NEET PG 2021 Pattern: More questions could be from clinical section, say Experts
National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Post-Graduation 2026 ( NEET PG )
NBE has introduced some changes in NEET PG 2021 pattern which is making candidates a little worried. Read what experts have suggested to them to improve the overall score.
The National Board of Examinations (NBE) on February 23, 2021, started the registration process for NEET PG 2021 exam on its official website nbe.edu.in. Commencement of the NEET PG 2021 application process came as a big relief to candidates who were waiting anxiously for NEET PG 2021 exam dates. But there was an element of surprise in the official brochure as the NBE had introduced some major changes in the NEET PG 2021 exam pattern. As per the information brochure, the total number of questions in the NEET PG 2021 exam will be less this time. There will be 200 objective questions in NEET PG 2021 exam. Last year, the NEET PG 2021 paper comprised 300 objective questions from three sections. Experts believe NEET PG 2021 question paper will be lengthy and more questions will be asked from the clinical section.
NEET PG 2021: Changed exam pattern
The NBE has introduced some major changes in the NEET PG 2021 exam pattern as the total number of questions and maximum marks obtained have been reduced. Aspirants must note that there will be 200 MCQ questions comprising three sections, A, B, and C. Earlier, the NEET PG 2021 exam paper comprised 300 questions comprising 50, 100, and 150 each from three sections. The total number of marks has also reduced from 1200 to 800 this time.
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The NBE has yet not released NEET PG 2021 syllabus which led candidates anxious and confused about the NEET PG 2021 exam pattern. They have the least idea about subject-wise weightage for NEET PG 2021 question paper.
“The examination shall be a multiple-choice question delivered using computers network (CBT) as per scheme prescribed. The exam comprises 200 Multiple Choices, single correct response questions in English language only. Time allotted is 3 hrs 30 min,” the official information brochure says.
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Change in NEET PG 2021 exam pattern: What experts say
“There are lots of chances that more clinical questions will be asked, paper will be lengthy but this is the opportunity for the aspirants who have command on the clinical part,” said Gaurav Tyagi, Founder of Career Xpert.
“It can be presumed that questions based on videos, gifs will be more and one liner questions from first and second prop i.e. Anatomy and Non-Clinical branches can be there. Students should review the previous year questions from these sections, this can help them to score good marks,” Tyagi further added.
Providing tips to candidates for NEET PG 2021 exam, he said, “Students should not panic and stay focused. Students should focus on the clinical part and give their best.”
Another expert believes that more weightage will be given to clinical concepts this time. "NEET PG 2021 course is same, while the type of questions will change," he tweeted. While replying to his tweet, one candidate said, "the subject-wise weightage can help in better preparations."
Conducted by NBE, NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Post-Graduation) is the national level exam for admission to various MD (Doctor of Medicine)/MS (Master in Surgery) and PG Diploma courses across the country. The NEET PG 2021 examination, scheduled to be held on April 18, 2021, is conducted annually in computer-based mode to fill 10,821 MS seats, 19,953 MD seats, and 1,979 PG Diploma seats offered by various medical colleges in India. The result will be declared by May 31, 2021.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 days ago
Yes, the candidates should note that the examination fee will be calculated and generated only after the selection of examination centre in the NEET PG application form.
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Answered 3 days ago
No, NBE will not send the NEET PG 2026 admit card via post. The admit card will be uploaded online on the official website of NBE, and candidates will have to download it through their registration login credentials.
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NEET PG application process starts with registration. Process for NEET PG registration have been provided below:
- Go to NBEMS portal
- Click on "NEET-PG" - Click on "New Registration" & enter the following details
- Name of Candidate Date of Birth Gender (Male/Female) Nationality (Indian/Others)
- Mobile Numbe
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No, the candidates will not be required to upload all their documents with the NEET PG 2026 online application but the application form require the number and details of various documents in the application form hence it will be handy to keep them before filling the applications.
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The candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying for the NEET PG 2026 Exam:
- Primary Medical Qualification Certificate for Full Name
- High School Marksheet/Certificate for the Date of Birth
- 1 Photo Id proof which the candidates will be required to carry at the examination Centre
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Answered 4 days ago
The NBEMS will release the NEET PG 2026 information bulletin on the official website and the applications will start as per the dates mentioned in the brochure. The last date to apply for NEET PG 2026 will also be mentioned in the exam notification.
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Answered 4 days ago
A candidate can choose only one exam city while filling the application form of NEET PG 2026. Candidates must note the application form for NEET PG is released online and candidates have to submit the form there only.
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Answered 5 days ago
There will be a time limit of 42 minutes for each section. The candidates will be required to marks the answer to all the questions of one section and the next section will only appear after the time limit of one section gets over.
NBE introduced time bound sections in NEET PG in the year 2024.
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Yes, there will be a negative marking of 1 mark for each incorrect answer. Four marks will be awarded for each correct answer.
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Answered a week ago
The NBEMS will notify the NEET PG 2026 application fee in the information bulletin. The candidates will be required to pay the fee online only. Based on the last year's information brochure, the application fee for NEET PG is as follows:
| Category | Fee (In INR) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | 3,500 |
| SC/ST/PwD | 2,500 |
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