NEET PG Exam 2025

Exam Overview

NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) for admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses in government and private medical colleges across India. It is a mandatory qualifying exam for postgraduate medical education and plays a crucial role in shaping a doctor's advanced academic path.

Category: National-Level Medical Entrance Exam
Related Courses: MD, MS, PG Diploma (Medical Specializations)

Key Exam Details

Detail	Information
Exam Frequency	Conducted once a year
Eligibility	MBBS degree from an MCI-recognized institution + 1-year internship (by March 31, 2025)
Application Process	Online application via nbe.edu.in
Mode of Exam	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Pattern	200 MCQs from Pre-Clinical, Para-Clinical, and Clinical subjects
Syllabus Overview	Based on the MBBS curriculum prescribed by MCI/NMC
Important Dates	Application expected in January; exam likely in March
Result Date	Usually declared within 4 weeks after the exam
Official Website	nbe.edu.in

Preparation Tips and Resources

Understand the Syllabus: Review all MBBS subjects systematically, focusing on high-yield topics.
Smart Study Plan: Prioritize subjects based on previous year weightage and personal strengths/weaknesses.
Daily MCQ Practice: Solve topic-wise MCQs to improve recall and application skills.
Standard Books: Use standard PG entrance prep books like Across, Mudit Khanna, Review of PGMEE, and online platforms.
Mock Tests: Regularly attempt full-length mocks to simulate exam conditions and analyze performance.

Admit Card, Results & Cutoff

Admit Card: Available for download approximately one week before the exam.
Result: Includes score, percentile, and All India Rank (AIR).
Cutoff: Varies yearly; minimum qualifying percentile is usually 50th (40th for SC/ST/OBC), but can be revised.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is NEET PG mandatory for all PG medical admissions?
Yes, it is compulsory for MD/MS/PG Diploma courses in all medical colleges except AIIMS, JIPMER, PGI Chandigarh, and NIMHANS (which have merged into INI-CET).

Is there negative marking in NEET PG?
Yes, +4 for a correct answer and -1 for a wrong answer.

Can a candidate appear for NEET PG without completing the internship?
No, the 1-year internship must be completed by March 31, 2025, to be eligible.

Is the NEET PG score valid for more than one year?
No, NEET PG scores are valid only for the current academic year.

Top Institutes Accepting NEET PG Scores

Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), Delhi
King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow
Grant Medical College, Mumbai
B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad
Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
Government Medical College, Chandigarh
All state and central government medical colleges

Counseling & Admission Process

Centralized Counseling: Conducted by MCC for All India Quota (50%) seats in government medical colleges.
State Counseling: Managed by respective state authorities for state quota seats.
Rounds: Multiple counseling rounds, including mop-up and stray vacancy rounds.
Documents Required: NEET PG rank card, MBBS degree, internship certificate, identity proof, and category certificate (if applicable).

Latest Updates

Keep visiting the official NBE and MCC websites regularly for updated information on:

NEET PG 2025 notification
Exam schedule and syllabus changes
Counseling dates and seat matrix
Cutoff trends and merit list releases

Official Site: https://nbe.edu.in
Counseling Site: https://mcc.nic.in