The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the NEET PG 2026 cutoff along with the NEET PG 2026 result. The cutoff is the minimum qualifying percentile and corresponding marks a candidate must secure to be eligible for NEET PG counselling for MD, MS, PG Diploma, DNB and DrNB seats.
NEET PG 2026 Cutoff - Quick Overview
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Exam name | NEET PG 2026 |
| Exam date | August 30, 2026 |
| Result declared on | September 24, 2026 |
| Total marks | 720 (180 questions, +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect) |
| Cutoff released as | Qualifying percentile and equivalent marks, category-wise |
| Applicable for | MD, MS, PG Diploma, DNB and DrNB admissions (AIQ and state quota) |
| Official websites | natboard.edu.in or nbe.edu.in |
NEET PG 2026 Important Dates
- NEET PG 2026 exam date: August 30, 2026
- NEET PG 2026 result and cutoff release: September 24, 2026
- NEET PG 2026 answer key: To be published on or after October 1, 2026, on the NBEMS website
NEET PG 2026 Cutoff - Category-Wise Qualifying Percentile and Marks
The NEET PG 2026 cutoff is expressed as a minimum qualifying percentile, with an equivalent mark (out of 720) published alongside it. Only candidates scoring at or above their category's qualifying mark are eligible to be considered for NEET PG counselling 2026.
| Category | Qualifying Percentile | Qualifying Marks (out of 720) |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50th percentile | 262 |
| General PwBD | 45th percentile | 244 |
| SC / ST / OBC (including PwBD of these categories) | 40th percentile | 226 |
How to Check Your NEET PG 2026 Result and Cutoff Status
- Visit the official website - natboard.edu.in or nbe.edu.in.
- Click on the NEET PG 2026 result/scorecard link.
- Log in using your registration number/roll number and date of birth or password, as prompted.
- Your scorecard will display your marks, percentile, category-wise cutoff status, and All India Rank.
- Download and save the scorecard for future reference and counselling registration.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Cross-check your category and PwBD status carefully before assuming your qualifying status.
- Do not rely on unofficial cutoff figures circulating on social media; refer only to the NBEMS-issued scorecard and notice.
- Keep your login credentials and registration details safe for use during counselling registration.
- Watch for the NEET PG 2026 answer key (expected on or after October 1, 2026) if you wish to cross-verify your raw score.