DNB PDCET 2026 Dates (Announced): Check Registration, Exam & Other Dates
Diplomate of National Board Post Diploma Centralized Entrance Test 2025 ( DNB PDCET )
DNB PDCET Exam Date 2026 OUT: The DNB PDCET application form 2026 was released on February 17, 2026, along with the bulletin PDF. The last date to fill the application form was March 8, 2026. NBE provided the DNB PDCET form correction 2026 facility from March 11 to 13, 2026.
The PDCET exam was held on April 12, 2026 from 9.00 to 11.00 am. The DNB PDCET admit card 2026 was released on April 8, 2026. Check here the dates of DNB PDCET exam, such as application form, admit card, exam and result dates. The change in the PDCET dates, if any, will also be updated here.
- Highlights of DNB PDCET Dates 2026
- DNB PDCET Exam Timing 2026: Schedule of Events
- DNB PDCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- DNB PDCET Counselling 2026 Dates
- DNB PDCET 2026 Dates: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Highlights of DNB PDCET Dates 2026
Have a look at the highlights of the DNB PDCET dates 2026 below-
- DNB PDCET Registration- Candidates could register for the exam from February 17 to March 8, 2026.
- DNB PDCET Exam: NBE conducted DNB PDCET 2026 exam in computer-based mode on April 12, 2026.
- DNB PDCET admit card: The NBE will release the admit card online. Candidates need to download the admit card and carry it to the exam centre.
- DNB PDCET Result: The NBE will announce DNB PDCET 2026 result for each for 15 specialities.
- DNB PDCET Counselling: The MCC will conduct the counselling for seat allotment. Candidates will have to do online registration to participate in the counselling.
Commonly asked questions
The NBEMS announced the exam date for the DNB PDCET 2026. The authority conducted the DNB PDCET exam on April 12, 2026.
The DNB PDCET registration 2026 started on February 17, 2026. Candidates who want to appear for the exam need to fill the online form. The last date of DNB PDCET registration was March 8, 2026.
Candidates can fill the DNB PDCET application form using the process shared below-
- Visit the official website.
- Click on DNB PDCET exam.
- Go to the registration link.
- Register and fill out the online form.
- Capture the live photo.
- Upload the documents.
- Pay the PDCET registration fees.
- Save and submit the form.
DNB PDCET Exam Timing 2026: Schedule of Events
The DNB PDCET exam was conducted as per the given timings-
| Activities |
Time |
|---|---|
| Entry of candidates at exam centres |
07:00 am |
| Entry closes |
8:30 pm |
| Login access to candidates |
08:45 pm |
| Login to read instructions |
08:50 pm |
| Exam start time |
9:00 am |
| Exam end time |
11:00 am |
Commonly asked questions
The cut off date for DNB PDCET for qualifying the final examination of PG
Medical Diploma was January 31, 2026. Candidates must hold a Post Graduate Diploma to be eligible for the PDCET.
Registration dates for DNB PDCET 2026 have been announced by NBE. Candidates need to register on the official website for DNB PDCET exam. It must be noted NBE, the exam conducting body will only accept online application form for DNB PDCET. Offline or any other mode of DNB PDCET application form is not accepted.
DNB PDCET 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of DNB PDCET 2025 exam
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 12 Apr ' 26 | DNB PDCET 2026 exam |
| 17 Feb ' 26 | DNB PDCET Registration |
| 24 Jul ' 25 | DNB PDCET 2025 mop up round seat allotment result |
DNB PDCET Counselling 2026 Dates
After the DNB PDCET result 2026 announcement, the MCC will begin the counselling process. The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will announce the DNB PDCET counselling dates 2026 through the release of notification at mcc.nic.in. The dates regarding the registration, choice filling, merit list and other events will be mentioned in the notification PDF.
Commonly asked questions
No. NBE has not released dates and schedule for DNB PDCET 2026 counselling yet. Those who qualify DNB PDCET 2026 will be elligible to participate in counselling. Candidates have to register online and declare choice of college and course for seat allotment.
Yes. NBE releases DNB PDCET counselling brochure, explaining the whole process of seat allotment. The brochure is uploaded on the official website, nbe.edu.in. Candidates are advised to go through the brochure before starting registration for counselling.
DNB PDCET 2026 Dates: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Check some of the FAQs related to DNB PDCET dates 2026:
Yes. DNB PDCET 2026 exam pattern will be released by NBE. As per existing pattern, there is a provision of negative marking. According to current marking scheme, students get 4 marks for every correct answer, while 1 mark is deducted for every wrong answer. Therefore, students are advised to answer only those questions where they feel confidence of right answer otherwise negative marking may put a toll on overall score.
DNB PDCET exam is held in a single shift. Examination usually commences at 9 am and concludes at 11 am. Students are advised to check admit card for exact time. DNB PDCET 2026 admit card comprising exam related details such as allotted centre and its address, timing, and exam guidelines.
The DNB PDCET 2026 exam was held on April 12, 2026. The NBE conducted the post diploma CET exam online in computer-based exam mode at centres across India.
No. Candidates will not be allowed to apply offline for DNB PDCET. NBE releases application form for the exam online. Candidates have to complete the whole application process online. The application process for DNB PDCET exam starts with online registration, followed by filling details in the application form, uploading documents in right size and format, choosing exam centre, and paying exam fee. The application form doesn't get submitted till exam fee is paid.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
Candidates can fill the DNB PDCET application form using the process shared below-
- Visit the official website.
- Click on DNB PDCET exam.
- Go to the registration link.
- Register and fill out the online form.
- Capture the live photo.
- Upload the documents.
- Pay the PDCET registration fees.
- Save and submit the form.
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Answered a month ago
The DNB PDCET 2026 application form was released on February 17, 2026. Candidates need to fill the form by visiting the official website- natboard.edu.in. The last date to apply online was March 8, 2026.
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