NEET PG 2024 Exam Postponed to July 7

Category: Exam

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced the postponement of the NEET PG 2024 exam from its earlier scheduled date of March 3, 2024, to July 7, 2024. The cut-off date for eligibility to appear in the exam remains August 15, 2024. This decision was made after receiving a letter from the National Medical Commission (NMC) on January 3, 2024.

Key Points

• The NEET PG 2024 exam will now be conducted on July 7, 2024.
• The cut-off date for eligibility is August 15, 2024.
• The exam is prescribed as the single entrance examination for admission to various MD/MS and Post-graduate Diploma courses in the country.
• The National Exit Test (NExT) has been postponed by at least a year and is now expected to be launched in 2025.
• The existing NEET PG exam will continue until the NExT becomes operational for PG admissions.
• The NMC has introduced the “Post-Graduate Medical Education Regulations, 2023,” mandating that all rounds of counseling for every seat will be conducted through online mode.

Impact on Aspirants

Medical graduates planning to appear for the NEET PG 2024 exam should update themselves with the new schedule and ensure they meet the eligibility criteria. The exam is crucial for MBBS doctors who complete their mandatory internships on or before August 15, 2024. Aspirants can check the exact dates of examinations from the Information Bulletins/Application forms, and other details related to the exam will be hosted on natboard.edu.in.

Conclusion

The postponement of the NEET PG 2024 exam to July 7, 2024, provides medical graduates with more time to prepare for the exam and complete their internships. The NBEMS and NMC have taken several measures to ensure the smooth conduct of the exam and the implementation of new regulations, such as the Post-Graduate Medical Education Regulations, 2023. Aspirants are advised to stay updated with the latest information and follow the guidelines provided by the NBEMS and NMC.