NEET PG 2023 Exam Pattern has been revised and the total number of MCQ-type questions has been reduced to 200 from 300. Therefore, the maximum number of marks that can be obtained in the exam has also been reduced from 1200 to 800. Based on NEET PG Exam Pattern the paper will be divided into 3 parts i.e. Pre Clinical, Para Clinical, and Clinical.
- Candidates can download NEET PG Practice Papers to get a better understanding of pattern and syllabus.
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NEET PG 2023 Syllabus comprises of all the subjects studied in MBBS and BDS programs. Check NEET PG Syllabus 2023
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NEET PG Exam Pattern 2023 Highlights
| Mode | Computer-based mode |
| Number of Sessions | Single |
| Number of Questions | 200 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 800 |
| Language of Question Paper | English Only |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Type of Questions | MCQs |
NEET PG 2023 Exam Pattern
- Mode of Examination: NEET PG 2023 test will be computer-based.
- Time Duration: Candidates have to complete the test within the estimated time i.e. 3 hr 30 min.
- Total Questions and Marks: There will be a total of 200 questions and the candidate can score a maximum of 800 marks in the exam.
- Type of Questions: Objective type multiple questions.
NEET PG Marking Scheme Marking
| Response Type | Marks awarded |
|---|---|
| Correct answer | (+) 4 |
| Incorrect answer | (-) 1 |
| No response/ unanswered | 0 |
Pattern of Demo Test
- The Demo test will be a sample of the on-line exam that is conducted to guide the candidates with the navigation and functionality of the NEET PG Exam.
- It is a tutorial that focuses on using the features of the test like navigating between screens, selecting, de-selecting, reviewing and marking responses, etc., it also includes some demo questions which will help the candidates to practice these features.
- Candidates must know that these demo questions do not represent the difficulty level of the actual test.
15 minutes Tutorial
- The 15 minutes tutorial contains a series of screens that will guide the candidate to attempt NEET-PG computer-based test.
- This tutorial will give a chance to the candidate to try all the features, such as navigating between questions, select, de-select, review, mark and change responses, etc.
- Candidates are advised to go through the entire tutorial of 15 minutes before starting the actual exam. After completing the tutorial, candidates have to accept a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before starting the test.
NEET PG 2023 Exam Pattern: New Changes
The total number of questions has been reduced to 200 from 300. Also, there was no information regarding the distribution of section-wise questions i.e. from which section how many questions will be asked in the paper. However, in previous years, such information was provided in the brochure.
- Also as per the experts, more questions could be asked from Clinical concepts.
- The time duration mentioned in the brochure is still 3 hrs 30 min which means the question paper could be lengthy.
NEET PG 2023 Exam Pattern: Distribution of Sections
NEET-PG exam follows the syllabus formulated as per Graduate Medical Education Regulations notified by the Medical Council of India. The candidates have to prepare for subjects, they have studied during MBBS. The subject-wise distribution of questions is given below in the table: It includes clinical, pre-clinical, and para-clinical subjects.
| Subject/ Section Part A – Pre-clinical |
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| Biochemistry |
| Anatomy |
| Physiology |
| Subject/ Section Part B – Para-clinical |
| Microbiology |
| Pharmacology |
| Pathology |
| Social and preventive medicine |
| Forensic Medicine |
| Subject/ Section Part C – Clinical |
| General Medicine including Dermatology & Venereology & Psychiatry |
| ENT |
| General Surgery including Orthopedics, Anaesthesia & Radiodiagnosis |
| Obstetrics and Gynaecology |
| Pediatrics |
| Ophthalmology |
NEET PG 2023 Syllabus
The syllabus of the NEET PG 2023 entrance exam comprises of all the subjects that were in the candidate’s syllabus while studying MBBS and BDS programs. The following table summarizes NEET PG Syllabus 2023
- Pre Clinical
- Para Clinical
- Clinical
Download Free NEET PG Sample Papers
NEET PG 2023 Reference Books
The following reference books will help the candidate in preparing for NEET PG 2023. These books have questions bearing the correct exam pattern and will give candidates an idea on the different types and categories of questions they can expect from the various subjects.
| Book Name | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|
| DAMS Beat The NEET | Sumer K Sethi | 978-8184451214 |
| All India PG Medical Entrance Exam with Answers | Gupta, Krishnamurthy & Sethi | 978-8123925776 |
| Postgraduate Medical Entrance Exam, Volume 2 & 3 | Amit Tripathi & Ashish Gupta | 978-9380438771 |
| DNB CET Review for Primary and Post Diploma | Vaibhav Bharat & Ishad Aggarwal | 978-8189477219 |
| Self Assessment and Review of NEET Pattern Question | Arvind Arora | 978-9380438658 |
NEET PG 2023 Pattern And Syllabus FAQS
Ques. How many questions will be asked in NEET PG 2023?
Ans. According to the exam pattern of NEET PG 2023, the question will have 200 MCQ based questions.
Ques. How much time will we get to attempt the question paper of NEET PG 2023?
Ans. Candidates will get 3 hours and 30 minutes to attempt the NEET PG 2023 question paper.
Ques. Is NEET PG MCQ based?
Ans. Yes, all questions in NEET PG 2023 will be multiple choice type.
Ques. Do questions repeat in NEET PG?
Ans. There are chances that questions from the previous years' may be asked in the current year. All aspirants must refer to the question papers of previous years for NEET PG 2023 preparation.
Ques. Will there be negative marking in NEET PG 2023?
Ans. Yes, NEET PG pattern 2023 clearly states that there will be negative marking for incorrect answers.
Ques. Can I choose to take NEET PG 2023 in Hindi?
Ans. According to the NEET PG pattern 2023, the examination will only be conducted in the English language.
Ques: Who sets the eligibility criteria for NEET PG 2023?
Ans: NEET PG 2023 eligibility criteria is set by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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