National Resident Matching Program

02/02/2026

Ranking is open for the 2026 Main Residency Match in the N**P's R3 system!

Applicant resources: https://ow.ly/GqCo50Y7IlY
Residency program resources: https://ow.ly/K2fz50Y7IlX

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02/02/2026

The February Illuminator newsletter is published! https://ow.ly/RnbU50Y7ylh

Read the newsletter for ranking reminders and tips, upcoming webinars, careers, and more!

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This issue of the Illuminator includes: Explore N**P’s support guides, videos, and resources about entering and certifying rank order lists for programs and applicants. Please remember: Assistance is…

02/01/2026

Let's talk about rank order lists!

Learn tips and strategies from resident physicians about how they created their in this video: https://ow.ly/gOft50Y6wq2

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Let's talk about rank order lists! Learn tips from previous Match applicants about how they created their rank order list and what advice program directors a...

01/30/2026

Final Reminder for Main Residency Match Applicants! January 30 is the standard registration deadline. Make sure to register before 11:59 pm ET tonight to avoid the $50 late fee.

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01/29/2026

Have you seen N**P’s advising videos from resident physicians? They are short and focus on specific topics such as ranking, Match Week, SOAP, and more!

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Official YouTube Channel of the National Resident Matching Program (N**P).

01/28/2026

📢 Residency Program Webinar! View the "Ranking Applicants in the 2026 Main Residency Match" webinar and presentations slides: https://ow.ly/K1m050Y4XTX.

Learn about the ranking process, program staff roles and responsibilities, upcoming deadlines, and policy info!

Chief of Match Operations Jeanette Calli and Director of Policy and Compliance Joy Gaabucayan recently hosted an educational webinar designed to assist program staff with ranking in the 2026 Main…

01/28/2026

Final Reminder for Residency Programs and Institutions! The Quota Change Deadline is January 30 at 11:59 pm ET.

Make sure your individual account is registered with N**P so you can log into the N**P’s R3 system to verify the number of positions in the Match is correct.

01/27/2026

📢Reminder: Programs must be able to demonstrate all policies regarding eligibility and onboarding were provided to all applicants interviewed and also acknowledged by the applicant if matched prior to Rank Order List Certification Deadline! Learn more:

Complete, Timely…

01/27/2026

reminder! A late registration fee of $50 will be charged to any applicant who registers after January 30, the standard registration deadline. Register before January 30 to avoid the late fee!

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01/26/2026

In preparation for ranking opening in one week, watch as resident physicians discuss strategies on how they created their rank order list. It’s a must-watch if you are a applicant!

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01/26/2026

📢 Medical School Webinar! https://ow.ly/a3Ws50Y1XUA

Learn about:
- Verifying graduation credentials of your students and graduates
- Using the R3 system
- Ranking reminders to share with your students
- Policy info

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Chief of Match Operations Jeanette Calli and Director of Policy and Compliance Joy Gaabucayan recently hosted a webinar designed for medical school officials and administrators about verifying…

01/25/2026

Looking for a detailed schedule of Match Week and SOAP? We have calendars and specific resources for each user in !

Residency applicants: https://ow.ly/ztl750Y1Y50
Residency programs and institutions: https://ow.ly/xAXA50Y1Y57
Medical Schools: https://ow.ly/kZyB50Y1Y4Y