NEET PG 2025: Exam Date, (August 3), Application Form (Closed), Admit card, Pattern, Question Papers

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Post-Graduation 2025 ( NEET PG )

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Mukul Kumar Mishra
Updated on Jul 15, 2025 14:33 IST

By Mukul Kumar Mishra

NEET PG 2025 exam is scheduled to be held on August 3, 2025 in single shift. The exam was to be held on June 15 earlier. NBE opened application form window for NEET PG 2025 from June 13 to June 17, 2025 to choose exam city. Correction window to edit NEET PG 2025 application form opened on June 20, 2025. Deadline for correction window was June 22, 2025.

NBE will release NEET PG city intimation slip 2025 on July 21, 2025. Candidates will be informed the name of the exam city through city allotment. Those who will apply successfuly will be issued admit cards. NEET PG 2025 admit card will be uploaded online on July 31, 2025. Candidates will have to download the admit card with login credentials. The exam will be held in 233 test cities across country.

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Earlier, Supreme Court allowed NBE to postpone NEET PG 2025 exam from June 15 to August 3, 2025.  NEET PG 2025 exam was postponed following supreme Court's order. Earlier, NBE filed an application in Supreme Court, seeking its permission to revise NEET PG 2025 date. NBE said August 3 is the earliest possible date as provided by its technology partner TCS. SC had directed NBE to conduct exam in single shift on May 30, 2025. NBE had released NEET PG 2025 application form on April 17 and the deadline to submit the application was May 7, 2025. 

The cut off date for internship is July 31, 2025. As part of registration, candidates have to submit basic details such as name, date of birth, email ID, monbile number etc. A login credentials is created after successful registration. NEET PG 2025 application process comprises registration, filling in details in application form, selecting exam centre, paying exam fee etc. 

NEET PG 2025 Information Brochure

Candidates will have to secure the minimum cut off to qualify for the exam. NEET PG 2025 qualifying cut off for general category is 50 while for SC/ST, it is 45. NEET PG 2025 result will be uploaded online. The result was to be uploaded online by July 15, 2025 but revised date will be provided as exam has been postponed. Those qualify with the minimm cut off marks can participate in NEET PG counselling for seat allocation. 

Candidates have to register and declare choices of college and course on the official website MCC, mcc.nic.in to participate in the counselling. Last year a total of 25,791 seats were allocated through counselling. Read the article to know more about NEET PG 2025 dates, application process, syllabus exam pattern etc..

NEET PG 2025 Latest Updates

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Q:   Is NEET PG tougher than NEET?
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Yes. NEET PG is hard in comparison to NEET. The reason being NEET PG is postgraduate level exam while NEET is conducted at undergraduate level. Another reason is, there are lesser number of PG seats than MBBS seats for candidates. Managing time for NEET PG preparation for candidates is very difficult task as they have to manage college, internship and preparation all three together. In NEET PG, competition is among best minds who all are doctors.

Subjectwise also NEET PG is tough as candidates have to prepare more than 15 subjects while in NEET only 4 subjects are there. In nutshell, NEET PG is tougher as it tests knowledge of candidates at postgraduate level while NEET is just an entry level of exam for MBBS. 

Q:   What is the NEET PG admit card 2025 release date?
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NEET PG 2025 admit card will be released on July 31, 2025 as per teh revised dates and schedule. The exam will be held on August 3, 2025. NEET PG admit card 2025 will be uploaded online and cadidates will have to download it. The admit card can be downloaded from nbe.edu.in with login credentials. City allotment slip for NEET PG 2025 will be uploaded online on July 21, 2025.

Q:   When will NBE allocate test city for NEET PG 2025?
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NBE will release NEET PG 2025 test city allotment on July 21, 2025 as per the revised schedule. Candidates have to declare preferences of test city while applying online for the exam. NBE opened application window to choose NEET PG 2025 city from June 13 to June 17, 2025. After test city slip, NEET PG 2025 admit card is released online. Candidates will find name and address of exact test centre in the admit card. The admit card will be uploaded on July 31, 2025.

Q:   Will NEET PG 2025 held in single shift?
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Yes. NBE will conduct NEET PG 2025 in single shift after Supreme Court directed NBE to do so. On May 30, 2025, SC directed NBE to conduct exam in single shift to ensure complete transparency. While hearing a peition, challenging two shifts exam, the top court said the difficulty level of two shift can never be same. NBE is yet to issue the formal notification whether the exam will be held in single or two shifts.

Q:   Is it necessary to complete the application of NEET PG 2025 in a single sitting?
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No, it is not necessary. NEET PG 2025 application form can be completed in multiple sittings once you register. But candidates are advised to fill the application form in a single sitting. The reason being it minimizes the risk of error or mistake in the application. In multiple sitting, candidates have to recall all steps again which make you prone for mistakes. It also affect the momentum to complete the process. However, candidates can choose either ways as per their convinence to fill NEET PG 2025 application form.

Q:   Has NBE released the revised list of NEET PG 2025 centres?
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Yes. NBE has released the revised list of NEET PG 2025 cities post exam postponement. There are 233 test cities for NEET PG 2025 exam. The application window reopened to choose exam city from the list. The application window was open from June 13 to June 17, 2025. Allotment of NEET PG exam centre 2025 will be provided with the admit card. Candidates must note the admit card has to be downloaded from the official website with login details. 

Q:   What is the deadline to choose fresh exam city in NEET PG 2025 application?
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June 17 was the deadline to choose exam city from the revised list published by NBE. The process began online on June 13, 2025. It must be noted, the revised list of exam cities were published after Supreme Court ordered NBE, the exam conducting body to conduct exam in single shift. As per the revised NEET PG 2025 dates and schedule, the exam will be held on August 3 in computer-based mode.

Q:   Has NBE revised NEET PG 2025 exam date?
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Yes. NEET PG 2025 will be held on August 3, 2025. Earlier, NBE postponed NEET PG 2025 exam date, scheduled for June 15, 2025. The exam was postponed after SC directed NBE to conduct exam in single shift. In an official notification, NBE announced the exam will be held in single shift, citing SC's order. Supreme Court on may 30 had directed NBE to conduct exam in single shift to maintain complete transperancy. 

Q:   When will NBE open edit window to select exam city in NEET PG 2025 application form?
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NBE opened application window to select NEET PG 2025 exam city from June 13 to June 17, 2025. The correction window opened from June 20 to June 22, 2025. It must be noted, NBE revised schedule for all major events after exam was postponed. On May 30, SC had directed NBE to conduct NEET PG 2025 exam in single shift. As per the revised date, NEET PG 2025 exam will be held on August 3 in single shift.

Table of content
  • What is NEET PG?
  • NEET PG 2025 Dates
  • NEET PG 2025 Highlights
  • NEET PG 2025 Application Form Process
  • NEET PG 2025 Syllabus
  • NEET PG 2025 Pattern
  • NEET PG 2025 Preparation Tips
  • NEET PG 2025 Admit Card
  • NEET PG 2025 Mock Test
  • NEET PG 2025 Question Paper and Answer Key
  • NEET PG 2025 Result and Scorecard
  • NEET PG 2024 Exam Analysis
  • NEET PG 2025 Cut off
  • NEET PG 2025 Counselling
  • NEET PG 2025: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is NEET PG?

NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Post-Graduation), is conducted for providing admission to various MD (Doctor of Medicine)/ MS (Master of Surgery) and PG Diploma courses across the country. The National Board of Examinations (NBE) conducts the exam once a year in computer-based mode. The scores are also used for taking admission to postgraduate MBBS DNB courses. The exam is conducted for 13,649 MS seats, 26,168 MD seats, and 922 PG Diploma seats offered by various medical colleges in India

Enter your NEET PG 2024 rank and predict the colleges you are eligible for using Shiksha's NEET PG 2024 College Predictor. Also, get information about the cut-off for top medical colleges/courses.  

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many attempts are allowed in NEET PG?
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NBE, the exam conducting body has not specified any limit regarding number of attempts in NEET PG exam. At the same time, there is no age limit for the exam. Candidates can appear as many times as they want in their prusuit of postgraduate medical courses. Candidates are advised to check the official information brochure, comprising the eligibility criteria and other crucial details related to exam.

