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There are five different position types in the Main Residency Match: Categorical, "C"; Primary, "M"; Preliminary, "P"; Advanced, "A"; and Reserved, "R".
Shining a Light on Match News that Matters This issue of the Illuminator includes: Ranking Opens February 2 at 12 p.m. ET for the 2026 Main Residency Match® Explore NRMP’s support guides, videos, and resources about entering and certifying rank order lists for programs and applicants. Please remember: Assistance is available from the NRMP Support…
Shining a Light on Match News that Matters This issue of the Illuminator includes: NRMP® Update on the Congressional Inquiry The National Resident Matching Program® (NRMP®) has published a Letter to the Community from President and CEO Dr. Donna Lamb offering essential insight into the recent congressional inquiry surrounding the transition to residency and the…
Shining a Light on Match News that Matters This issue of the Illuminator includes: You Asked, We Listened: New Offerings from the NRMP® The NRMP is grateful for the continued engagement and thoughtful conversation we have received over the past few months! Based on your feedback, we are shaping multiple initiatives to enhance the transition…
Shining a Light on Match News that Matters This issue of the Illuminator includes: NRMP® Biannual DIO Call is November 10 NRMP President and CEO, Dr. Donna Lamb, and staff will host the biannual NRMP-DIO Zoom call on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 6 p.m. ET. The discussion will include updates on the 2026 Main…
Stay Informed. Stay Compliant. Support a Fair Match! Each year, thousands of applicants, programs, and medical schools participate in the Main Residency Match®. The National Resident Matching Program® (NRMP®) is committed to ensuring a transparent and fair process for all participants. To help participants understand and meet their obligations under the Match Participation Agreement, NRMP…
Shining a Light on Match News that Matters This issue of the Illuminator includes: Know Before You Go! 2025 NRMP Conference We look forward to seeing you next week at the NRMP 2025 Transition to Residency conference at the Westin DC Downtown! Before you arrive make sure you: A very limited number of spots remain,…
Dear Medical School Officials and Administrators, The National Resident Matching Program® (NRMP®) is pleased to welcome you to the 2026 Main Residency Match®! Registration opens at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, September 15. Below is information on getting started as well as links to important resources. The NRMP is looking forward to a great Match! Match Calendars and…
Shining a Light on Match News that Matters This issue of the Illuminator includes: 2026 Main Residency Match® Registration for Medical Schools and Applicants Opens on September 15 The 2026 Main Residency Match registration for medical schools and applicants will begin on Monday, September 15, at 12 p.m. ET. Once registration begins, medical school officials…