DETAILS ABOUT NEET-PG EXAM

ℹ️Full Form

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Postgraduate).

✅Eligibility

• Nationality: Must be a citizen of India or an OCI/PIO cardholder.
• Academic Qualification: Must possess an MBBS degree or Provisional MBBS Pass Certificate from a recognized medical college.
• Internship: Must have completed or be likely to complete the mandatory one-year rotating internship on or before the specified cut-off date for the admission year.
• Registration: Must possess a permanent or provisional registration certificate issued by the MCI/NMC or State Medical Council.

🎂Age Limit

There is **no upper age limit** to appear for the NEET-PG examination.

📖Detailed Syllabus

The syllabus comprises all subjects taught during the 5.5-year MBBS curriculum. It is divided into three main sections:

• Pre-Clinical: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry.
• Para-Clinical: Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, Social & Preventive Medicine.
• Clinical: Medicine & allied subjects (Dermatology, Psychiatry, etc.), Surgery & allied subjects (Orthopaedics, Anaesthesia, etc.), Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics.

⚙️Selection Process

1. Step 1: NEET-PG Written Examination. A single-session, computer-based test (CBT).
2. Step 2: Declaration of Results. The NBE releases a merit list with candidate scores and All India Ranks (AIR).
3. Step 3: Counselling and Seat Allotment. Qualified candidates participate in online counselling for the 50% All India Quota (conducted by MCC) and separate state-level counselling for the 50% State Quota seats.

💰Starting Salary Potential (After PG)

After completing a 3-year MD/MS, doctors start as Senior Residents or Specialists. The salary sees a significant jump.

• Government Hospital (Senior Resident/Specialist): Approximately ₹1,00,000 - ₹1,50,000 per month.
• Private/Corporate Hospital: Can range from ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹3 Lakhs per month or more, depending on the specialization and hospital.

⚕️Starting Post & Department (After PG)

After completing an MD/MS, the starting post is typically a Senior Resident or a Consultant in a specific medical department, such as:

• Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology (Medical branches).
• Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Neurosurgery (Surgical branches).
• Radiology, Pathology, Anaesthesiology (Diagnostic & Supportive branches).
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics.

📋Job Profile

The job profile of a specialist doctor involves providing advanced medical care in their chosen field, performing complex surgeries and procedures, mentoring junior doctors, and often engaging in clinical research and academic activities.

🎁Facilities After Selection (During PG Residency)

During the 3-year PG course, a Junior Resident receives:

• A monthly stipend (which is effectively the salary).
• On-campus hostel accommodation in most government colleges.
• Intense clinical exposure and hands-on training with advanced medical equipment.
• Access to extensive medical libraries and research opportunities.

🎯Scope

NEET-PG is the primary gateway to becoming a specialist doctor in India. It opens the door to a highly respected and financially rewarding career. After MD/MS, one can further pursue super-specialization (DM/M.Ch) through the NEET-SS exam, establish a private practice, work in corporate hospitals, or enter academia.

🗓️Exam Dates & Frequency

• Frequency: The NEET-PG exam is conducted once a year.
• Exam Month: The schedule has been variable in recent years, but it is typically held in the first half of the calendar year (e.g., March, May, or July).

📝How to Apply

The application process is managed by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS). Candidates must apply online through the official NBE website during the specified registration window.

📊Exam Structure & Score Pattern

Scoring Pattern: +4 marks for every correct answer, -1 mark for every incorrect answer. No marks for unattempted questions.

⏱️Duration of the Exam

The total duration of the exam is 210 minutes (3 hours and 30 minutes).

⏳Result Time

The results are typically declared within 30 to 40 days after the examination date.

💸Fees

The application fee is typically around ₹4,250 for General/OBC candidates and ₹3,250 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. This fee is subject to change.

🌐Official Website

For all official notifications, bulletins, and application forms, always refer to the official NBE website: nbe.edu.in