NEET PG 2025, conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), is a national-level exam for admission into postgraduate medical programs like MD, MS and PG Diplomas in India. Below is a clear and complete guide to help candidates prepare and understand the process thoroughly.
Key Dates (Absolute & Clear)
- Information Bulletin Released: April 17, 2025
- Registration Open: April 17 – May 7, 2025;
Form correction: May 9–13, final edit: May 24–26 - Admit Card Released: July 31, 2025
- NEET PG Exam Date: August 3, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM (single shift)
Note: The exam was earlier scheduled for June 15, but then shifted to a single‑shift date of August 3 as ordered by the Supreme Court.
Eligibility Criteria
To appear in NEET PG 2025, candidates must:
- Hold an MBBS degree or provisional MBBS pass certificate recognized under the NMC Act, 2019.
- Complete their rotatory internship by July 31, 2025.
- Possess valid registration (permanent or provisional) with NMC/MCI or a State Medical Council.
- Foreign medical graduates must have cleared FMGE before applying.
Application & Document Upload
- Register online via the official NBEMS website (natboard.edu.in).
- Upload your photograph, signature, and thumb impression in JPEG/JPG, under 80 KB, each.
- Photograph should be recent, colour, white background, with 75% face coverage, and include name + date printed at bottom.
- Signature must be in running handwriting (black/blue ink) on a white background with max size 3.5×1.5 cm.
Exam Day Guidelines
- Reach the centre by 7:00 AM; entry closes at 8:30 AM.
- Exam runs from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM, with entry into the computer login window at 8:45 AM.
- Carry:
- Printed NEET PG admit card with pasted passport‑size photo,
- Original + copy of Medical Council registration certificate,
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter/Passport/Driving licence).
- If your name has changed recently, carry the legal document (marriage/divorce certificate).
- Printed NEET PG admit card with pasted passport‑size photo,
- Do not bring: mobile phones, smartwatches, calculators, bags, papers, pens, water bottle, or jewellery.
- Biometric thumb impression, digital photo capture, frisking and ID checks are mandatory. Any suspicious behavior or language with invigilators may lead to disqualification.