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Medical entrance exams in India are highly competitive and serve as the gateway to pursuing undergraduate (MBBS, BDS) and postgraduate (MD, MS) medical courses. The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) is the only exam for admission to MBBS and other medical courses in government and private colleges across the country. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), NEET-UG evaluates candidates based on their knowledge of Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from the 10+2 syllabus. For postgraduate medical courses, the NEET-PG, conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE), is required for admissions to MD and MS programs. Additionally, the INI-CET exam, conducted by AIIMS New Delhi, is mandatory for entry into prestigious institutes like AIIMS, JIPMER, PGIMER, and NIMHANS. These exams are highly competitive, requiring rigorous preparation and a strong academic foundation. Success in these entrance tests opens doors to a career in medicine, allowing students to contribute to healthcare and medical advancements in India and beyond.

UG NEET

NEET-UG is the only entrance exam for MBBS, BDS, and other undergraduate medical courses in India. It is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admissions to medical colleges across the country.

Eligibility:

Nationality: Indian citizens, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and foreign nationals are eligible.

Age Limit:

  • Minimum age: 17 years as of December 31st of the admission year.
  • Maximum age: No upper age limit (as per the latest update).

Educational Qualification:

Must have passed or be appearing for 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English as core subjects.

Minimum percentage required:

  • General Category: 50% aggregate in PCB
  • OBC/SC/ST: 40% aggregate in PCB
  • PwD (Persons with Disabilities): 45% aggregate in PCB

Number of Attempts:

No limit on attempts.

Duration of MBBS Course:

  • Total Duration: 5.5 years (4.5 years of academic study + 1-year internship)
  • Internship: Compulsory one-year rotational internship in a hospital

Admission Process:

  • Step 1: Register for NEET-UG on neet.nta.nic.in.
  • Step 2: Appear for the exam on the scheduled date.
  • Step 3: NTA releases answer keys and then the results.
  • Step 4: Counseling Process: Conducted by MCC (for AIQ seats) and state authorities (for state quota seats).
  • Step 5: Allotment of MBBS/BDS seats based on rank, category, and preferences.

PG NEET

NEET-PG is the only national-level entrance exam for admission to MD (Doctor of Medicine), MS (Master of Surgery), and PG Diploma courses in medical colleges across India. It is conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) under the supervision of the National Medical Commission (NMC).

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality: Indian citizens, NRIs, OCIs, PIOs, and foreign nationals are eligible.

Educational Qualification:

MBBS degree from an institute recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI)/NMC.

Must have completed a one-year internship or be completing it by March 31st of the exam year.

Foreign Medical Graduates: Must pass the FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination) before applying for NEET-PG

Number of Attempts: No limit on attempts.

Course Duration:

MD 3 Years

MS 3 Years

PG Diploma 2 Years

NEET-PG Exam Pattern:

  • Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-based test - CBT)
  • Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Total Marks: 800
  • Total Questions: 200 (Previously 300, reduced from 2023)
  • Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • Language: English only.

Admission Process:

  • Register online for NEET-PG at nbe.edu.in.
  • Appear for the exam on the scheduled date.
  • Check results & rank list released by NBE.
  • Counseling process (conducted by MCC & state authorities) for seat allocation.
  • Admission to MD/MS/PG Diploma courses based on rank, category, and preferences.

INI-CET (Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test)

The Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test (INI-CET) is conducted by AIIMS New Delhi for admission to MD, MS, DM (6 years), and MCh (6 years) courses in top medical institutes of India. It replaces individual entrance exams for AIIMS, JIPMER, PGIMER, and NIMHANS.

Eligibility Criteria:

To appear for INI-CET, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

Nationality: Indian citizens, NRIs, OCIs, and foreign nationals (for AIIMS seats) are eligible.

Educational Qualification:

  • MBBS/BDS degree from an institute recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI)/National Medical Commission (NMC) or the Dental Council of India (DCI).
  • Minimum required marks in MBBS/BDS:
    General/OBC/EWS: 55% aggregate
    SC/ST/PwD: 50% aggregate
  • Internship Requirement: Must have completed a one-year internship or be completing it by July 31st (for July session) or January 31st (for January session).

Number of Attempts: No limit on attempts.

Duration:

MD 3 Years

MS 3 Years

DM 6 Years

DCH 6 Years

INI-CET Exam Pattern

Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-based test - CBT).

Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).

Total Questions: 200 MCQs.

Language: English only.

Question Types:
Single Best Answer Type MCQs
Multiple Correct Answer Type MCQs

Admission Process:

  • Register online at aiimsexams.ac.in.
  • Appear for the exam on the scheduled date.
  • Check results & rank list released by AIIMS.
  • Attend counseling based on merit for seat allocation.
  • Join the allotted institute for MD/MS/DM/MCh courses.

FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination)

The Foreign Medical Graduate Examination (FMGE) is a national-level screening test conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE). It is mandatory for Indian citizens and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) with a foreign medical degree to qualify this exam to obtain a license to practice medicine in India.

Eligibility Criteria:

To appear for FMGE, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

Nationality: Indian citizen or OCI (Overseas Citizen of India).

Educational Qualification:

  • Must have an MBBS degree from a foreign medical institution recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI)/National Medical Commission (NMC).
  • The university should be listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS).

Internship Requirement: Not required before FMGE, but mandatory after clearing FMGE for registration in India.

Number of Attempts: No limit on attempts.


Ineligible Candidates:

Those with medical degrees from the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand (they are exempt from FMGE and can directly register with NMC).

Admission & Licensing Process

  • Register for FMGE at nbe.edu.in.
  • Appear for the exam (June/December session).
  • Qualify FMGE by securing at least 150 out of 300 marks.
  • Complete a 1-year internship in an NMC-recognized hospital in India.
  • Apply for permanent registration with the State Medical Council/NMC to practice medicine in India.

FMGE Passing Rate & Difficulty Level

  • Passing Rate: 10-25% per session (varies by country of study).
  • Toughest Sections: Clinical subjects (Medicine, Surgery, OBG, Pediatrics).
  • Easiest Sections: Pre-clinical and Para-clinical subjects.