The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) PG is a national-level exam conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) for admission to various postgraduate medical courses such as MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses. NEET PG 2023: The exam concluded on March 5, 2023, in computer-based mode. According to the schedule, NEET 2023 PG Admit Card has released on February 27, 2023. Candidates will have to download the admit card for NEET PG 2023 from the official website, nbe.edu.in. NEET PG 2023 Result Declared at natboard.edu.in on March 14, 2023. In this article, we will discuss the NEET PG 2023 exam, its eligibility criteria, syllabus, exam pattern, and preparation tips.
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NEET PG 2023 Highlights
Candidates can refer to the table given below for important highlights for NEET PG 2023 Counselling exam:
| Events | Details |
| Exam name | National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Post-Graduate courses (NEET PG) |
| Conducting Body | National Board of Examinations (NBE) |
| Exam Level | Postgraduate exam at the National level |
| Exam frequency | Once a year |
| Mode of the examination | Computer-based test |
| Total registrations | 2,06,301 (In 2022) |
| Official website | nbu.edu.in |
| Courses offered | MD/MS/PG Diploma/DNB post-MBBS |
| Exam fees | 5,015 (for General and OBC) 3,835 (for SC/ST/PWD/Physically Handicapped) |
| Exam duration | 3.5 hours (210 minutes) |
| Total marks | 800 |
| Total Questions | 200 |
| Number of test cities | 256 |
| Marking scheme | +4 marks for correct response -1 for incorrect response No marks for unattempted question |
| Language/Medium | English only |
| NEET PG total seats | 19,953 MD 10,821 MS 1979 PG Diploma 1338 DNB CET |
| Total number of colleges in NEET PG | 6,102 (MS/MD/PG Diploma) 649 Hospitals (DNB) |
| Official website | nbe.edu.in/natboard.edu.in |
NEET PG 2023 Important Dates (Out)
The below-mentioned table presents all the essential exam dates regarding NEET PG 2023 Exam:-
| Events | Dates |
| Online submission of application form | January 7, 2023 (3 pm onwards) to January 27, 2023 (till 11:55 pm) |
| Edit window for all payment applications | January 30, 2023, to February 3, 2023 |
| Edit window to rectify incorrect images | February 14, 2023, to February 17, 2023 |
| Issue of admit card | February 27, 2023 |
| Date of Examination | March 5, 2023 |
| Declaration of result | March 14, 2023 (Out) |
| The cut-off for completion of the internship | March 31, 2023 |
NEET PG 2023 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who wish to apply for the exam or participate in the counselling process must check the eligibility criteria before using it. NBE releases NEET PG eligibility criteria along with the information brochure. NEET PG eligibility criteria have been summarised below:
- Aspirants must possess an MBBS degree/provisional Pass Certificate, which is recognised as per the provisions of the Indian Medical Council 2019 Act 1956.
- They should also possess a permanent/ provisional registration certificate of MBBS qualification issued by the Medical Council of India or the State Medical Council.
- They must have completed the duration of 12 months of Compulsory Rotating Resident Internship.
NEET PG 2023 Application Process
NEET PG 2023 application process involves registration, filling up details in the application form, paying the exam fee, and uploading documents. The application process starts with registration. Only those candidates who register themselves on the official website of NBE, nbe.edu.in will be able to submit the application form for NEET-PG 2023 Counselling. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria before applying for the exam.
After the successful NEET PG registration process, a login ID and password will be generated. NBE released the NEET PG application form 2023 in January Candidatesates had to upload scanned copies of photographs and signatures to complete the application processes. They had to pay a non-refundable fee to complete NEET PG applications in 2023. The deadline to submit the application form for the exam will be on 05 March 2023.
| Category | Fee ( in INR ) |
| General/OBC | Rs. 4250/- |
| SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 3250/- |
NEET PG 2023 Overview of Computer-Based Test
The below-mentioned NEET 2023 PG Counselling overview of computer-based test:-
NEET PG 2023 Admit Card
The National Board of Examinations (NBE) release of the NEET PG Admit Card 2023 will be on February 27, 2023. Candidates who will appear in the NEET PG will be able to download the NEET PG 2023 Hall ticket on the official website, i.e. nbe.edu.in, and print it to carry it to the examination centre day. The NEET PG 2023 Counselling admit card will be released online. NBE issues admit cards to candidates who register successfully for the exam. Candidates will have to download NEET PG admit card 2023 from the official website. Candidates are advised to check all the information carefully after downloading the hall ticket from the official website of NBE.
Candidates must print a copy of the admit card and affix the latest passport-size photograph. The admit card should be preserved until the admission process gets over. Specifications of the picture are as under:
Photograph Specifications:-
- A photograph of a minimum of 35 mm x 45 mm with at least 75 per cent coverage of the face & head of the candidate
- A caption with the name of the aspirant along with the date of taking a photograph at the bottom of the photo
- The photograph should have been taken on a white /very light-coloured background.
- The photograph must be printed on high-quality paper with at least 600 dpi resolution.
- The colours must possess the natural appearance and skin tone
- The photograph must not have kinks, scratches, and stains
- Photographs with reflection or shadow on the face with red eyes should be avoided
How to download NEET PG admit card?
- Visit the official website (nbe.edu.in)
- On the homepage, click on the NEET 2023 PG tab and ‘Candidate Login.’
- Enter your login details, as asked.
- Your NEET PG Admit Card 2023 will be displayed on your screen.
- Download and print a copy for future reference.
