The update was shared in a report by News 7 Tamil on February 8, 2026, highlighting key dates and procedural details for medical aspirants across the country.
NEET PG 2026: Key Highlights
- Exam Date: March 3, 2026
- Mode of Conduct: Single shift examination
- Result Declaration: On or before April 5, 2026
- Counselling Start Date: March 8, 2026
The single-shift format is expected to ensure uniformity in question papers and evaluation standards. In previous years, candidates had raised concerns over multiple shifts and normalization processes. Conducting the examination in one shift is likely to reduce discrepancies and maintain transparency in scoring.
Examination Schedule and Process
NEET PG serves as the gateway for admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma medical courses in government and private medical colleges across India. The examination will be conducted in a computer-based format at designated centres nationwide.
Candidates are advised to:
- Download their admit cards once released
- Verify exam centre details carefully
- Follow all instructions mentioned in the information bulletin
- Adhere strictly to reporting time guidelines
Biometric verification and strict security protocols are expected to be implemented at all centres to ensure a fair examination process.
Result and Counselling Timeline
The authorities have indicated that results will be published by April 5. Once results are declared, qualified candidates can participate in the centralised counselling process starting March 8.
The counselling will be conducted for:
- All India Quota (AIQ) seats
- State quota seats
- Deemed and Central Universities
- Private medical colleges
Candidates will need to register online, fill in their preferences, and participate in seat allotment rounds based on merit, reservation criteria, and seat availability.
Relief for Aspirants
The announcement of clear dates has brought clarity for thousands of medical graduates preparing for postgraduate admissions. A single-shift examination is being viewed as a significant step toward maintaining fairness and avoiding percentile normalization complexities.
Medical aspirants are encouraged to intensify their preparation and keep track of official notifications regarding admit cards, exam-day guidelines, and counselling procedures.