Q:   Is MD a 2 year postgraduate medical course?
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No. MD is 3-year postgraduate medical degree course in general medicine. MD stands for doctor of medicine. Except, PG Diploma which is 2-year medical course, all postgraduate medical degree courses are 3-year. MS is also 3-year course in surgery. Only candidates who have MBBS degree from a recognised institutes/colleges can apply for MD/MS courses. NEET PG is conducted to get admission into MD courses.

Q:   Which are the institutes that do not accept NEET PG scores for admission?
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15 AIIMS including AIIMS New Delhi, PGIMER Chandigarh, JIPMER, Puducherry, NIMHANS Bengaluru, SGPGI Lucknow, and Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum do not accept NEET PG scores. A separate exam is conducted for admission at these institutes, i.e INI CET. The exam is conducted twice in a year in computer-based mode.
Q:   Does NTA conduct NEET PG like NEET?
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No. National Board of Examinations (NBE) conducts NEET PG unlike NEET which is held by NTA. Candidates must note NBE only conducts NEET PG exam while NEET PG counselling is held by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for seat allotment. NEET PG exam is held anually in computer-based mode. Candidates have to register online to submit NEET PG application form. It must be noted NBE only accepts online application and any other modes of application is rejected. NEET PG question paper comprises 200 multiple choice questions and candidates get 3.5 hours to answer them. 

Q:   What is difference between NEET and NEET PG?
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NEET is undergradute level exam while NEET PG is postgradute level exam. NEET is conducted after 12th for admission to MBBS and BDS courses while NEET PG is conducted after MBBS for MD/MS or diploma courses. Candidates who passed 12th are eligible for NEET exam while those who have valid MBBS degree can appear in NEET PG exam.

Q:   Is NEET PG compulsory after MBBS?
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Yes. NEET PG is compulsory for those candidates who want to pursue postgraduate medical courses. Those who qualify the exam with the minimum cut off become eligible to participate in the counsleling for seat allotment. NEET PG or National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Post-Graduation, is conducted for providing admission to various MD (Doctor of Medicine)/ MS (Master of Surgery) and PG Diploma courses in medical colleges across the country.

NEET PG 2025 Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of NEET PG 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
21 Jul ' 25

NEET PG 2025 city intimation slip

31 Jul ' 25

NEET PG 2025 admit card

03 Aug ' 25

NEET PG 2025 date

03 Sep ' 25

NEET PG 2025 result

DatesPast Exam Dates
20 Jun ' 25 - 22 Jun ' 25

NEET PG 2025 application correction window

13 Jun ' 25 - 17 Jun ' 25

NEET PG 2025 application window to choose exam city

24 May ' 25 - 26 May ' 25

NEET PG 2025 final edit window

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NEET PG 2025 Highlights

Candidates can refer to the table given below for important highlights for NEET PG 2025 exam: 

Event Details
Exam name National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Post-Graduate courses (NEET PG)
Conducting body National Board of Examinations (NBE)
Exam level Postgraduate exam at National level
Exam frequency Once a year
Mode of the examination Computer-based test
Official website nbu.edu.in
Courses offered MD/MS/PG Diploma/DNB post-MBBS
Exam fess
  • 3,500 (for General and OBC)
  • 2,500 (for SC/ST/PWD/Physically Handicapped)
Exam duration 3.5 hours (210 minutes)
Total marks 800
Total questions 200
Total Registrations  Approx 2,00,517 (2024)
Number of test cities 233
Marking scheme
  • +4 marks for correct response
  • -1 for incorrect response
  • No marks for unattempted question
Language/Medium English only
NEET PG total seats
  • 26,168 Doctor of Medicine (MD)
  • 13,649 Master of Surgery (MS)
  • 922 PG Diploma
Official website nbe.edu.in/natboard.edu.in
Contact details

Helpline number-022-61087595

Email ID-helpdesknbeexam@natboard.edu.in

NEET PG Scores valid for admission to the following:

  • All India 50 per cent quota seats for MD/MS/PG Diploma courses across all states, except Andhra Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Telangana
  • State quota seats for MD/MS/PG Diploma courses for all States/Union Territories of India, including the three mentioned above
  • MD/MS/PG Diploma courses offered by Private Medical Colleges, Institutions & Universities/Deemed Universities across India
  • MD/MS/PG Diploma courses offered by Armed Forces Medical Services Institutions
  • DNB Broad specialty courses 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many candidates appear for NEET PG?
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Around 2 Lakh candidates appear for NEET PG every year. The number varies every year. A total of 2,28,540 candidates appeared for the NEET PG 2024 exam. In NEET PG 2023, around 2,06,541 candidates appeared for the exam. In 2022, approximate number of candidates appeared for NEET PG exam was 1. 8 lakh. NEET PG 2025 exam will be held on June 15 in computer-based mode. The exam will be held in two shifts.

Q:   I got 535 marks in NEET PG. Will I get government college?
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500 plus marks is considered a decent score in NEET PG  exam. If a candidate score 535 marks that means his/her rank will be somewhere around 1000-2000. With that score, there is a chance to get admission in government college. Good score also depends on difficulty level of the question paper. If the question paper is difficult then cut off will be low. In 2023-24 session, general category cut off was 291 while the cut off for SC/ST was 257. Overall 500 plus marks will enable you to get admission in good college for PG course.

Q:   Will NBE reduce cut off for NEET PG 2025?
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NBE may or may not reduce the cut off for NEET PG 2025 depending on the number of vacant seats. Last year, NBE had reduced cut of twice. In the last round , NEET PG cut off was reduced to 5 percentile. It must be noted, cut off is reduced to fill vacant seats. After reduction of cut off, MCC releases fresh schedule for counselling rounds. NEET PG 2025 exam is scheduled to be held on June 15, 2025.

Q:   What is the schedule for NEET PG exam?
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NEET PG schedule involves dates of events related to exam. Whole schedule is released by exam conducting body along with the official information brochure. From last few years, the exam is getting delayed from its usual schedule. NEET PG 2023 exam was held in March while NEET PG 2022 exam in May. In 2021, the exam was held in september. NEET PG exam used to be held in January before Corona. NEET PG 2024 exam was held on August 11, 2024. NEET PG 2025 was scheduled on June 15, 2025 but it was postponed to August 3, 2025 Candidates can refer the table comprising tentative dates for NEET PG exam for 2025-26 session.

Event

Dates 

NEET PG notification

17-Apr-2025

NEET PG registration

17-Apr-2025 to May 7, 2025

Application window to choose exam city

13-June-2025 to 17-June-2025

NEET PG application correction

20-June-2025 to 22-June-2025

NEET PG admit card upload

31-July-2025

NEET PG 2025 exam

03-Aug-2025

 

Q:   Has NEET PG 2025 postponed?
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Yes. NEET PG 2025 was postponed following Supreme Court's order. In an official release, NBE said the exam will be held in single shifts, citing SC's order directing it conduct NEET PG 2025 in single shift. While hearing a petition, SC had said two shift leads to inconsistency due to varying degree of difficulty level. The exam date for NEET PG 2025 was postponed from June 15 to August 3, 2025.

Q:   What is cut off date for NEET PG 2025?
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Cut off date for NEET PG 2025 has been released by NBE along with the official brochure. The cut off date is July 31, 2025. NEET PG 2025 exam is scheduled to be held on August 3, 2025. Candidates have to register on the official website for NEET PG exam. Offline or any other mode of NEET PG application form is not accepted by NBE. 

Q:   Will NBE open application window to choose NEET PG 2025 exam city?
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Yes. NBE opened NEET PG 2025 application form to choose exam city. As per the revised dates and schedule post postponement of exam, the aplication window was opened from June 13 to June 17, 2025. The correction window opened from June 20 to June 22, 2025. NEET PG 2025 revised date was announced following SC's order. The revised NEET PG 2025 date is August 3, 2025.

