The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the exam schedule for NEET PG and NEET MDS 2026, providing much-awaited clarity to postgraduate medical aspirants nationwide. These examinations are conducted for admission to MD/MS and Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) courses across recognised medical colleges in India. Successful performance in these tests determines eligibility for postgraduate medical and dental programmes.
NEET MDS 2026 Exam Date – May 2
The NEET MDS 2026 exam will be conducted in computer-based mode on 02 May 2026. This dental entrance examination is a mandatory qualifying test for candidates seeking admission to MDS programmes. The internship completion cut-off for NEET MDS candidates has been set as 31 May 2026, as per NBEMS announcements. NEET MDS aspirants should plan the remainder of their preparation and document readiness accordingly and be ready for the release of the information bulletin, admit card and other official notifications in due course.
NEET PG 2026 Exam Date – August 30
The NEET PG 2026 examination is scheduled to be held on 30 August 2026, with the internship completion cut-off deadline fixed as 30 September 2026 for eligibility. NEET PG is the primary qualifying entrance test for admission to postgraduate medical programmes (MD, MS & PG Diploma) in government, private, deemed and central universities across India.
What Candidates Should Know?
Aspirants planning to appear for NEET PG and NEET MDS 2026 should note the following:
- Both exams will be conducted in computer-based mode across multiple centres nationwide.
- The official information bulletins and application schedules are expected to be released in the coming months by NBEMS.
- Students should regularly check the NBEMS official portal for timelines on registration, city intimation slips, admit cards, exam centres and results.
Preparation and Planning Tips
To align with the announced schedule, candidates should:
- Complete syllabus revision well before May 2026 for NEET MDS aspirants and August 2026 for NEET PG aspirants.
- Practice mock tests and previous year papers to strengthen exam readiness.
- Ensure that the internship completion date meets eligibility criteria set by NBEMS for both exams.
The release of the NEET PG and NEET MDS 2026 exam dates provides aspirants a clear roadmap for preparation, enabling strategic planning for registrations, revision and final attempts toward postgraduate medical admissions.