The NEET PG 2025 exam is set for June 15, 2025. The application process will begin in March 2025. MBBS graduates who have completed their internships by July 31, 2025, are eligible to apply online via the NBE website.

The NEET PG 2025 exam will be conducted in two shifts. Last year, the application fee was reduced to INR 3500 for general and OBC candidates, and INR 2500 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates. The form correction window for NEET PG 2025 will open in June 2025, after the application process is complete. Candidates can make corrections to any discrepancies in their images, signatures, and thumb impressions before the deadline. To modify these fields, candidates must log in to the candidate portal using their user ID and password.

NEET PG 2025 will consist of 200 questions divided into three sections. The exam duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes. According to the marking scheme, 4 marks are awarded for each correct answer, and 1 mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.

The NEET PG 2025 admit card will be available on the official NBE website (nbe.edu.in/natboard.edu.in). Candidates must bring the admit card, along with ID proof and photographs, to the exam center. In case of any discrepancies, candidates should contact the relevant authority. Admit cards will not be mailed individually and can be accessed online once activated.

There is no specific age limit for NEET PG 2025. Indian citizens or foreign nationals who obtained their Primary Medical Qualifications from medical colleges outside India and have qualified for the FMGE Screening Test are also eligible to apply. The NEET PG 2025 results are expected to be announced in July/August 2025.

NEET PG 2025 Exam Date

The National Board of Examination (NBE) has confirmed that the NEET PG 2025 will take place on June 15, 2025. This exam serves as a national-level entrance test for postgraduate medical courses like MD, MS, and PG Diploma programs. Candidates who hold an MBBS degree and will have completed their internship by July 31, 2025, are eligible to apply.

The crucial Dates for NEET PG 2025 are as follows:

NEET PG 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates who do not meet the specified eligibility criteria will not be admitted to the postgraduate course. If it is discovered at any stage that a candidate has provided false information, their admission will be canceled. The NEET PG 2025 eligibility criteria are as follows:

• Candidates must hold an MBBS degree or a provisional MBBS degree certificate, recognised under the IMC Act 1956 and NMC Act 2019.
• Along with the degree or certificate, candidates must have completed their internship by July 31, 2025.
• Candidates from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Jammu & Kashmir must submit a signed affidavit confirming that they were admitted through centralised counseling, along with a printed acknowledgment of the NEET PG application form submission.
• It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they meet the eligibility requirements. If found ineligible at any point, their candidature will be canceled. Even after passing the exam and being allocated a seat through NEET PG 2025 counseling, ineligible candidates may be asked to vacate their seat.
• No exceptions will be made to the eligibility guidelines, so candidates should only apply if they have valid degrees. Any application based on invalid degree or internship certificates will be canceled.
• Completing the NEET PG registration does not guarantee a seat in the PG program. Candidates must pass the exam and participate in NEET PG 2025 counseling, where seats will be allocated.
• The internship certificate must clearly state the start and end dates of the Compulsory Rotating Resident Internship program and must be submitted in original.
• Colleges recognised after the NMC cutoff date are considered invalid for NEET PG eligibility.
• Registration with the NMC, MCI, or the State Medical Council is mandatory. Candidates must provide documentary proof on the day of submission.
• According to some university/institute eligibility rules, candidates already pursuing a PG degree in any college or university are not eligible to apply for another PG program at the same college and may be denied admission. NBE, MCC, or MoHFW will not be responsible for cancellations in such cases.
• Candidates are allowed to go through the registration process only once.

NEET PG 2025 Eligibility Criteria: For Foreign Medical Graduates

The eligibility criteria for Indian Citizens and Overseas Citizens applying for NEET PG 2025 have been defined by the National Board of Examinations.

• Candidates must have completed their Primary Medical Qualifications from medical colleges outside India.
• Applicants under the FMG (Foreign Medical Graduate) quota must have qualified the FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination), a screening test conducted by NBE.
• Foreign medical graduates must be registered with the Medical Council of India (MCI) or a State Medical Council (SMC).
• As per NEET PG eligibility rules, FMG candidates must have completed the required internship as prescribed by NBE.

Eligibility for Foreign Nationals

Foreign nationals intending to appear for NEET PG 2025 must meet the following criteria:

• Foreign nationals are required to obtain temporary registration with the National Medical Commission (NMC) for the duration of the NEET PG exam and the Post Graduate course.
• NMC will charge the prescribed fee for registration and grant temporary registration for the course duration.