NBE Important Instruction for the NEET PG 2023 Admit Card
All applicants for NEET-PG 2023 are, at this moment, cautioned that:
- NBEMS does not send any email or SMS to candidates regarding securing good marks/merit positions in any of the exams conducted by NBEMS. Candidates are advised not to be allured or misled by unscrupulous agents /touts making false and bogus claims.
- NBEMS does not make any phone calls to any candidate or issue any communication regarding any unfair assistance during the exam in any of the exams conducted by NBEMS or any other such thing against the provisions of law.
NEET PG 2023 Admit Card NBE Guidelines
Candidates are advised to familiarise themselves with the location of the test centre and plan travel time accordingly. Candidates have to reach the test centres on or before the reporting time. Candidates may note that late entry to the examination premises is not permitted. NBEMS shall not be responsible for any delayed arrival of the candidate in reaching the centre due to any reason.
Candidates will NOT BE ALLOWED ENTRY inside the test centre without verifying government-issued photo identification proof. Please refer Information bulletin and admit card for details of the documents required to be carried at the test centre.
Candidates will not be allowed to take prohibited items inside the examination centre. No arrangement will be made at the centres for keeping any articles/items belonging to the candidates. Please go through the information bulletin for NEET-PG 2023 to list such prohibited items.
Any candidate found guilty of having adopted any unfair means/misconduct during NEET-PG 2023 is penalised by the Examination Ethics Committee. Please refer Information Bulletin for NEET-PG 2023 for what is defined as the use of Unfair Means.
NEET PG 2023 Syllabus
NEET PG 2023 syllabus is based on the curriculum taught during the MBBS. The syllabus includes key topics of the three sections of the question paper, section A (clinical), Section B (pre-clinical), and Section C (para-clinical) subjects. These three sections contain questions from the topics such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Forensic medicine, and Social and Preventive medicine.
NEET PG 2023 Pattern
Candidates need to know the NEET PG 2023 exam pattern as it helps candidates prepare. The exam pattern for NEET PG 2023 comprises details about the test paper, the mode, medium, number of the question paper, duration of time, and the marking scheme. NEET PG 2023 will be held online mode. The question paper will have 200 multiple-choice questions, and candidates will be given 3.5 hours to answer them. For every correct answer, candidates will be awarded 4 marks, and for an incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted. There will be a provision for negative marking in the exam.
NEET PG 2023 Result
NEET PG 2023 Results has declared at natboards.edu.in on March 14, 2023. Aspirants are advised to visit natboards.edu.in to check their results.
How to Download NEET PG 2023 Result?
NEET PG result 2023 has been declared online mode at nbe.edu.in. Candidates will be able to download the NEET PG 2023 result in the step-by-step how to download the NEET PG 2023 Result.
- Go to the official website of NBE: nbe.edu.in
- Click on the ‘NEET PG 2023 Result’ link
- NEET PG result 2023 will be displayed on the screen
- Download the NEET PG result PDF and using ‘Ctrl+F’ search for the roll number
- Verify the details mentioned in the result PDF
- Check the NEET PG cutoff percentile and scores
NEET PG 2023 Cutoff
NEET PG 2023 cutoff, the minimum qualifying percentile, has been released by NBE. Various factors decide the NEET PG cutoff 2023, including the number of candidates who appeared for the exam, availability of total seats, and difficulty level of NEET PG. The minimum qualifying percentile for general candidates is 50th, while for SC/ST/OBC, it is the 40th percentile.
| Category | NEET PG cutoff qualifying percentile | Cut-off (Out of 800) |
| General/EWS | 50th percentile | 291 |
| SC/ST/OBC (Including PwD) | 40th percentile | 274 |
| UR PWD | 45th percentile | 257 |
NEET PG 2022 Cutoff
NEET PG 2022 cutoff, the minimum qualifying percentile, has been released by NBE. Various factors decide the NEET PG cutoff 2022, including the number of candidates who appeared for the exam, availability of total seats, and difficulty level of NEET PG.
| Category | NEET PG cutoff qualifying percentile | NEET PG cut-off scores 2022 |
| General/EWS | 50th percentile | 275 |
| SC/ST/OBC | 40th percentile | 245 |
| UR PWD | 45th percentile | 260 |
NEET PG 2023 toppers list
| Roll Number | Rank | Marks |
| 2361041067 | 1 | 725 |
| 23661105390 | 20 | 700 |
| 23661014261 | 25 | 687 |
| 23661016839 | 63 | 680 |
| 23661062733 | 80 | 676 |
| 23661031359 | 84 | 675 |
| 23661024133 | 119 | 671 |
| 23661062286 | 146 | 677 |
| 23661063714 | 155 | 666 |
| 23661038884 | 162 | 666 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will NBE conduct NEET PG 2023 exam?
NBE conducted NEET PG 2023 exam on March 5, 2023. The exam has a computer-based mode at designated centres.
When will NBE release admit card for NEET PG 2023?
NBE released admit cards for NEET PG 2023 on February 27, 2023. Candidates will have to download the admit card for NEET PG 2023 from the official website, nbe.edu.in.
Will NEET PG 2023 be held in pen and paper mode?
No. The exam will be held in computer-based mode at designated centres.
How many times can we appear for NEET PG?
There is no cap on the number of attempts for NEET PG.
Which institutes do not accept NEET PG scores for admission?
Institutes like AIIMS, New Delhi, PGIMER, Chandigarh, JIPMER, Puducherry, NIMHANS, Bengaluru, SGPGI Lucknow, and Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum does not accept NEET PG scores.
What is the timing for NEET PG 2023 exam?
NEET PG 2023 exam will start at 9 am and conclude at 12: 30 pm. Candidates are advised to reach at least an hour before the reporting time at NEET-PG 2023 centre.