Introduction
What is NEET PG?
NEET PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Post Graduate) is India's single national-level entrance examination for admission to MD/MS and PG Diploma programs. It replaced the earlier AIPGMEE and various state-level PG entrance exams, creating a unified exam for all postgraduate medical admissions in the country.
Gateway to 45,000+ MD/MS/PG Diploma seats across India
Conducted by NBEMS (National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences)
The Process
4 Steps to Your PG Seat
Follow these steps from registration to securing your MD/MS/PG Diploma seat.
Registration
Register on the NBEMS website with your personal and academic details. Upload required documents and pay the application fee online.
Admit Card
Download your admit card from the NBEMS portal once released. Verify all details including name, photo, exam center, and date. Report discrepancies immediately.
Exam Day
Appear for the computer-based test (CBT) at your allotted center. The exam consists of 200 MCQs to be completed in 3 hours 30 minutes. Marking: +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect answers.
Counseling
After results, register for counseling through MCC (All India Quota) or state counseling authorities. Choose your preferred colleges and specialties based on your rank.
Checklist
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready for registration and exam day.
For Registration
For Exam Day
Avoid These Errors
Common Mistakes to Avoid
These are the most frequent errors that NEET PG aspirants make during the process.
Exam Content
Exam Syllabus — 19 Subjects
NEET PG covers the entire MBBS curriculum. Focus on high-yield clinical subjects for maximum impact.
Exam Format
Exam Pattern
Understanding the exam format helps you plan your time and strategy effectively.
200 MCQs
Single best answer format covering all 19 subjects. Each correct answer carries +4 marks (total 800 marks).
3 Hours 30 Minutes
Total duration with no sectional time limits
Computer-Based Test
Conducted at designated NBE test centers across India
Negative Marking Applies
Each incorrect answer attracts a penalty of -1 mark. Unanswered questions carry no penalty.
Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
Make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements before registering for NEET PG.
After the Exam
Counseling Process
Counseling is conducted in multiple rounds. Register separately for each counseling authority you wish to participate in.
All India Quota (MCC)
Medical Counseling Committee conducts counseling for 50% seats in government medical colleges plus all Central/AIIMS/JIPMER/ESIC/Armed Forces institute seats. All states participate in the AIQ scheme.
State Quota Counseling
Remaining 50% seats in government colleges plus all seats in private medical colleges are filled through state-level counseling conducted by respective state authorities.
Deemed Universities
Deemed universities conduct their own counseling through MCC. These include institutes like Manipal, Kasturba, SRM, and others with their own fee structures.
Statistics
Cut-Off Trends
Minimum qualifying percentiles required to be eligible for counseling. Actual admission cut-offs vary by college and specialty.
50th
General
Minimum qualifying percentile for unreserved category
40th
SC/ST/OBC
Relaxed qualifying percentile for reserved categories
45th
PwD (General)
Qualifying percentile for PwD in general category
40th
PwD (SC/ST/OBC)
Qualifying percentile for PwD in reserved categories
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about NEET PG and the admission process.
How many times can I attempt NEET PG?
There is no limit on the number of attempts for NEET PG. You can appear for the exam as many times as you want, provided you meet the eligibility criteria. There is also no upper age limit.