NEET PG 2025 Counselling Cut-Off Reduced to Zero Percentile
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• Updated on 14 Jan, 2026, 1:01 PM, by Ishita Tanwar
NBEMS has lowered the NEET PG 2025 qualifying percentile to zero for reserved categories for Round 3 counselling. The decision follows approval from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for the 2025–26 academic session.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences has revised the qualifying criteria for NEET PG 2025 counselling. The minimum cut-off percentile for reserved category candidates has been reduced to zero percentile for participation in the third round of counselling for the 2025–26 academic session. The revision has been implemented following formal approval from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, as communicated to NBEMS earlier this month.
Revised NEET PG 2025 Qualifying Criteria Explained
The reduction in cut-off percentile applies specifically to candidates belonging to reserved categories who wish to participate in Round 3 of NEET PG counselling. This step has been taken to ensure optimal utilisation of available postgraduate medical seats. NBEMS has clarified that while the qualifying percentile has been lowered, NEET PG 2025 ranks remain unchanged. The ranks published earlier will continue to be used for counselling and seat allocation.
Provisional Eligibility and Verification Process
NBEMS has emphasised that eligibility for counselling remains provisional. Candidate details submitted during the application process will be verified at the time of admission. The verification process will include validation of MBBS or FMGE aggregate marks, along with identity checks through Face ID or biometric authentication, wherever applicable. These checks are mandatory to confirm eligibility before final admission.
Important Advisory on Tie-Breaking and Candidature
The examination authority has stated that aggregate marks mentioned in the application form may be used for resolving ties in rank. These details will be cross-verified with original documents during admission. If any information provided by a candidate is found to be incorrect and has influenced rank determination, the NEET PG 2025 candidature may be cancelled. NBEMS has also warned that candidates involved in unfair practices at any stage of the examination or counselling process will face strict action.
Guidance for NEET PG Counselling Candidates
Candidates are advised to regularly monitor official updates related to NEET PG 2025 counselling on the Medical Counselling Committee’s website. For examination-related queries, candidates may contact NBEMS through the official communication channels. The revised cut-off policy is expected to play a significant role in facilitating admissions during the final stages of postgraduate medical counselling for the current academic cycle.
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