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NEET PG 2025 Application Form Process

NEET PG application form process involves steps such as registration, filling up details in the application form, paying exam fee, and uploading documents. The application process starts with registration. Only those candidates who register themselves on the official website of NBE, nbe.edu.in can submit the application form for NEET PG. A login ID and password will be generated after the successful NEET PG registration 2025 process. To complete the application process, candidates have to upload scanned copies of photographs and signatures. These images must be as per the specifications mentioned by NBE. Candidates will have to pay a non-refundable application fee to complete NEET PG applications 2025. NEET PG 2025 registration began on April 17, 2025. May 7 was the deadline to submit NEET PG 2025 application form. The application form correction window will open from May 9 to May 13, 2025.

Also Read: NEET PG 2025 Eligibility Criteria: Age, Qualification, Number of Attempts

How to Apply for NEET PG 2025?

Application Fee

Category  Fee (In INR)
General/OBC 3,500
SC/ST/PwD 2,500

NEET PG 2025 Eligibility Criteria 

Candidates who wish to apply for the exam or who wish to participate in the counselling process must check the eligibility criteria before applying for it. NBE releases NEET PG eligibility criteria along with the information brochure. NEET PG eligibility criteria have been summarised below:

  • Aspirants must possess an MBBS degree/provisional Pass Certificate which is recognised as per the provisions of the Indian Medical Council Act 1956 
  • They should also possess a permanent/ provisional registration certificate of MBBS qualification issued by the Medical Council of India or State Medical Council
  • They must have completed the duration of their internship on or before July 31, 2025

NEET PG Admission Process

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is application fee for NEET PG 2025?
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Application fee and other details will be released by NBE. Last year, the application fee was reduced by INR 750 for each category. With reduced fee, candidates had to pay INR 3500 for general category while for SC/ST candidates had to pay INR 2500. Earlier candidates had to pay INR 4200 application fee for general category. It must be noted that paying exam fee is mandatory to submit NEET PG 2025 application form. The exam is scheduled to be held on June 15, 2025.

Q:   How to register for NEET PG?
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NEET PG application process starts with registration. It must be noted registration can be done online by providing basic details such as name, date of birth, contact number, email ID etc. Steps for NEET PG registration have been provided below:

  • Go to the official website of NBE 
  • Click on "NEET-PG" Click on "New Registration"
  • Enter the following details for registration: Name of Candidate Date of Birth Gender (Male/Female) Nationality (Indian/Others) Mobile Number Email Address Captcha
  • Click on "Submit"
  • User Id and password will be sent to the registered email Id and phone number
Q:   Will NBE provide final correction window for NEET PG?
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Yes. NBE will open final correction window for NEET PG. Candidates can rectify incorrect images uploaded along with NEET PG application form. It must be noted the correction window is opened to rectify incorrect images in the application form. Candidates have to login and rectify images such as photograph, signature, and thumb impression. It is the final opportunity to make changes in NEET PG application form. 

Q:   What is the last date for NEET PG 2025 application form submission?
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NEET PG 2025 application form was released on April 17, 2025.  The deadline to submit NEET PG 2025 application form was May 7, 2025. The application form reopened to choose exam city from June 13 to June 17, 2025. The exam will be held on August 3, 2025 in computer-based mode. Candidates have to register online by providing basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID etc. A login credentials is generated after successful registration. Registration is mandatory to submit online application form.

Q:   Who can fill the NEET PG application form?
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NEET PG 2025 application form can be filled by all the eligible candidates. NBE will release the eligibility criteria with the official information brochure. Aspirants must possess an MBBS degree/provisional Pass Certificate. They should also have a permanent/ provisional registration certificate of MBBS qualification. Candidates are advised to read all the eligibility requirements carefully for the exam. The application form is released online and candidates have to submit it there only.

Q:   Can I edit date of birth in NEET PG application form?
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Yes. Candidates can change date of birth in NEET PG application form using correction window. Apart from date of birth, they can edit, gender category, physical disability status, photograph, signature and EWS status. It must be noted details such as name, mobile number, email address, test city can't be edited. NEET PG 2025 edit window was open from May 9 to May 13, 2025.

Q:   Can we edit candidates name in NEET PG application form.
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No. You can't edit name of the candidate in the application form for NEET PG during correction. This is the reason candidates are advised to double check all the details carefully before final submission of NEET PG 2025 application form. Correction/edit window facility is provided to edit only certain detail. Details such as name of the candidate, nationality, mobile number, Email address, test city can't be edited. It must be noted NEET PG application form is released online and candidates have to fill details and submit application in online mode. Offline and any other mode of application will not be accepted.

Q:   Has NBE released NEET PG application form 2025?
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Yes. NBE released NEET PG 2025 application form along with the official information brochure on April 17, 2025. The application form for NEET PG 2025 was released online. Candidates will have to register to submit application form for NEET PG 2025. May 7 was the deadline to submit NEET PG 2025 application form. Candidates are advised to check all the eligibility criteria before applying online for the exam. NBE will conduct NEET PG 2025 exam on August 3, 2025 in single shift.

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NEET PG 2025 Syllabus

NEET PG 2025 syllabus is based on the curriculum taught during the MBBS. The syllabus includes key topics of the three sections of the question paper, section A (clinical), Section B (pre-clinical), and Section C (para-clinical) subjects. These three sections contain questions from the topics such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Forensic medicine, and Social and Preventive medicine.

 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How difficult is the NEET PG?
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NEET PG is a higher-level exam with a high level of competition. The NEET PG exam syllabus is extensive and covers all 19 subjects that a medico studies during the MBBS. The student's preparation time is also limited, and they must balance coursework and an internship.

This leaves little to no time to prepare for the NEET PG. A student works an internship at a hospital before the NEET PG exam, and the shifts are unpredictable. A lack of preparation time combined with intense competition makes NEET PG a difficult nut to crack. At the same time, it is not impossible task to score well in the exam. Candidates only need proper preparation, planning, and consistent efforts. What matters is that you believe in yourself and work towards your goal.

Q:   Which topics of NEET PG syllabus need to be finished first?
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There is no guidelines as such which topics must be finished first for NEET PG. It varies from candidate to candidate. Candidates may attempt to finish lengthy topics first as it takes time. Another way is to finish high weightage subjects first. It must be kept in mind that whole syllabus must be completed at least a month before exam day so that revision and prcatice can be done properly. 

Q:   How many sections comprise NEET PG syllabus?
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NEET PG syllabus mainly comprises three sections, Pre Clinical, Para clinical, and Clinical. Each section comprises different subjects which have to be prepared well to qualify NEET PG exam. The pre clinical subjects include anatomy, physiology and biochemistry. To cover para clinical section, candidates have to prepare subjects such as pharmacology, microbiology, pathology, forensic medicine, social and preventive medicine. Clinical part comprises subjects such as medicine, dermatology and venereology surgery, orthopaedics and anaesthesia, radiodiagnosis, obstetrics, gynaecology, paediatrics, and ophthalmology ENT.

Q:   Which subject in NEET PG syllabus contains maximum and minimum weightage?
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NBE doesn't release the weightage for NEET PG exam. However, from last few years record, it can be said that maximum weightage is given to clinical subjects. A good number of questions are asked from general medicine, general surgury and paediatrics. Lesser number of questions are asked from anatomy, physiology etc. Candidates must note weightage for NEET PG syllabus may vary. This is why, candidates are advised not to depend upon weightage and prepare all subjects of clinical, pre and para clinical well so that there is less scope of negative marking. 

Q:   Who releases NEET PG Syllabus?
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NEET PG syllabus comprises subject areas as per the Graduate Medical Education Regulations issued by the Medical Council of India. NBE does not prescribe the syllabus of NEET PG word by word, however, candidates may refer to the syllabus prescribed by the Medical Council of India. NEET PG syllabus mainly comprises subjects and topics which are taught in MBBS course. Overall, NEET PG syllabus can be divided into clinical, pre and para clinical subjects. NEET PG syllabus helps candidates to plan what all needs to prepare for exam.

Q:   Does NBE make changes in NEET PG syllabus every year?
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No. NBE doesn't make changes in NEET PG syllabus. The syllabus of NEET PG mainly comprises all those subjects and topics which were taught during MBBS course. Candidates are advised to read all the subjcets througly to score good marks in the exam. 

