NEET PG 2025: As per the schedule released previously, NEET PG 2025 exam was scheduled to be conducted on June 15 in two shifts. However, the National Board of Examination in Medical Science (NBEMS) was told that NEET PG 2025 exam will be conducted onAugust 3, 2025 in a single shift.
The board’s decision comes days after a bench headed by justice Vikram Nath on May 30 set aside its decision to hold the examination in two shifts, ruling that the two-shift model was “arbitrary” since any two question papers could never be said to be have an “identical level of difficulty or ease”. The bench gave NBEMS two weeks to identify more centres for this purpose.
The board, which sought the top court’s approval for the new date, said in its application that August 3 was the earliest possible date given by its technology partner i.e., M/s Tata Consultancy Services Ltd (TCS).
TCS has suggested that the examination be conducted in a single shift from 9 AM to 12:30 PM on August 3. Earlier, the exam was set to be conducted at 448 centres across 195 cities.
“The respondent (NBEMS) is fully committed to holding the NEET-PG 2025 in a single shift...and this application is being made only to ensure practical feasibility and safety of the said examination along with the coordination with all the relevant authorities and stakeholders,” NBEMS said.
The decision to conduct the exam in a single shift came on a petition by candidates who said that the questions in the evening shift last year were relatively easier than the first shift. The petitioners included individual candidates and the United Doctors Front, who were questioned why no effort was made to identify options to hold the exam in a single shift.
Candidates who are preparing for the exam must prepare accordingly to the exam.
NEET PG 2025 Preparation Tips
Candidates preparing for the exam must follow the tips below to secure a good score in the exam.
- Make a Study Plan: Candidates should create a clear timetable covering all important subjects. Allocate more time to high-weightage topics, but don’t ignore others.
- Use Quality Study Material: Candidates should choose trusted books and online resources. Avoid too many sources to stay focused.
- Practice Regularly: Candidates must solve previous year questions (PYQs) and take mock tests often. This improves speed and accuracy.
- Revise Smartly: Keep at least two weeks before the exam for revision. Use notes and flashcards for quick recall.
- Focus on Weak Areas: Candidates should identify and spend extra time on challenging topics.
- Stay Healthy and Avoid Distractions: Study quietly, take breaks, and maintain a balanced routine.
- Take Mock Tests: Candidates should join a test series and attempt at least two weekly mocks to simulate exam conditions.
- Stay Positive and Confident: Candidates should keep calm and trust their preparation. Avoid last-minute cramming.
