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NEET-PG and NExT (Postgraduate Medical Entrance)
After MBBS, most doctors aim for postgraduate specialisation. Admission to MD, MS and DNB seats has been through NEET-PG, while a National Exit Test (NExT) has been proposed to serve as both a licensing exam and a PG entrance. Doctors should track official announcements closely.
- Conducted by
- NBEMS (NEET-PG)
- Leads to
- MD, MS, DNB and PG diplomas
- Eligibility
- MBBS with completed internship by the specified date
- Future
- NExT proposed — check NMC updates
About the exam
NEET-PG tests the entire MBBS curriculum through clinical and applied questions. Rank determines speciality and college options through all-India and state counselling. See Doctor (Medical Practitioner) and MD / MS (Postgraduate Medical Degrees).
Who takes this exam
- Final-year MBBS students and interns
- Doctors planning specialisation
Eligibility (general)
- MBBS degree recognised by NMC
- Completion of internship by the cut-off date
- Registration with a medical council
Exam pattern
| Feature | In recent years |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer-based |
| Question type | Multiple-choice, clinical and applied |
| Coverage | All MBBS subjects |
| Marking | Negative marking for wrong answers |
Syllabus overview
The complete MBBS curriculum, with emphasis on clinical application.
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Courses and institutions it leads to
Government and private medical colleges and DNB-accredited hospitals.
How the process usually works
- ApplyOnline with NBEMS.
- Take the examComputer-based.
- CounsellingMCC for all-India quota, state counselling for state seats.
How to prepare
- Integrate learning during MBBSClinical understanding helps more than memorisation.
- Question practiceLarge volumes of clinical MCQs.
- Plan internship timeBalance duties with study.
After the result
Choose between speciality and college based on interest, training quality and long-term goals.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Choosing a speciality only by rank or trends
- Ignoring bond conditions of some states
Alternatives and backup options
- DNB programmes
- Master of Public Health
- Hospital administration
Frequently asked questions
Has NExT replaced NEET-PG?
NExT has been proposed; implementation timelines have changed. Follow NMC and NBEMS announcements.
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