NEET PG 2026 application form is expected to be released by NBEMS in the last week of April 2026 or beginning of May 2026. The exam is tentatively scheduled for 30 August 2026. NEET PG 2026 (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Postgraduate) is the single entrance examination for admission to MD/MS/PG Diploma courses across government and private medical colleges in India. It is conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS).
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Exam Name | NEET PG 2026 |
| Courses Offered | MD, MS, PG Diploma |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Exam Date | 30 August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Total Marks | 800 |
| Official Website | natboard.edu.in / nbe.edu.in |
NEET PG 2026 Exam Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | NBEMS |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Frequency | Once a year |
| Exam Duration | 3.5 hours (210 minutes) |
| Total Questions | 200 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 800 |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect |
| Courses Offered | MD/MS/PG Diploma |
Important Dates for NEET PG 2026
| Event | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| NEET PG 2026 Exam Date | 30 August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Internship Completion Cut-off | 30 September 2026 |
| Information Bulletin Release | Soon |
| Application Form Release | Last week of April or early May 2026 (Expected) |
| Last Date to Apply | To be notified |
| Admit Card Release | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| Result Declaration | September 2026 (Tentative) |
NEET PG 2026 Registration (Soon)
NEET PG 2026 Registration will start soon after the release of the information bulletin. The process is completely online on the NBEMS official website.
How to Apply for NEET PG 2026
- Visit the official website natboard.edu.in or nbe.edu.in
- Complete registration with valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill the application form with personal and academic details
- Upload scanned photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and take printout
NEET PG 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | MBBS degree from NMC/MCI recognized institute |
| Internship | Must complete one-year compulsory internship by 30 September 2026 |
| Registration | Permanent or provisional MBBS registration certificate from NMC/SMC |
| Age Limit | No upper or lower age limit |
| Nationality | Indian Nationals, OCI, and eligible foreign candidates |
NEET PG 2026 Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test |
| Number of Questions | 200 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 800 |
| Duration | 3 hours 30 minutes |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct answer, -1 for incorrect |
| Medium of Exam | English only |
NEET PG 2026 Syllabus
NBEMS does not release a word-to-word syllabus. The NEET PG 2026 syllabus is based on subjects studied during the MBBS course (Pre-clinical, Para-clinical, and Clinical subjects). Major subjects include:
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Biochemistry
- Pharmacology
- Microbiology
- Pathology
- Forensic Medicine
- Social and Preventive Medicine
- Medicine
- Surgery
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Paediatrics
- Orthopaedics
- ENT
- Ophthalmology
- Anaesthesia
- Dermatology
- Psychiatry
- Radiology
NEET PG 2026 Preparation Tips
- Complete the entire syllabus in 2–3 months with a structured timetable.
- Prioritize high-weightage topics and subjects.
- Use MBBS class notes as primary resource.
- Solve previous year question papers and take regular mock tests.
- Analyze mock test performance and work on weak areas.
- Revise at least 2–3 times before the exam.
NEET PG 2026 Seat Matrix
The seat matrix for NEET PG 2026 will be released by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) and respective counselling authorities during the counselling process. It includes seats in All India Quota (AIQ) and State Quota across government, private, and deemed medical colleges. Candidates can check the latest seat matrix on the official MCC website (mcc.nic.in) after result declaration.