NEET PG 2025 Reservation Criteria

The NEET PG 2025 reservation criteria outline the seat allocation limits for reserved and non-reserved category candidates. Both reserved and non-reserved category candidates must be familiar with the reservation criteria to understand how seats are distributed. The reservation criteria for NEET PG 2025 are as follows:

NEET PG 50% AIQ Seats Reservation (Revised)

For States/Union Territories – 50% Quota Seats and Private Medical Colleges/Institutes/Universities/Deemed Universities

The reservation criteria for NEET PG 2025 vary by State/Union Territory, with each having its own quota. The merit list for NEET PG 2025 will also differ by state. Private universities/institutions may create their own merit lists based on applicable regulations, but the state quota will remain unchanged.

The National Board of Examinations (NBE) will provide details of candidates who qualify for NEET PG. The reservation criteria allow private universities and institutions in different States/Union Territories to develop their own NEET PG 2025 merit lists based on the NEET PG 2025 results. The regulations, qualifying criteria, applicable guidelines, and reservation policies of each state or university may differ.

For Armed Forces Medical Service Institutions

Candidates wishing to apply for MD/MS/PG Diploma seats in Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) must select the option for “Institutions of Armed Medical Services” during the application process. A separate NEET PG registration process is required for AFMC, which can be completed through the AFMC online registration website: afmcdg1.gov.in.

It is important to note that no reservations are granted for SC/ST/OBC/PwD category candidates in Armed Forces institutions offering postgraduate courses.

NEET PG 2025 Qualifying Marks Criteria

To qualify for NEET PG 2025, candidates must meet the qualifying marks set by the authorities:

NEET PG 2025 Registration

The NEET PG application form will be released in the first week of April 2025. The exam is scheduled for June 15, 2025, and will serve as a single national-level entrance test for postgraduate medical courses like MD, MS, and PG Diploma programs. The NEET PG 2025 form correction window will open in May 2025, allowing candidates to correct any discrepancies in their images, signatures, and thumb impressions. To make changes, candidates must log in to the candidate portal using their user ID and password.

Only candidates who submit the application form with accurate details will be issued the NEET PG Admit Card 2025. The final allotment of the exam center will be based on the test city preferences selected by the candidates and will be indicated on the admit card. It is essential to carefully choose a test city during the NEET PG registration.

The application fee has been reduced to INR 3500 for general and OBC candidates, and to INR 2500 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.

The NEET PG 2025 application form can be completed using the following steps:

1. Visit nbe.edu.in and navigate to the NEET PG 2025 tab.
2. Click on the ‘new registration’ tab and provide the required details.
3. User ID and password will be sent via SMS and email for login purposes.
4. Fill in the application form, including Personal Details, Qualification Details (MBBS / Primary Medical Qualification details, Internship Details, SMC/MCI Registration Details), and Test Center Details.
5. Upload a recent passport size photograph (maximum 80 Kb size, in JPG/JPEG format) and signature (maximum 80 Kb size, in JPG/JPEG format).
6. Select the preferred test city.
7. Proceed to make the payment of fees online through debit/credit card or net banking.
8. Take a printout of the filled application form with the transaction ID mentioned. Important: Test City confirmation will only be provided after successful fee payment.

Application Fee

NEET PG Correction Window 2025:

The correction window allows applicants to modify certain details in their NEET PG 2025 application form.

The following details can be edited during the NEET PG correction window:

• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Category of the Candidate
• Physical Disability Status
• EWS status
• Photograph & Signature

However, the following details cannot be corrected in the NEET PG 2025 application form:

• Name of the Candidate
• Mobile Number
• Email ID
• Testing City
• Nationality

The NEET PG 2025 final edit window will allow candidates to make corrections to the images of their uploaded documents. Applicants can access the official website and log in using their application number and password to edit the form.

NEET PG 2025 Exam Pattern

The NBE will release the NEET PG 2025 exam pattern along with the official information brochure. Last year, NBE introduced significant changes to the NEET PG exam pattern, such as the implementation of time-bound sections. This means candidates must complete the questions in a specific section within the allotted time before moving to the next section. Once the time for a section runs out, candidates will not be allowed to review or modify their responses for that section. The NEET PG 2025 exam is tentatively scheduled for June 15, 2025.

The exam pattern will detail the structure of the test, the number of questions, available language options, exam duration, and the marking scheme. Understanding the exam pattern helps candidates get a clear idea of the total marks and better plan their preparation. Familiarity with the NEET PG pattern enables candidates to devise an effective strategy to improve their performance. According to the current NEET PG pattern, the test consists of 200 questions. Read the full article to learn more about the NEET PG exam pattern.

