The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released an important advisory dated 01/07/2026 for candidates intending to apply for NEET-PG 2026. Applicants are advised to carefully read the Information Bulletin, which will be published shortly on the official NBEMS website nbe.edu.in, before submitting their application forms. Candidates preparing for NEET-PG can also check their eligibility and options through CaderaEdu's counselling section.
This advisory comes ahead of the formal NEET-PG 2026 registration window, which is expected to open shortly. NEET-PG is the mandatory entrance exam for admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses across the country, and this year NBEMS has introduced a notable procedural shift by replacing the earlier practice of selecting individual test cities with a system based on preferred test states.
Key Points of the NBEMS Advisory
- Test city allocation for NEET-PG 2026 will NOT be done on a first-come-first-serve basis. Candidates are advised not to rush their applications, as early submission does not give any preferential right for allotment of a particular Test State, Test City, or Test Centre.
- Candidates must select three preferred Test States. The first preferred Test State must mandatorily be the same as the Correspondence State furnished in the application form. The remaining two preferred states must be selected from the neighbouring states.
- Candidates must furnish a valid Correspondence Address supported by an acceptable address proof (Annexure-A). The Correspondence Address and Test State preferences cannot be edited after submission of the application form, including during the Edit Window.
- NBEMS has clarified that every effort will be made to allot a test city according to candidates' stated preferences. However, for administrative, security, logistical, or technical reasons, the Board reserves the right to allot a test city or test centre anywhere in India, if required.
- The advisory also covers related instructions on Aadhaar verification, photograph upload specifications, and the list of documents candidates must keep ready before starting the application process.
Summary of Advisory Points
| Point | Advisory Detail |
|---|---|
| Test City Allotment | Not on first-come-first-serve basis |
| Test State Preference | 1st preference = Correspondence State (mandatory); other 2 from neighbouring states |
| Correspondence Address | Must be valid, with address proof (Annexure-A); non-editable after submission |
| Test State/Address Edit | Not permitted even during the Edit Window |
| Final Allotment Authority | NBEMS may allot a centre anywhere in India for administrative or logistical reasons |
Candidates are strongly advised to exercise due caution while filling in their Correspondence Address and Test State preferences, since these details cannot be changed later, even during the Edit Window. For more updates on medical entrance exams and counselling processes, visit CaderaEdu's College Predictor.
Candidates are advised not to submit applications in haste as early submission does not confer any preferential right for allotment of Test State, Test City or Test Centre.— NBEMS Advisory, dated 01/07/2026
NEET-PG 2026: Exam Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Exam Date | August 30, 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT), Single Shift |
| Official Website | nbe.edu.in |
| Purpose | Admission to MD, MS, and PG Diploma courses |
| Test City Intimation | Expected in July 2026 |
| Admit Card | Expected in August 2026 |
Once the NEET-PG 2026 result is declared, admissions to MD/MS/Diploma seats will proceed through NEET-PG counselling. Candidates can explore their expected college options in advance using CaderaEdu's Medical College Predictor, and check detailed rankings and fee structures via the list of Top Medical Colleges in India and Top Government Medical Colleges in India.
Aspirants who are yet to clear the undergraduate entrance stage can find complete details on eligibility, syllabus, and important dates on the NEET-UG exam page. For step-by-step guidance on the seat allotment process, counselling rounds, and required documents, candidates should refer to CaderaEdu's Medical Counselling resource.
What Candidates Should Do Now
- Keep Aadhaar, address proof (Annexure-A), and a recent photograph ready in the specified format before the application window opens.
- Decide the Correspondence State carefully, since it locks in the mandatory first Test State preference.
- Shortlist two neighbouring states as the second and third Test State preferences in advance.
- Avoid rushing to submit the form immediately on the opening day, since allotment is no longer first-come-first-serve.
- Regularly check the official NBEMS website for the Information Bulletin and registration schedule updates.