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Medical Entrance Exams in India

Comprehensive guide to all medical entrance examinations in India

Medical Entrance Exams Overview

Explore the various medical entrance exams conducted in India for admission to medical courses

Medical entrance exams in India are highly competitive and serve as gateways to prestigious medical institutions across the country. These exams evaluate candidates on their knowledge of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and sometimes General Knowledge and Aptitude. Understanding the structure, eligibility criteria, and important dates of these exams is crucial for aspirants planning to pursue a career in medicine.

Undergraduate Exams

Entrance exams for MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, and other bachelor's degree programs in medicine

Postgraduate Exams

Entrance exams for MD, MS, DNB, and other postgraduate specializations in medicine

Super-Specialty Exams

Entrance exams for DM, MCh, and other super-specialty courses in medicine

Dental Exams

Entrance exams specifically for dental courses at various levels

Major Medical Entrance Exams

Detailed information about the most important medical entrance exams in India

NEET UG

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate)

Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Frequency: Once a year (May)
Eligibility: 10+2 with PCB, minimum 50% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC)
Courses: MBBS, BDS, AYUSH, Veterinary, Nursing

NEET UG is the single entrance examination for admission to MBBS, BDS, and AYUSH courses in all medical colleges across India. It replaced all state-level and institutional-level medical entrance exams, including AIIMS MBBS and JIPMER MBBS.

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NEET PG

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Postgraduate)

Conducting Body: National Board of Examinations (NBE)
Frequency: Once a year (January)
Eligibility: MBBS degree with completion of internship
Courses: MD, MS, PG Diploma courses

NEET PG is the single entrance examination for admission to MD/MS and PG Diploma courses in all medical colleges across India. It is a computer-based test with 200 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 3 hours and 30 minutes.

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NEET SS

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Super-Specialty)

Conducting Body: National Board of Examinations (NBE)
Frequency: Once a year (June-July)
Eligibility: MD/MS/DNB degree in relevant specialty
Courses: DM, MCh, DNB Super-Specialty

NEET SS is the entrance examination for admission to super-specialty courses like DM and MCh. It is a computer-based test with 100 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 1 hour and 30 minutes.

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NEET MDS

National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Master of Dental Surgery)

Conducting Body: National Board of Examinations (NBE)
Frequency: Once a year (December)
Eligibility: BDS degree with completion of internship
Courses: MDS courses in various specializations

NEET MDS is the entrance examination for admission to Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) courses in dental colleges across India. It is a computer-based test with 240 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 3 hours.

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INI CET

Institute of National Importance Combined Entrance Test

Conducting Body: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
Frequency: Twice a year (May and November)
Eligibility: MBBS degree with completion of internship
Courses: MD, MS, DM, MCh, MDS at AIIMS, JIPMER, NIMHANS, PGIMER

INI CET is the common entrance test for admission to postgraduate courses at Institutes of National Importance (INIs) including AIIMS, JIPMER, NIMHANS, and PGIMER. It replaced individual entrance exams conducted by these institutes.

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FMGE

Foreign Medical Graduate Examination

Conducting Body: National Board of Examinations (NBE)
Frequency: Twice a year (June and December)
Eligibility: Indian citizens with medical degree from foreign universities
Purpose: Screening test for practice license in India

FMGE is a screening test for Indian citizens who have obtained a medical degree from foreign universities. Passing this exam is mandatory for foreign medical graduates to practice medicine in India.

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AIAPGET

All India AYUSH Post Graduate Entrance Test

Conducting Body: National Testing Agency (NTA)
Frequency: Once a year (July-August)
Eligibility: BAMS/BUMS/BSMS/BHMS degree with internship
Courses: MD/MS in Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy

AIAPGET is the common entrance test for admission to postgraduate AYUSH courses (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy) in institutions across India. It is a computer-based test with 120 multiple-choice questions.

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Other Important Medical Exams

Information about other significant medical entrance exams in India

AIIMS Nursing

Entrance exam for B.Sc Nursing courses at AIIMS institutions

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JIPMER Nursing

Entrance exam for B.Sc Nursing courses at JIPMER, Puducherry

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PGIMER Nursing

Entrance exam for B.Sc Nursing courses at PGIMER, Chandigarh

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ESIC Medical

Entrance exam for MBBS courses at ESIC Medical Colleges

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AFMC MBBS

Entrance exam for MBBS at Armed Forces Medical College

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JIPMER DM/MCh

Entrance exam for super-specialty courses at JIPMER

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DNB CET

Entrance exam for Diplomate of National Board courses

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DNB PDCET

Entrance exam for DNB Post Diploma courses

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Medical Exams Calendar 2025

Important dates for medical entrance exams in 2025

Exam Application Start Application End Exam Date Result Date
NEET UG 2025 February 2025 March 7, 2025 May 4, 2025 June 2025
NEET PG 2025 October 2024 November 2024 January 5, 2025 January 31, 2025
NEET MDS 2025 September 2024 October 2024 December 10, 2024 January 2025
NEET SS 2025 May 2025 June 2025 July 2025 August 2025
INI CET (May 2025) February 2025 March 2025 May 2025 May 2025
INI CET (Nov 2025) August 2025 September 2025 November 2025 November 2025
FMGE (June 2025) April 2025 May 2025 June 2025 July 2025
FMGE (Dec 2025) October 2025 November 2025 December 2025 January 2026
AIAPGET 2025 May 2025 June 2025 July 2025 August 2025

Note: The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official websites of respective examination authorities for the latest updates.

Exam Preparation Resources

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