NEET PG 2025 Exam Pattern Highlights:

Candidates can refer to the table below for the NEET PG 2025 exam pattern details:

NEET PG 2025 Syllabus

The NEET PG 2025 syllabus is prepared by NBE and includes subject areas based on the Graduate Medical Education Regulations set by the Medical Council of India. It is crucial for candidates to review the NEET PG syllabus before beginning their preparation, as it outlines the topics and subject-wise weightage. This syllabus will provide candidates with a clear idea of the subjects they need to focus on for the exam. Although NBE does not provide the syllabus in exact detail, candidates can refer to the syllabus outlined by the Medical Council of India. The NEET PG syllabus primarily covers subjects taught during the MBBS course, including topics from Pre-Clinical, Para-Clinical, and Clinical sections. The exam is tentatively scheduled for June 15, 2025. To learn more about the topics covered and other aspects of the NEET PG syllabus, read the full article.

Subjects in NEET PG 2025 Syllabus

Pre-clinical Subjects

• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Biochemistry

Para-clinical Subjects

• Pharmacology
• Microbiology
• Pathology
• Forensic Medicine
• Social and Preventive Medicine

Clinical Subjects

• Medicine, Dermatology, and Venereology
• Surgery, Orthopaedics, and Anaesthesia
• Radiodiagnosis
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Paediatrics
• Ophthalmology
• ENT

NEET PG 2025 Syllabus: Pre-Clinical Subjects

Anatomy Topics

• Anatomical Terminology
• General Features of Bones & Joints
• General Features of Muscles
• General Features of Skin and Fascia
• General Features of the Cardiovascular System
• General Features of the Lymphatic System
• Introduction to the Nervous System
• Individual Bone Features (Upper Limb)
• Pectoral Region
• Axilla, Shoulder, and Scapular Region
• Arm & Cubital Fossa
• Forearm & Hand (Features, Joints, Radiographs, Surface Marking)
• Individual Bone Features (Lower Limb)
• Front & Medial Side of Thigh
• Gluteal Region & Back of Thigh
• Hip Joint
• Knee Joint, Anterolateral Compartment of Leg & Dorsum of Foot
• Back of Leg & Sole (Features, Joints, Radiographs, Surface Marking)
• Thoracic Cage
• Heart & Pericardium
• Mediastinum
• Lungs & Trachea
• Thorax
• Skull Osteology
• Scalp
• Face & Parotid Region
• Posterior Triangle of Neck
• Cranial Cavity
• Orbit
• Anterior Triangle
• Temporal & Infratemporal Regions
• Submandibular Region
• Deep Structures in the Neck
• Mouth, Pharynx & Palate
• Cavity of Nose
• Larynx
• Tongue
• Organs of Hearing and Equilibrium
• Eyeball
• Back Region
• Head & Neck Joints, Histology, Development, Radiography & Surface Marking
• Anterior Abdominal Wall
• Posterior Abdominal Wall
• Male External Genitalia
• Abdominal Cavity
• Pelvic Wall & Viscera
• Perineum
• Vertebral Column
• Sectional Anatomy
• Histology & Embryology
• Osteology
• Radiodiagnosis
• Surface Marking
• Meninges & CSF
• Spinal Cord
• Medulla Oblongata
• Pons
• Cerebellum
• Midbrain
• Cranial Nerve Nuclei & Cerebral Hemispheres
• Ventricular System
• Histology of Epithelium, Connective Tissue, Muscle, Nervous Tissue
• Blood Vessels
• Glands & Lymphoid Tissue
• Bone & Cartilage
• Integumentary System
• Chromosomes & Inheritance Patterns
• Genetics, Chromosomal Aberrations & Clinical Genetics
• Introduction to Embryology
• Gametogenesis and Fertilization
• Fetal Development (2nd Week to 8th Week)
• Fetal Membranes and Prenatal Diagnosis
• Ethics in Anatomy

Biochemistry Topics

• Basic Biochemistry
• Enzyme Functions
• Metabolism of Carbohydrates, Lipids, and Proteins
• Metabolism & Homeostasis
• Molecular Biology
• Nutrition
• Extracellular Matrix
• Oncogenesis & Immunity
• Biochemical Laboratory Tests

Physiology Topics

• General Physiology
• Haematology
• Nerve and Muscle Physiology
• Gastrointestinal, Cardiovascular, Respiratory & Renal Physiology
• Endocrine, Reproductive, and Neurophysiology
• Integrated Physiology

NEET PG 2025 Syllabus: Para-Clinical Subjects

Pathology Topics

• Introduction to Pathology
• Cell Injury, Adaptation & Inflammation
• Amyloidosis & Healing/Repair
• Hemodynamic Disorders & Neoplastic Disorders
• Basic Diagnostic Cytology & Immunopathology
• Blood and Bone Marrow Pathology
• Clinical Pathology & Tumor Pathology
• Disease Pathology of Various Organ Systems (GIT, Respiratory, Cardiovascular, Urinary, etc.)