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NEET PG 2025 Pattern

Candidates need to know NEET PG 2025 exam pattern as it helps candidates in preparation. The exam pattern for NEET PG comprises details about the test paper, comprising the mode, medium, number of the question paper, duration of time, and the marking scheme. NEET PG 2025 exam will be held in online mode. The question paper will have 200 multiple choice questions, and candidates will be given 3.5 hours to answer them. There will be a provision of the negative marking in the exam. For every correct answer, candidates will be awarded 4 marks and for an incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted.

 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How many times can we appear for NEET PG?
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Candidates can appear for as many times as they want. There is no cap on the number of attempts in NEET PG exam. As per the experts, candidates may appear twice for the exam to improve the score or to do away mistakes in the first attempt. NEET PG exam is held in computer-based mode. Candidates who qualify the exam with the minimum cut off can participate in the counselling process. They have to register and declare choice for college to participate in the seat allocation process. 

Q:   What is the total and sectional duration of NEET PG exam?
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The total duration of NEET PG exam is 3.5 hours or 210 minutes. In 2024, NBE introduced time bound section in NEET PG exam. This means candidates will have specific time to solve specific number of questions. Whole question paper is divided into 5 sections (A to E) with 40 questions each. Candidates get 42 minutes to solve each section. It must be noted candidates can't answer questions of any section till he/she exahusts allotted time (42 minutes) of previous section. 

Q:   How many questions are asked in NEET PG exam?
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NEET PG exam comprises of 200 multiple choice questions with each question having 4 response options in English language only. Candidates are required to select the correct/best/most appropriate response/answer out of the 4 response options provided in each question. Time allotted is 3 hrs 30 minutes. There is a provision of negative marking in the exam. In the wake of negative marking, candidates are advised to attempt only those questions where they have full confidence of correct answer. Otherwise negative marks may outweigh your overall score. 

Q:   Does NBE conduct NEET PG in pen and paper mode?
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No. Unlike NEET, NBE conducts NEET PG exam in computer-based mode. NEET PG pattern is declared by NBE along with the official information brochure. NEET PG pattern comprises details regarding mode and medium of exam, total number of questions, allotted time and marking scheme. As per the existing pattern, total 200 multiple choice questions are asked in NEET PG exam and candidates are provided 3.5 hours to answer them. Medium of the question paper is English only. There is no option to choose the language of the question paper. For every right answer, 4 marks is awarded and negative response -1 is deducted.

Q:   What is the pattern of NEET PG exam?
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NEET PG pattern comprises details about exam mode, medium, total number of questions, allotted time, and marking scheme. NBE conducts NEET PG exam in computer-based mode. The medium of the exam is English only. Candidates don't have option to select any other language in NEET PG exam.

A total of 200 multiple choice questions are asked and candidates get 3.5 hours to answer them. According to the marking scheme, for every right answer, 4 marks are awarded while for wrong response -1 mark is deducted. No mark will be awarded/deduced for unanswered question.

Q:   Will there be some changes in NEET PG 2025 pattern?
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There is least chance National Board of Examinations (NBE) will make some changes in NEET PG 2025 pattern. The exam pattern is released along with the official information brochure online. For 2025-26 session, the exam pattern was released with information brochure on April 17, 2025. The exam pattern comprises crucial details pertaining to exam including mode, medium, total number of questions, their type, and marking scheme.

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NEET PG 2025 Preparation Tips

NEET PG 2025 preparation tips comprise planning and strategies to score well in the exam. As NEET PG exam is one of the toughest exams, candidates should have idea about syllabus, topics, weightage from each subject and other key details. Once candidates have fair idea about these things, they are advised to make a daily time-table dedicating specific time to subjects. These tips for NEET PG 2025 preparation prove key in scoring high marks in the exam. 

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Q:   Can NEET PG be cracked by studying at home?
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Yes. NEET PG can be cracked by self preparation at home. But it needs well-planned strategies in place. Candidates will have to put a lot of hard work and dedication. Candidates will have to revise everything that has been taught during the 4.5 years of MBBS degree course. Some of the tips for NEET PG preparation at home have been provided below:

  • Go through the syllabus first
  • Know the paper pattern and marking scheme
  • Start with basics
  • Prepare a time table and stick to it
  • Make notes and highlight important information
  • Seek advice from a mentor
  • Register for mock tests and test series
  • Satellite lectures for difficult topics
  • Regular revision

 

Q:   What books should I use for the NEET PG preparation, with the specified MCQ books?
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A list of NEET PG books for MCQs: 1- Self Assessment & Review Microbiology Immunology Revision at a Glance by Chaurasia. 2- Self Assessment and Review of Short Subjects Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) & Orthopaedics Vol-II by Arvind Arora 3- Self Assessment & Review of Paediatrics by Arvind Arora 4- Review of Pharmacology by Gobind Rai Garg, Sparsh Gupta 5- Orthopaedics Quick Review by Apurv Mehra 6- DAMS Review of Radiology-Eighth Edition by Dr. Summer K Sethi 7- AIIMS PGMEE Solutions by Ashish Gupta, Admit Tripathi 8- New Across: A Complete Review of Short Subjects (Set of 3 Volumes) (PGMEE) by Anurag Shukla and Saumya Shukla. I hope this will help you.
Q:   How to study effectively to score good rank in NEET PG exam?
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Before starting NEET PG preparation, candidates need to have plan and strategies in place. Effective time management is crucial for the preparation. First of all take stock of the situation where actually you stand in terms of preparation. You should ask yourself following questions:

  • Which are the topics your are confident at
  • Which are the subjects which needs more attention
  • Which are the subjects where you need to start from scratch
  • What are your srength and weakness

These are some of the prembles of your preparation strategies. Following after make daily schedule allocating specific time for each subject. Try to cover those subjects first where you feel confident of scoring well. Try to finish syllabus at least a month before exam. 

 

Q:   How many hours should I study per day to crack NEET PG?
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Candidates expect to devote many hours to crack any competitive exams. This rule applies in NEET exam also. Candidates have to devote serious 5-7 hours daily to prepare the exam throughly. Experts belive candidates should utilize this time with proper planning. They should have strategies in place how to use these hours to cover in and out of every topic of NEET PG syllabus. Some candidates may require more time than daily than others and this may depends on many factors especially where they actually stand before starting preparation.

Q:   How much time is sufficient for NEET PG preparation?
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This depends on a number of factors. Preparation time may vary from candidate to candidate as per their individual ability. On an average candidates should have 3-5 months to give their best shot at NEET PG. Out of 5 months preparation time, 2 months can be dedicated for topic preparation, 1 months for revision and rest for mock test and practising sample papers. Candidates should plan in such a way so that lengthy and difficult subjects can be covered within 1-2 weeks while easy and short subjects to be covered in 3-5 days.

Q:   How do I prepare for NEET PG exam?
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NEET PG is a national level entrance test through which the admission is offered into post-graduate medical courses. Being the national level entrance test, the exam is not an easy nut to crack. Applicants will have to study and know the syllabus well in order to do well in the entrance examination. In the article below some important tips and tricks are being provided to the candidates preparing for the NEET PG. Following are some points which can be kept in mind- 1. Don’t spend too much time on medicine as there are just 21 MCQs from there. 2. The first and second part subjects are probably more important as most people don’t study them. 3. Give online tests; virtually wherever you find a chance. 4. Keep your mind cool on the day of the exam! Be rest assured that you will clear the exam if you have worked hard for it. 5. Do not just mug up guide books' answers.

