[1] The test is one of the mandatory requirements for an Indian citizen who has a medical degree from a college outside India to practice medicine in the country.
Indian doctors holding basic medical degrees from the above countries have to take the MCI screening test.
[6] This test has generated controversy with accusations that it is unfair and lacks transparency—for example, not allowing examinees to retain their question paper after examination, or not showing the exact marks or answer sheet upon appeal for failure.
[7] This examination is held twice in year in June and December on the third Monday and Tuesday of the month.
Candidates intending to practice in India will have to clear NExT, within two years of completing their medical studies abroad.