DNB PDCET 2026 Exam Date Announced; NBE to Conduct Exam on 12 April
DNB PDCET 2026 exam date is April 12, 2026. NBE will conduct exam in a single shift between 9 AM to 11:00 AM. Read further to know about expected registration dates and exam-related information.
National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced DNB PDCET 2026 exam date. As per notification, Diplomate of National Board Post Diploma Centralised Entrance Test (DnB PDCET) for 2026 session will be conducted on April 12, 2026. This entrance test is important for candidates seeking admission to various Post Diploma DNB courses in India. NBE will conduct exam on Sunday, April 12, 2025 in a single shift. exam will be held between 9 AM to 11 AM.
DNB PDCET 2026: Exam Schedule and Shift Timing
Students can check exact exam date of DNB PDCET 2026 and shift timing below:
| Activity | Timing |
|---|---|
| Exam Start Time | 9:00 AM |
| Exam End Time | 11:00 AM |
DNB PDCET 2026 Expected Registration Dates
NBE will announce complete exam schedule for DNB PDCET 2026 shortly. While DNB PDCET 2026 exam date is fixed, detailed Information Bulletin and registration dates will be announced soon on official NBEMS portal. DNB PDCET 2026 registration is expected to open in January 2026 and close by February 2026
DNB PDCET 2026 exam will have 120 MCQs. For each correct answer, 4 marks will be awarded, and 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer. Applicants must have passed a final postgraduate diploma from a recognised university on or before May 31, 2026.
The DNB PDCET 2026 exam will be held on April 12, 2026. The NBE will conduct the post diploma CET exam online in computer-based exam mode at centres across India. Candidates need to appear for the exam at the allotted exam centres. The exam is of two hours duration.
No. DNB PDCET exam is held in computer-based mode. DNB PDCET 2025 exam date was held on March 25, 2025. A total of 120 multiple choice questions were asked in the exam and candidates were given 2 hours to answer them. English is the only medium in which the exam is held.
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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.