The National Board of Examinations (NBE) has officially declared the exam schedule for NEET-PG 2026 and NEET-MDS 2026. These postgraduate medical entrance exams are the gateway to MD/MS and MDS courses in India. With lakhs of MBBS and BDS graduates appearing every year, the competition is intense, making early preparation essential.

Eligibility Criteria

NEET-PG 2026

• MBBS degree from a recognised university.
• Completion of internship by September 30, 2026.
• Registration with MCI/State Medical Council.

NEET-MDS 2026

• BDS degree from a recognised dental college.
• Completion of internship by May 31, 2026.
• Registration with DCI/State Dental Council.

Exam Pattern

NEET-PG 2026

• Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
• Questions: 200 MCQs
• Marking: +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect

NEET-MDS 2026

• Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Duration: 3 hours
• Questions: 240 MCQs
• Marking: +4 for correct, -1 for incorrect

Syllabus Overview

NEET-PG

• Pre-clinical subjects: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry
• Para-clinical subjects: Pathology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine
• Clinical subjects: Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, ENT, Ophthalmology

NEET-MDS

• General Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry
• Dental Anatomy & Histology
• Oral Pathology, Oral Medicine & Radiology
• Conservative Dentistry, Prosthodontics, Periodontics, Orthodontics, Pedodontics

Preparation Tips

• Start Early: Cover basics from MBBS/BDS textbooks before diving into coaching material.
• Mock Tests: Practice CBT-based mock exams to improve speed and accuracy.
• Revision Strategy: Focus on high-yield topics and previous year papers.
• Time Management: Divide study hours between theory, MCQs, and revision.
• Stay Updated: Follow official NBE notifications for any changes.

Candidates can register and check detailed schedules directly on the official NBE website