Step-by-step guide: return to India after Philippines MBBS, clear NExT, complete internship, get medical registration.
✅ Yes, You Can Practice in India
Philippines MBBS graduates from NMC-approved colleges can practice in India after clearing NExT and completing internship.
Complete MD Degree at UV Gullas
Finish 4.5-year MD programme with minimum 75% attendance each semester.
Apply for NExT Part 1 Registration
Register with NMC/NBE website for NExT Part 1 (theory + MCQ).
Clear NExT Part 1
Prepare from final year of MBBS. Pass marks: 50%.
Get Provisional Registration
After NExT Part 1, NMC issues provisional registration to allow Indian internship.
Complete 12-Month Internship in India
Rotating internship at an NMC-approved hospital in India.
Clear NExT Part 2 (Clinical)
After internship, appear in NExT Part 2 (clinical/OSCE format).
Get Permanent Registration
NMC issues permanent medical registration. You can now legally practice in India.
| Step | Time |
|---|---|
| NExT Part 1 Prep + Exam | 3–6 months |
| Internship | 12 months |
| NExT Part 2 + Registration | 3 months |
| Total After MD | ~18–21 months |
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