Pharmacology Topics

• Basic Principles of Pharmacology
• Clinical and Experimental Pharmacology
• Clinical Pharmacy & Communication

Microbiology Topics

• General Microbiology & Immunity
• Infectious Diseases (Blood, GI, Respiratory, CNS, etc.)
• Zoonotic and Sexually Transmitted Infections

Forensic Medicine Topics

• General Information & Forensic Pathology
• Medical Jurisprudence & Forensic Psychiatry
• Toxicology (Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Environmental, etc.)
• Forensic Skills & Emerging Technologies

Preventive and Social Medicine Topics

• Health and Disease Concepts
• Environmental Health, Health Promotion, and Education
• Nutrition, Epidemiology & Health Statistics
• Public Health Programs and Services (Maternal/Child Health, Occupational Health, etc.)

NEET PG 2025 Syllabus: Clinical Subjects

Orthopaedics Topics

• Skeletal Trauma, Fractures & Musculoskeletal Infections
• Bone Tumors, Metabolic Bone Disorders, and Peripheral Nerve Injuries
• Surgical Skills & Counseling

ENT Topics

• Anatomy, Physiology, & Clinical Skills
• Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in ENT

Surgery Topics

• Metabolic Response to Injury, Burns & Wound Care
• Anaesthesia, Pain Management, and Pre/Post-operative Care
• Surgical Specialties (Endocrine, Gastro, Vascular, etc.)

Ophthalmology Topics

• Visual Acuity Assessment & Eye Anatomy
• Conditions of the Eye (Cornea, Retina, etc.)

Medicine Topics

• Common Diseases (Heart Failure, HIV, Hypertension, Diabetes, etc.)
• Systemic Disorders & Nutritional Deficiencies
• Infectious Diseases (Pneumonia, TB, etc.)

Obstetrics & Gynaecology Topics

• Female Reproductive Anatomy, Pregnancy, Labour & Puerperium
• Gynecological Disorders (Amenorrhea, PCOS, Uterine Prolapse, etc.)

Paediatrics Topics

• Growth and Development
• Pediatric Emergencies, Nutritional Support, and Immunization
• Common Pediatric Diseases (Diarrhea, Respiratory Infections, etc.)

Psychiatry Topics

• Mental Health Disorders (Psychosis, Depression, Bipolar, etc.)
• Psychiatric Emergencies & Therapeutics

Dermatology Topics

• Skin Conditions (Acne, Vitiligo, Psoriasis, etc.)
• Infections, HIV, and Systemic Diseases Related to Skin

Radiology Topics

• Radiological Investigations & Radiation Safety

Radiotherapy Topics

• Principles, Radiobiology & Chemoradiation
• Radiation Treatment Delivery

Anaesthesia Topics

• General & Regional Anaesthesia, Pain Management
• Intensive Care & Patient Safety

NEET PG 2025 Admit Card

Important dates for the admit card are-

Details to Check on Your Admit Card

Ensure the following details are accurate on your admit card:

• Your Name
• Registration Number
• Roll Number
• Parent’s/Guardian’s Name
• Exam Venue
• Exam Time
• Reporting Time
• Subject Name
• Slot-wise Division of Exam
• Exam Language
• Exam Day Instructions

Exam Day Guidelines to Follow

To ensure your candidature is not rejected, adhere to the following NBE guidelines:

• Bring all required documents along with your NEET PG admit card
• Arrive at the exam center on time
• Complete security checks and document verification
• Submit the rough sheet after the exam
• Leave the exam center only after the exam is concluded
• Ensure the details on your admit card match your ID proof
• Arrive at least 30 minutes before the exam starts

NEET PG 2025 Result

The NEET PG 2025 result will be declared in July or August 2025, and candidates can access it online. To view their result, candidates will need to log in to the website and download their scorecard. There will be no provision for re-evaluation, re-checking, or re-totalling of answers.

The result will be valid only for the current academic session. In case two or more candidates achieve the same score, their rank will be determined using the tie-breaking criteria. After the result is announced, the NEET Merit List will be published, displaying the overall merit positions of all candidates who appeared for the exam.

Procedure to check NEET PG 2025 result:

1. Go to the website natboard.edu.in and locate the NEET PG 2025 result link (when available).
2. Enter your user ID and password in the provided fields.
3. The result will be displayed on the screen.
4. Download the result for future reference.

Instructions for Downloading NEET PG 2025 Scorecard: To access their results, candidates need to provide their credentials, including Confirmation No., Testing ID, and Date of Birth, as indicated on the admit card issued by NBE.

Follow the steps below to view the NEET PG Result and scorecard:

1. Visit the official website of NBE.
2. Click on the link labeled “NEET PG 2025 Results.”
3. Enter the necessary credentials, such as testing ID and date of birth, to access the result.
4. Review the score and qualifying status displayed on the screen.

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