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NEET PG 2025 Admit Card

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NEET PG 2025 admit card will be released online on July 31, 2025. Candidates have to download NEET PG admit card from the official website. Candidates are advised to check all the information carefully after downloading the hall ticket from the official website of NBE. Candidates must print a copy of the admit card and affix a latest passport size photograph on it. The admit card should be preserved until the admission process gets over. Specifications of the photograph are as under:

Photograph specification:

  • A photograph of a minimum of 35 mm x 45 mm with at least 75 per cent coverage of the face & head of the candidate
  • A caption with the name of the aspirant along with the date of taking photograph at the bottom of the photo
  • The photograph should have been taken in a white /very light-coloured background
  • The photograph needs to be printed on high-quality paper with at least 600 dpi resolutions
  • The colours must possess the natural appearance and skin tone
  • The photograph must not have kinks, scratches, and stains
  • Photograph with reflection or shadow on the face with red eyes should be avoided

NEET PG 2025 Exam Day Guidelines

  • The exam timing and other details will be released by NBE along with the admit card
  • Candidates are advised to reach the exam centre on or before reporting time menioned in admit card.
  • It is mandatory for all the candidates to go through the security procedures.
  • Electronics such as calculators, smartwatch, pagers, etc. are prohibited in the exam hall.
  • Candidates are advised not to carry bags, books, pens, pencil boxes, writing pad, etc. to the exam centre.
  • These items are banned inside the examination hall and the centre does not have provisions for their safe-keeping
  • NEET PG things banned in exam hall

NEET PG Contact  Details

Helpline number 0124-6771700 / 1800 11 1700 (Toll Free)
Email nberegistrations@prometric.com
Official website www.nbe.edu.in

NEET PG 2025 Exam Cities

NBE has released the revised list of NEET PG 2025 exam cities. The exam will be held at 233 test cities this year. Candidates are allotted the name and address of exam centre through NEET PG admit card. 

 

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Q:   What documents do I need to carry along with NEET PG admit card?
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Candidates need to carry a set of documents along with NEET PG admit card at NEET PG exam centre. If a candidate chooses to carry an e-Aadhaar card as an identity proof on the day of the examination, he/ she should ensure that the Aadhaar number and photograph are clearly printed on it. Some of the documents which need to carry to NEET PG exam centre:

  • A print out of NEET PG 2025 admit card with photograph
  • Photocopy of Permanent / Provisional SMC / MCI registration
  • A valid and non-expired photo ID proof such as PAN card, Driving license, Voter ID, Passport, Aadhar Card (with photograph)
Q:   What is official website to download NEET PG admit card?
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Official website to download NEET PG admit card is nbe.edu.in. Candidates can also download the admit card from natboard.edu.in. The admit card link is activated online by NBE. Candidates have to enter application ID and password to download NEET PG admit card. NEET PG 2025 exam is scheduled for June 15, 2025. The admit card will be uploaded online on June 11, 2025.

Q:   What is the process to download NEET PG admit card?
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To download the NEET PG admit card, you can follow these steps:

  • Go to the official website of NBE, nbe.edu.in
  • Select "NEET PG" from the menu
  • Login to your account using the application ID and password
  • Click on "Download Admit Card" link
  • Check the admit card for any errors or spelling mistakes
  • Download and save the admit card

Candidates are advised to preserve the admit card until the admission process is over. Also, do not forget to carry the admit card, a photo ID, and a passport-sized photograph to the exam center. If you face any issues while downloading the admit card, please contact the exam conducting body for assistance.

Q:   How would I know about NEET PG exam centre?
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NEET PG exam centre is released along with the admit card. Exact address and location of the test centres shall be indicated in NEET PG admit card. The reporting time is given in the admit card. Candidates are advised to familiarise themselves with the test centre locations at least one day prior to the examination day and ensure that they report for the exam as per scheduled time only. Candidates must note those who issued admit card will be allowed entry inside the examination centre premises subject to fulfilment of documentary requirements.

Q:   Does NBE sends NEET PG admit card to individual candidate?
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No. NBE doesn't send NEET PG admit card to individual candidate. The admit card is released on the official website, nbe.edu.in and candidates have to download it by providing details such as application number and password. Candidates are advised to check all details on the admit card after downloading it to ensure there is no error in any detail. Any descrepancy in details must be reported immediately and get it corrected by the exam conducting body. NEET PG admit card contains important details such as name, date of birth, exam date, timing, name and address of exam centre etc. 

Q:   What is the specification of the photograph that needs to be pasted on the admit card of NEET PG 2025?
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The specification of the photograph that needs to be pasted on the admit card of NEET PG 2025 is as follows:

  • A minimum size of 35 mm x 45 mm with at least 75% coverage of the face and head of the candidate.
  • A caption with the name of the aspirant along with the date of taking the photograph at the bottom of the photo.
  • A white or very light-colored background.
  • Printed on high-quality paper with at least 600 dpi resolution.
  • Natural appearance and skin tone. No kinks or distortions.

Please note that the photograph must be the same as the one submitted along with the application form. It's important to ensure that the photograph meets

Q:   Is e-Aadhaar card is allowed at NEET PG centre?
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Yes. One can carry e Aadhaar card at NEET PG centre. But candidates need to ensure e Aadhaar card must have clear aadhaar number and photo. In case of blur image, it may be rejected. Candidates are advised to read all exam guidelines given on NEET PG admit card carefully to avoid any hassles at NEET PG centre. NEET PG 2025 exam iss scheduled to be held on June 15, 2025.

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NEET PG 2025 Mock Test

NBE releases NEET PG mock test on its official website. The NEET PG mock test is one of the crucial aspects of preparation strategy to score well in the exam. After finishing NEET PG 2025 syllabus, candidates must practice mock test to take stock of their preparation. Solving mock test of NEET PG exam makes candidates learn about NEET PG pattern and type of questions asked in the exam. They get to know what more needs to be done to improve score in a particular topic.

Candidates have to login to the official website of NBE to access the NEET PG mock test. After login, they have to click the NEET PG link on the home page which will lead them to NEET mock test page. Candidates are advised to read the whole instructions carefully before starting the mock test online. Solve mock test and weigh your performance to recalibrate your strategy.

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Q:   How many mock tests should I take for NEET PG 2025 preparation?
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Experts recommend to take at least 5-10 NEET PG mock tests before the actual exam. This helps you get a good idea of the exam format, the types of questions that might be asked, and the time you need to spend on each section. NEET PG 2025 preparation is a crucial task, and mock tests are an essential part of it. Solving mock tests helps you to identify your strengths and weaknesses, familiarize yourself with the exam pattern, and improve your time management skills. However, the number of mock tests you should take depends on various factors, such as your current level of preparation, the time you have left before the exam, and your goals.

Q:   What is the format of NEET PG 2025 mock test?
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NEET PG 2025 mock test is a computer-based test (online) that is conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). The mock test is designed to help candidates familiarize themselves with the exam pattern, format, and the types of questions that will be asked in the actual NEET PG exam. The NEET PG 2025 mock test consists of three sections, just like the actual exam. Section A consists of 50 questions from the subject of Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry. Section B consists of 50 questions from the subjects of Pharmacology, Microbiology, and Pathology. Section C consists of 100 questions from the subjects of General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, and ENT. It is important to note that the NEET PG 2025 mock test is not a qualifying test, and the marks obtained in the mock test will not be considered for admission. However, taking the mock test can help candidates identify their strengths and weaknesses, and prepare themselves better for the actual exam.

Q:   How should I analyse my NEET PG mock tests?
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To analyze your mock tests, you should consider the following:

  • Exam pattern: Check if the mock test follows the same exam pattern as the actual NEET PG exam.
  • Difficulty level: Evaluate the difficulty level of the mock test questions and compare them with the actual exam questions.
  •  Time management: Assess your ability to complete the mock test within the given time frame and identify areas where you can improve.
  • Accuracy: Check your accuracy in answering the questions and work on improving it.
  • Weak areas: Identify your weak areas and focus on improving them.
  •  Strengths: Identify your strengths and build upon them.
  • Scores: Compare your scores with previous attempts to track your progress.

By analyzing your mock tests, you can identify your strengths and weaknesses, improve your time management and accuracy, and get a feel for the actual exam format. This will help you prepare better for the actual NEET PG exam.

Q:   What is the difference between NEET PG 2025 mock test and previous year's question papers?
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The difference between NEET PG 2025 mock test and previous year's question papers is an essential aspect to consider while preparing for the exam. Firstly, the NEET PG 2025 mock test is designed to provide a simulated experience of the actual exam, with questions that are created based on the latest exam pattern and syllabus. On the other hand, previous year's question papers are a collection of questions that have been asked in previous years' exams, which can give you an idea about the types of questions that may be asked in the upcoming exam. Secondly, the NEET PG 2025 mock test is a more comprehensive and interactive way of preparing for the exam, as it includes a variety of questions with different levels of difficulty, whereas previous year's question papers may not have the same level of variety.

