NBEMS-Accredited FNB Pain Medicine Seats in India (2025)

The field of Pain Medicine in India is rapidly evolving, and 2025 marks a defining year for its growth. The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially accredited select hospitals and institutes across India to offer FNB Pain Medicine seats — a significant move that reinforces Pain Medicine as a structured superspeciality.

This initiative establishes academic recognition, standardised training, and competency-based assessments for physicians aspiring to become pain specialists.

Below, we present the updated list of NBEMS-accredited FNB Pain Medicine seats in India (2025), along with a state-wise graphical analysis prepared by the Asian Pain Academy.

🏥 List of NBEMS-Accredited Institutes for FNB Pain Medicine (2025)

Institute Name	Location	Seats	Accreditation Validity
Apollo Hospital	Chennai, Tamil Nadu	1	June 2029
Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences	Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh	2	June 2030
Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Super Speciality Post Graduate Institute (Affiliated to GSVM Medical College)	Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh	1	June 2030
Jagjivan Ram Railway Hospital	Mumbai, Maharashtra	1	June 2029
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital	New Delhi	2	June 2027
South Eastern Railways Central Hospital	Kolkata, West Bengal	1	June 2028
Tamil Nadu Government Multi-Super Specialty Hospital	Chennai, Tamil Nadu	2	June 2027

✨ Total Seats: 10✨ Total Institutes: 7

State-Wise Distribution of FNB Pain Medicine Seats in India (2025)

The following chart illustrates the state-wise distribution of accredited FNB Pain Medicine seats in India (2025).

• Tamil Nadu – 3 seats (Apollo + TN Govt. MSS Hospital)

• Uttar Pradesh – 3 seats (RML Lucknow + GSVM Kanpur)

• Delhi – 2 seats (Sir Ganga Ram Hospital)

• Maharashtra – 1 seat (Jagjivan Ram Railway Hospital)

• West Bengal – 1 seat (South Eastern Railways Hospital)

Bar Chart Representation

Why the Launch of FNB Pain Medicine Seats in India Matters

The recognition of FNB Pain Medicine by NBEMS is a monumental step toward developing structured postgraduate training in pain care. Until recently, pain physicians primarily relied on short-term fellowships or international certifications like FIPP (Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice) and CIPS (Certified Interventional Pain Sonologist).

With FNB accreditation, India now ensures:

• Standardised Curriculum – Evidence-based modules with competency-driven assessment.

• National Recognition – NBEMS-approved superspeciality credential in Pain Medicine.

• Skill Development – Exposure to ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and interventional techniques.

• Academic Mobility – Alignment with global training standards.

  
  

Role of the Asian Pain Academy in Advancing Pain Medicine Education

At Asian Pain Academy (APA), we believe that structured education is the foundation of clinical excellence. APA complements NBEMS programs through:

• 6-Month Fellowship in Ultrasound-Guided Procedures in Pain Medicine

• 1-Year Fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine (Ultrasound + Fluoroscopy)

• Hands-on Workshops for small batches with real patient models

• Exam Mentorship for FIPP, CIPS, and FNB Pain Medicine aspirants

• Global Alumni Network spanning over 10+ countries

  
  

APA’s mission aligns with NBEMS’s goal — to create a new generation of physicians proficient in diagnosis, imaging, and interventional pain care.

Takeaways

✅ FNB Pain Medicine seats in India (2025): 10

✅ Accredited Institutes: 7 across 5 states

✅ Top States: Tamil Nadu & Uttar Pradesh lead with 3 seats each

✅ National Recognition: Superspeciality credential by NBEMS

✅ Training Partners: Private, Government & Central Institutions