National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Postgraduate)
Gateway to MD, MS & PG Diploma Admissions in India
NEET PG is India’s national postgraduate medical entrance exam for admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma programs in government and recognized private medical colleges.
Exam Level
National
Frequency
Once a year
Mode
Computer-Based
Conducted By
NBEMS
About NEET PG
What is NEET PG?
NEET PG is the national postgraduate medical entrance examination conducted for admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma programs in India. It provides a single, standardized pathway for medical graduates to secure postgraduate seats in government and recognized private medical colleges through a merit-based selection process.
Why Take NEET PG?
NEET PG enables medical graduates to specialize in their chosen field through a transparent, merit-based admission process to reputed postgraduate medical institutions across India, offering access to a wide range of clinical and academic specializations.
Key Highlights
Single national entrance exam for PG medical admissions
Accepted by medical colleges across India
Merit-based centralized counselling process
Wide range of MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses
Accepted by medical colleges across India
Single national entrance exam for PG medical admissions
Sectional time limits enforced
2 Lakh+
Approx Candidates
800
Maximum Score
650+
Medical Colleges Participating
45,000+
PG Medical Seats
Eligibility Criteria
Mandatory
Educational Qualification
MBBS degree from a recognized medical institution
Mandatory
Internship Requirement
Completion of compulsory rotating internship required
Mandatory
Registration Requirement
Valid NMC or State Medical Council registration
Mandatory
Nationality Requirement
Indian nationals and eligible foreign candidates allowed
Flexible
Attempts
No limit on the number of attempts
Flexible
Age Limit
No upper age limit prescribed
Application Process
Visit NBEMS official website
Create login & fill application form
Pay application fee online
Register with email & mobile number
Application Process
Upload required documents
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready before starting your application
Recent Passport-Size Photograph
Valid Photo ID
Class 12 Marksheet (or appearing certificate)
PwD Certificate (if applicable)
Scanned Signature
MBBS Degree / Provisional Certificate
Medical Council Registration Certificate
Scribe Request Letter (if required)
Exam Pattern
Understanding the structure and marking scheme
Sections: All MBBS Subjects
Skills Tested: Clinical knowledge & reasoning
Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test
Marking Scheme: +4 correct, −1 incorrect
Total Marks: 800
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Duration: 3 Hours 30 Minutes
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Important Dates
Keep note of the important dates regarding the examination.
Registration Opens : March
Exam Date : August
Counselling : September
Admit Card Release Date : July
Result Date : August
Preparation
Tips
Build strong concepts from MBBS subjects
Revise high-yield and frequently asked topics
Analyze mock test performance thoroughly
Start Prep
Attempt full-length mock tests regularly
Improve speed, accuracy, and clinical reasoning
Revise high-yield and frequently asked topics
Revise high-yield and frequently asked topics
Top Colleges
Christian Medical College – Vellore
Maulana Azad Medical College – New Delhi
King George’s Medical University – Lucknow
Banaras Hindu University – Institute of Medical Sciences – Varanasi
Madras Medical College – Chennai
Grant Medical College – Mumbai
Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences – Lucknow
Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College AMU – Aligarh
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham – Coimbatore
Kasturba Medical College – Manipal
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