Q:   How does NEET PG 2025 mock test help in exam preparation?
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NEET PG 2025 mock test helps in exam preparation in the following ways:

  • Familiarizes candidates with the exam pattern and format.
  • Provides insight into the type of questions to be asked.
  • Helps candidates identify their strengths and weaknesses.
  • Improves accuracy and time management skills.
  • Boosts confidence and prepares candidates for the actual exam.
Q:   Can I take NEET PG 2025 mock test in offline mode?
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No, you cannot take the NEET PG 2025 mock test in offline mode. As per the exam pattern, the NEET PG 2025 exam will be conducted in online (computer-based) mode at allocated centers across the country. The mock test is also available online, and candidates can access it on the official website of the National Board of Education (NBE). Candidates must have a stable internet connection and a computer or laptop with a webcam and microphone to take the test. Candidates are advised to appear for the mock test and analyse the performance.

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NEET PG 2025 Question Paper and Answer Key

For aspirants, NEET PG question paper is very important resource to scale up the overall preparation. Candidates aim to solve as many as NEET PG question paper to get the insight into the exam. Solving question paper and analysing the performance make them understand their weak and strong areas. Candidates also come to know where they exactly lack and what more needs to be done overall. But the sad part is NBE doesn't release the official question paper for NEET PG exam as it wants to keep the content confidential. Candidates are bound by non-disclosure agreement not to reveal the content in public. However, candidates can get memory-based NEET PG question paper from coaching institutes and other unofficial sources.

NEET PG 2025 answer key

NEET PG answer key comprises correct answers of questions asked in the exam. The answer key helps candidates to predict their tentative score in the exam. Alike question paper, NBE doesn't provide official answer key too. However, some coaching institutes will release unofficial answer key just after the exam. NEET PG 2025 answer key will be prepared on the basis of memory of exam takers. With the answer key in hand, candidates will be able to calculate the total number of correct and incorrect responses for NEET PG 2025 exam. 
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Q:   What type of questions are asked in NEET PG?
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Objective questions are asked in NEET PG exam. The type of the question is multiple choice where one question can have multiple answers. keeping this in mind, candidates have to select best option of correct response. According to NEET PG pattern, a total of 200 questions are asked and candidates get 3.5 hours to answer them. There is a provision of negative marking in NEET PG exam. For every correct reponse, +4 mark is awarded while for incorrect reponse, -1 will be deducted. 

Q:   Why solving NEET PG previous years question papers is crucial?
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There are many advantages of solving previous years' question papers of NEET PG exam. Candidates can refer to some of the advantages given below:

  • This helps candidates to get an idea about the NEET PG exam pattern
  • Solving NEET PG question papers make candidates learn about speed and time management skill
  • Candidates get a fair idea about the type of questions being asked over the years and their difficulty level
  • After attempting the papers, candidates can cross-check their answers with the provided solutions and check their performance
  • The exercise helps candidates to evaluate their preparation strategy
  •  Solving previous years' question papers of NEET PG makes candidates learn to work on their weak areas
Q:   I got 535 marks in NEET PG. Will I get government college?
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500 plus marks is considered a decent score in NEET PG  exam. If a candidate score 535 marks that means his/her rank will be somewhere around 1000-2000. With that score, there is a chance to get admission in government college. Good score also depends on difficulty level of the question paper. If the question paper is difficult then cut off will be low. In 2023-24 session, general category cut off was 291 while the cut off for SC/ST was 257. Overall 500 plus marks will enable you to get admission in good college for PG course.

Q:   Does NBE release question paper for NEET PG?
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No. NBE doesn't release the official question paper for NEET PG exam. Candidates are not allowed to reveal the content of the test paper as they have to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) while applying for the exam. Hence, the exact questions asked in the examination can’t be identified. However, some coaching institutes release question paper based on memory of  exam-taking students. "The contents of this exam are confidential, proprietary and are owned by NBEMS. NBEMS explicitly prohibits the candidate, from reproducing, transmitting or publishing any or some contents of this exam, : the official brochure says.

Q:   Can I challenge NEET PG answer key?
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Answer key can be challenged for certain exams where officially the answer key is released by exam conducting body. As NBE doesn't release the official answer key for NEET PG exam, challenging the answer key doesn't hold any merit. Mostly in offline exams, the answer key can be challenged after paying certain sum of money. 

Q:   Was NEET PG 2024 question paper difficult?
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NEET PG 2024 question paper was difficult as compared to last year. The overall difficulty level of the question paper was  moderate to difficult. More than 80 pecent questions were based on clinical scenerio. A good number of questions were asked from topics such as Surgury, Gynaecology (OBS GYNE) and other topics. 160-170 questions were easy to attempt.

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NEET PG 2025 Result and Scorecard

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NEET PG 2025 result will be released by NBE on its official website. The result will be uploaded in PDF format. Candidates have to score minimum cut off score to qualify for the exam. The minimum cut off varies as per the category. Candidates have to download NEET PG scorecard/rank card by logging into their registered account. Candidates are advised to save the copy of the result in hardcopy for reference purposes during the counselling process. Candidates must note that the result will be valid for that particular academic session only. Along with the result, NEET PG 2025 cut off score will also be released for different category. 

NEET PG Toppers 

NEET PG 2025 toppers list will be announced. Last year, Dr Vaibhav Garg has bagged the top rank in the exam. He had scored 100 percentile. The second All India Ranker was Dr Anjali Shekhawat. Toppers' Interview will be available here once NEET PG 2025 result will be announced.

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Q:   Who is the topper of NEET PG 2024?
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The name of NEET PG 2o24 topper is Dr Vaibhav Garg. He did his MBBS from GMCH, Chandigarh. He achieved perfect 100 percentile in the exam. Garg had secured AIR 69 in NEET exam in 2018.

Q:   Who all secured 100 percentile in NEET PG 2024 exam?
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Dr Viabhav Garg and Dr Anjali got perfect 100 percentile in NEET PG 2024 exam. The list of NEET PG 2024 toppers have been enlisted below:

Name of candidates

Percentile

Rank

Dr Vaibhav Garg

100

1

Dr Anjali Shekhawat

100

2

Dr Saikumar

99.9990752

3

Dr Naisargee Ankur Raval

99.9990737

4

Dr Ravi Bansal

99.9990737

5

Dr Sonali

99.9981505

6

Dr Hamsavardhini

99.9981474

7

Q:   How to download NEET PG scorecard?
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Candidates will have to download NEET PG 2025 scorecard for 50% AIQ seats from the official website. They have to provide login details to download the scorecard. Only those qualify exam by scoring the minimum cut off could download individual scorecard. The scorecard contains details such as roll number of candidate, score, All India Rank, category rank, number of correct answers and incorrect onesetc. The scorecard is needed at various stages of admission process including seat allotment.

Q:   Will NBE prepare NEET PG 2025 result based on normalisation process?
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Yes. NBE will prepare NEET PG 2025 result based on normalisation process being adopted by AIIMS for many exams including INI CET. In the normalisation process, final marks are calculated based on raw scores which is converted into percentile form. Toppers are given 100 percentile and thereafter candidates get percentile accordingly. In both the shift in NEET PG 2025 exam, toppers will get 100 percentile. The percentile will be calculated to seven decimal places.

Q:   My NEET PG result has been withheld. What does it mean?
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NBE can hold back the results of the candidates who have not submitted the mandatory documents along with their NEET PG applications. Such candidates will not be eligible to participate in the counselling process. Candidates are advised to submit all the documents in the given deadline. NBE may not entertain any such request for submission of documents after the due date. NEET PG result is released in the form of merit list on the official website. Candidates who qualify the exam with the minimum will be able to download the scorecard with login details.

Q:   Will NEET PG scorecards be sent by post to the candidates?
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No, the scorecard of NEET PG 2025 will not be sent by post to any candidate. Candidates will have to download the scorecard online. It must be noted only qualified candidates can download NEET PG scorecard from the official website, nbe.edu.in. Candidates will have login and enter details such as application number and password to download NEET PG scorecard. Candidates have to score the minimum cut off marks to qualify for NEET PG exam. Only NEET PG qualifying candidates will be participating in the counselling for seat allotment.

