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    NEET PG 2026 Advisory by NBEMS: Test State Selection, FCFS Rule Changed

    NEET PG 2026 Advisory by NBEMS: Test State Selection, FCFS Rule Changed

    Deep PathakUpdated on 01 Jul 2026, 03:08 PM IST

    The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has issued an important advisory for candidates applying for NEET PG 2026. The advisory introduces significant changes in the application process, including replacing test city selection with test state selection. NBEMS has also clarified that test city allocation will not be done on a First Come First Serve basis, and candidates should not rush to submit their application forms.

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    1. NEET PG 2026 Advisory: Key Highlights
    2. NEET PG 2026: Candidates to Select Test States Instead of Test Cities
    3. NEET PG 2026 Test State Selection Rules
    4. NEET PG 2026 Test City Allocation Not on First Come First Serve Basis
    5. NEET PG 2026 Correspondence Address Rules
    NEET PG 2026 Advisory by NBEMS: Test State Selection, FCFS Rule Changed
    NEET PG 2026 Advisory by NBEMS: Test State Selection, FCFS Rule Changed

    The advisory also includes instructions regarding correspondence address, Aadhaar verification, photograph upload, reporting at the exam centre, and documents required during the application process. With this advisory, candidates can expect NEET PG 2026 registration to start soon. The NEET PG 2026 registration start date can be expected anytime soon this week now. Check the complete details on the NBEMS NEET PG 2026 advisory.

    NEET PG 2026 Advisory: Key Highlights

    ParticularDetails
    Exam NameNEET PG 2026

    Conducting Body

    NBEMS

    Major Change

    Candidates must select test states instead of test cities

    Number of Test State Preferences

    Three

    First Preferred State

    Correspondence state

    Test City Allocation

    Not on First Come First Serve basis

    Early Application Advantage

    No preferential allotment of test state, city or centre

    Correspondence Address

    Mandatory with valid proof

    Aadhaar Authentication

    Introduced for verification

    Photograph

    Must be recent (within 3 months)

    Edit After Submission

    Correspondence address and test state preferences cannot be changed

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    NEET PG 2026: Candidates to Select Test States Instead of Test Cities

    For NEET PG 2026, candidates can no longer choose preferred test cities while filling the application form. Instead, they have to select three preferred test states. NBEMS has laid down the following rules for the allotment of NEET PG 2026 exam centres:

    • Candidates must choose three preferred test states.

    • The first preferred test state must be the correspondence state mentioned in the application form.

    • The remaining two preferred test states should be neighbouring states.

    • Once the NEET PG 2026 application form is submitted, the correspondence address and test state preferences cannot be changed, even during the edit window.

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    NEET PG 2026 Test State Selection Rules

    ParticularDetails

    Preference to be selected

    Three test states

    First preference

    Correspondence state

    Remaining preferences

    Two neighbouring states

    Can preferences be changed later?

    No

    NEET PG 2026 Test City Allocation Not on First Come First Serve Basis

    NBEMS has clearly stated that test city allocation for NEET PG 2026 will not be done on a First Come First Serve (FCFS) basis. Candidates have been advised not to submit their application forms in haste, as earlier students used to submit their application as soon as possible to get their desired test city.

    According to NBEMS, early submission of the application does not provide any preferential right for allotment of a particular test state, test city or test centre. This means candidates should carefully complete the application form instead of rushing to register immediately after the application window opens.

    NEET PG 2026 Test Centre Allotment

    NBEMS stated that every effort will be made to allot candidates a test city according to their preferences. However, due to administrative, security, logistical or technical reasons, the board may allot a test city or test centre anywhere in India if required.

    NEET PG 2026 Correspondence Address Rules

    Candidates must provide a valid correspondence address while filling the application form. A valid address proof is also required. After final submission of the application form:

    • Correspondence address cannot be edited.

    • Test state preferences cannot be changed.

    • Candidates should carefully verify all details before submitting the application.

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    Documents Accepted as Correspondence Address Proof for NEET PG 2026

    Candidates can submit any one of the following documents as correspondence address proof.

    • Aadhaar Card

    • Voter ID

    • Passport

    • Driving Licence

    • Ration Card

    • Domicile/Residence Certificate

    • NMC/State Medical Council Registration Certificate

    • MBBS Degree/Provisional Degree Certificate

    • Internship Completion Certificate

    • Latest Utility Bill (within 3 months)

    • Bank Passbook or Bank Statement

    • Registered Rent/Lease Agreement

    • Hostel/PG Allotment Letter

    • Employer Certificate/Service Certificate

    • Notarised Residence Affidavit

    • Other address documents accepted by NBEMS

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