNB Programme

Stay connected for all updates on the National Board of Examinations Fellowship Entrance Test 2027 [NBE FET], conducted by the National Board of Examinations.

About the National Board of Examination

The National Board of Examinations (NBE) is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (India), established in 1975 in New Delhi as a Society under the Delhi Society registration act, to standardise postgraduate medical education and examination in India. PG degree awarded by the National Board of Examinations is called the Diplomate of National Board (DNB). The list of recognized qualifications awarded by the Board in various specialities and super-specialities is approved by the Government of India and is included in the First Schedule of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956. The National Board of Examinations conducts the largest portfolio of examinations in the field of medicine in India and perhaps at a Global level.

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NBE FET Important Dates

TitleDates
NBE FET 2027 Form Date06 Jan - 27 Jan 2027 (Tentative)
Admit Card Downloading Date04 Feb 2023
NBE FET Date10 Feb 2027 (Tentative)
Result Date28 Feb 2027 (Tentative)

National Board of Examinations Fellowship Entrance Test Exam Pattern

Paper 1
Exam Duration:

2 hours

Total Marks:

100

Question Paper Type :

Multiple Choice Questions

Negative Marking:

No

S.No
Subjects
Questions
Marks
Total
1---1001100

Frequently Asked Questions

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Form Start Date:

06 Jan 2027

Form End Date:

27 Jan 2027

The forms will open on 06 Jan 2027

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Examination Date (Online):

10 Feb 2027

Application Fees:

₹ 4,425

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