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NEET PG 2024 Exam Analysis

As per students, the overall difficulty level of NEET PG 2024 exam was moderate to difficult. In comparision to last year, the paper was little tough. NEET PG 2024 analysis is based on reactions of exam taking students. Most of the questions were clinical in nature. A good number of questions were asked from Surgury, OBS Gynae etc. A total of 160-170 questions were good attempt. Check the video given below for NEET PG 2024 students reactions.

 

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Q:   Which part is difficult in NEET PG syllabus?
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As such no section is easy in NEET PG syllabus. Some candidates may find clinical section easy while others may perceive para clinical as difficult. In reality, all the three sections clinical pre and para clinical are equally difficult and candidates have to devote good amount of time to prepare in and out of every subjects. It must be noted, a good number of questions are clinical based, so this section holds huge importance.

Some topics of pre and para clinical are utmost important as lots of questions are from them. Point is candidates should prepare all three sections in such manner so that 90 percent questions can be answered easily. Last year, clinical section was difficult in comparision to other two sections.

Q:   I got 535 marks in NEET PG. Will I get government college?
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500 plus marks is considered a decent score in NEET PG  exam. If a candidate score 535 marks that means his/her rank will be somewhere around 1000-2000. With that score, there is a chance to get admission in government college. Good score also depends on difficulty level of the question paper. If the question paper is difficult then cut off will be low. In 2023-24 session, general category cut off was 291 while the cut off for SC/ST was 257. Overall 500 plus marks will enable you to get admission in good college for PG course.

Q:   Was NEET PG 2024 exam difficult?
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NEET PG 2024 exam was easy as compared to last year. The overall difficulty level of exam was easy to moderate. Most of the questions were direct, only 8-10 questions were confusing. More than 80 pecent questions were based on clinical scenerio. A good number of questions were asked from topics such as Contraception, ENT, Obstetrics and Gynaecology (OBS GYNE), Mycology, Molecular Biology, and Biochemistry. 170-180 questions were easy to attempt. 

Q:   Does NBE release analysis for NEET PG exam?
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No. NBE doesn't release analysis for NEET PG. Several coaching institutes and other experts release NEET PG analysis based on memory-based questions asked from exam-taking candidates. The exam analysis helps candidates to know the tentative score in the exam. Aspirants look for exam analysis to get an idea about weightage from each subjects. 

 

Q:   Which subject in NEET PG syllabus contains maximum and minimum weightage?
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NBE doesn't release the weightage for NEET PG exam. However, from last few years record, it can be said that maximum weightage is given to clinical subjects. A good number of questions are asked from general medicine, general surgury and paediatrics. Lesser number of questions are asked from anatomy, physiology etc. Candidates must note weightage for NEET PG syllabus may vary. This is why, candidates are advised not to depend upon weightage and prepare all subjects of clinical, pre and para clinical well so that there is less scope of negative marking. 

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NEET PG 2025 Cut off

NEET PG 2025 cut off scores will be released after the result. Various factors decide the NEET PG cut off including the number of candidates who appeared for the exam, availability of total seats, difficulty level of NEET PG and others. Candidates will have to secure the minimum qualifying percentile to become eligible to participate in NEET PG counselling 2025 for admission to MD / MS / PG Diploma programmes. Last year, NEET PG qualifying cut off was reduced twice.

NEET PG 2025 Cut off Percentile

Category

NEET PG 2024 cutoff qualifying percentile

Unreserved (UR)

50th percentile

SC/ST/OBC

40th percentile

UR PWD

45th percentile

NEET PG 2024 Revised Cut off

Category

NEET PG 2024 revised cutoff percentile

Unreserved (UR)

5th percentile

SC/ST/OBC

5th percentile

UR PWD

5th percentile

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Q:   What is the qualifying NEET PG 2025 cut off percentile for the general category?
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Candidates have to score the minimum cut off to qualify for the exam. The cut off varies for different categories. NEET PG 2025 cut off percentile for the general category students is 50. Those who score less than minimum cut off for that category do not qualify for the exam. A merit list is released based on the cut off marks, comprising name of candidates eligible for the counselling rounds. It must be noted that NEET PG result is valid for that particular academic year only and it can't be used next year or so.

Q:   Does NBE reduce NEET PG cut off in any case?
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Yes. NBE reduces NEET PG cut off in case seats remain vacant after counseling rounds. Reducation of cut off makes more number of candidates eligible to participate in the counselling who were earlier ineligible due to low score. Last year, NBE reduced cut off twice. For 2023-24 session, NBE had reduced cut off to zero for all category. For 2022-23 session, the cut off was reduced by 25 percentile for each category. 

 

Q:   What is NEET PG 2023 cut off for general category?
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NEET PG 2023 cut off for general category was 291. The cut off is the minimum marks to be scored to qualify for the exam in that particular category. NBE declared NEET PG 2023 cut off along with the result on March 14, 2023. Those who scored less than the cut off marks will not be eligible for the counselling process. The counselling is held for seat allotment.

Q:   What are the factors that determine cut off for NEET PG?
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There are a number of factors which determine the cut off for NEET PG including difficulty level of paper etc. Some of the factors have been enlisted below:

  • Number of candidates who appeared for NEET PG exam
  • Total number of seats available
  • The difficulty level of the examination
  •  Previous years’ cutoffs
Q:   I didn't score the minimum cut off for NEET PG. Will I eligible for NEET PG counselling?
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No. Candidates need the minimum cut off to qualify for NEET PG. It must be noted only those who qualify the exam with the minimum cut off score will be eligible to participate in the counselling rounds for seat allotment. Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts online counselling for seat allotment. Candidates have to register and declare choice for college and course for seat allotment. 

Q:   Who releases cut off for NEET PG?
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National Board of Examinations (NBE) releases cut off for NEET PG. It must be noted the cut off is releases along with NEET PG result. Candidates have to score minimum cut off to qualify for the exam. The minimum cut off is different for different category. For the general category, the minimum qualifying cut off is 50 percentile marks while for SC/ST, the qualifying cut off is 40. The cut off depends on a number of factors including the difficulty level of the exam, number of candidates appeared etc.

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NEET PG 2025 Counselling

Only those who will qualify NEET PG 2025 exam with the minimum cut off percentile will be eligible to participate in the counselling for NEET PG 2025. NEET PG counselling comprises steps such as online registration, paying fee, filling preferences for college and course, seat allotment result, and reporting. Candidates must note that MCC conducts counselling for the allotment of 50% All India Quota seats while respective state counselling authorities conduct counselling for rest 50% seats. A total of 4 rounds of counselling is held for AIQ seat allotment. MCC conducts NEET PG counselling for admission to MD/MS/Diploma courses.

The process of NEET PG counselling involves registration, choice filling for college/course, seat allotment result, and reporting to the allotted institute. Admissions to the MD/MS/DNB course will be finalised on the basis of the counselling. MCC conducts NEET PG counselling for 50 per cent AIQ, Deemed/Central Universities, ESIC/AFMS institutes. The respective state counselling authority are conducting the counselling session for the rest of the 50 per cent seats.

Online Registration for Counselling 

Aspirants are required to register themselves on the official website of MCC and fill the application form to participate in the NEET PG 2024 counselling. Only those candidates who will register on the official website of MCC will be able to participate in the NEET 2025 counselling. Qualifying NEET PG 2025 exam is compulsory for participating in the counselling. The application/registration process for counselling involves the following steps:

  • Creating a profile on the official website of MCC

  • Completing the application form of NEET PG 2025 counselling 

  • Uploading the required documents

  • Depositing the application fee for counselling (credit card/ debit card/ net banking)

  • Choice filling and locking

  • Printing a copy of the duly filled application form

NEET PG Reservation: The Revised Criteria

In 2021, Centre had approved 27 and 10 per cent NEET PG reservations for OBC and EWS candidates respectively in 50 per cent All India Quota seats. Candidates who belong to the OBC category (non-creamy layer) as per the Central OBC list, will compete for 50 per cent seats in government medical and dental colleges across the country via AIQ. Candidates don't need the domicile of any particular state for admission to 50 per cent AIQ seats. Similarly, those who belong to EWS (Economic Weaker Section) will be eligible for 10 per cent quota in NEET PG admission. Candidates of both categories need to produce the relevant documents at the time of admission. For candidates of SC and ST categories, there is already a reservation of 15 and 7.5 per cent respectively in NEET PG admission. 

The following Medical colleges are not covered by centralised admissions for MD/MS seats through NEET PG for 2025 session:

Also Read: NEET PG Seats in India: Check Seat Allocation Process & State-wise List

NEET PG 2025 Merit List

On the basis of the result, NBE prepares a NEET PG merit list. According to which seat allotment process takes place. The higher the position in the merit list better the college candidates get. NBE prepares the merit list on the basis of various criteria. Below are the four criteria upon which merit list will be prepared:

  • All India rank in the exam

  • All India 50 per cent quota rank

  • All India 50 per cent category rank

  • State quota or private medical colleges/ AFMS Rank 

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Q:   If I opt to participate in the second round of NEET PG counselling, will the seat allocated to me in the first round be cancelled?
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If you are allotted a seat in the second round of NEET PG counselling, then only the seat allocated to you in the first round will be cancelled. However, if you are not allocated a seat in the second round, you will retain the earlier allocated seat. MCC conducts 4 rounds of counselling for seat allotment. Candidates have to register on the official website to participate in the counselling process. Registration can be done in all rounds except the last one. 

Q:   I have registered for round 1 of NEET PG counselling. Should I register again for round 2/mop up round?
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No, online registration for NEET PG counselling is a one-time process. Those who have already registered once don't need to register again. Only those candidates who have not registered themselves during round 1 need to register for the round 2/mop-up round. Registration can be done in any round except last one on the official website. Mcc. Nic. In. Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) conducts counselling for allotment of 50% All India Quota seats.

Q:   What details are needed for NEET PG registration for seat allotment?
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Candidates need to enter all those details which were submitted while submitting NEET PG application form. Some information can be filled from admit card issued before exam. This is the reason candidates are advised to save copy of application form and admit card. Both these documents are needed at various stsges of admission process for NEET PG exam. 

Q:   How many rounds of NEET PG counselling will be held?
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A total of 4 rounds of NEET PG counselling will be held for 50% All India Quota seats by MCC. Candidates will have to register on the official website, mcc. nic.in to participate in the counselling rounds for NEET PG. Registration will be followed by choice declaration for the counselling. Seats will be allotted based on NEET PG rank, choice declared by candidates, availability of seats in particular college and course, reservation factor etc. Candidates must note, respective state authorities will conduct the counselling for rest 50% seats.

Q:   Who conducts counselling for NEET PG?
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NEET PG counselling is conducted by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). The counselling is held online for seat allotment. It must be noted online registration and choice declaration is mandatory to participate in the counselling process. Candidates are advised to keep a track of official website of MCC to know all the updates regarding seat allotment proces. 

Q:   What is the duration of NEET PG counselling?
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The duration of NEET PG counselling depends on number of vacant seats after each round. Usually, the counselling process goes on for over two months time. Each round of NEET PG counselling takes around 15-20 days time starting from registration to reporting. Initial rounds takes a bit more time than last rounds. Candidates have to register online and declare choice for college and course for seat allotment. Registration can be done on the official website. A total of 4 rounds of counselling is held for seat allotment. Based on choice declared by candidates, available seats, NEET PG rank, reservation factor etc. seats are allotted to candidates.

Q:   Do I need to lock choices for NEET PG counselling?
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Yes. Choices for NEET PG counselling have to be locked in the given deadline. If a candidate doesn't lock the choice of college and course, it gets automatically locked after the deadline. Based on declared choices, availablity of seats, reservation factor, seats will be allotted. Round-3 registration was started on December 26, 2024.

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NEET PG 2025: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)



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Q:   When will MCC conduct NEET PG 2025 counselling?
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MCC will announce dates and schedule for NEET PG 2025 counselling. Candidates have to register online to participate in the counselling. Registration can be done on the official website, mcc.nic.in. Registered candidates also have to declare choice for college and course for seat allotment. Choices have to be locked in the given deadline. Seats are allotted based on declared choices, availablity of seats, NEET PG rank, reservation factor etc. A separate seat allotment result is declared for each round. 

Q:   What is the internship deadline for NEET PG 2025?
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The internship deadline for NEET PG 2025 will be released by NBE along with the official brochure. Candidates who complete the internship on or before the deadline will be eligible for NEET PG 2025 exam. Candidates will have to do online registration to submit NEET PG 2025 application form. NEET PG 2025 exam is scheduled to be held on June 15 in computer-based mode.

Q:   Will there be negative marking in the NEET PG exam?
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Yes. According to the exam pattern, mark is deducted for each wrong answer in NEET PG exam. For each right answer, candidates get 4 marks and for each wrong answer, -1 mark is deducted. As there is a provision of the negative marking in the exam, candidates are advised to answer only those questions where they have confidence of right answer, otherwise negative marking may put toll on overall score. 

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June 17 was the deadline to choose exam city from the revised list published by NBE. The process began online on June 13, 2025. It must be noted, the revised list of exam cities were published after Supreme Court ordered NBE, the exam conducting body to conduct exam in single shift. As per the revis

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Yes. NEET PG 2025 application form was reopened on June 13, 2025. The application form window was opened to choose exam city as NBE revised list of cities following exam postponement. Candidates had to choose exam city from June 13 to June 17, 2025. The correction window was opened from June 20 to J

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Yes. NBE will conduct NEET PG 2025 in single shift after Supreme Court directed NBE to do so. On May 30, 2025, SC directed NBE to conduct exam in single shift to ensure complete transparency. While hearing a peition, challenging two shifts exam, the top court said the difficulty level of two shift c

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Answered a month ago

Andhra Medical College cutoff 2024 is out for admission to the MD and MS courses. Considering the last-round rank, the MS cutoff stood between 4417 and 15583 for General category students in the AI quota. Similarly, for the MD specialisations, the NEET PG cutoff stood between 732 and 113714. So, it

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Ayush Uniyal

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Answered a month ago

To check your NEET PG merit list in Siddhartha Medical College, you can follow these steps:

  1. Go to the official website of NBE, or click on the link given above
  2. Select 'NEET PG' from the buttons given at the bottom
  3. Click on the NEET PG result PDF
  4. A list will open on your screen
  5. Scroll through the list and

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Parul Jain

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Answered 2 months ago

Listed below are the top MD in Ayurved colleges in India accepting NEET PG score along with their tuition fees:

Top CollegesTuition Fee
Parul UniversityINR 4.5 Lacs - INR 14.25 lakh
Chaudhary Brahm Prakash Ayurved Charak SansthanINR 3.26 lakh
Parul Institute of Ayurved and ResearchINR 4.5 Lacs - INR 14.25 lakh
Parul Institute of Ayurved, Parul UniversityINR 4.5 Lacs - INR 14.25 lakh

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official website and may vary.

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Tasbiya Khan

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Answered 2 months ago

Candidates can modify incorrect images uploaded with NEET PG 2025 application form through pre and final selective window. Pre selective window was open from May 17 to May 21, 2025. The final window to correct images for NEET PG 2025 opened on May 24, 2025. The deadline of final edit window was May

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Kartik Khanna

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Yes. Candidates can change date of birth in NEET PG application form using correction window. Apart from date of birth, they can edit, gender category, physical disability status, photograph, signature and EWS status. It must be noted details such as name, mobile number, email address, test city can

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Mukul Kumar Mishra

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Yes. NBE opened NEET PG 2025 application form to choose exam city. As per the revised dates and schedule post postponement of exam, the aplication window was opened from June 13 to June 17, 2025. The correction window opened from June 20 to June 22, 2025. NEET PG 2025 revised date was announced foll

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NBE opened application window to select NEET PG 2025 exam city from June 13 to June 17, 2025. The correction window opened from June 20 to June 22, 2025. It must be noted, NBE revised schedule for all major events after exam was postponed. On May 30, SC had directed NBE to conduct NEET PG 2025 exam

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851 Institutes accepting NEET PG

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