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    NEET PG 2026 Total Registrations Up by 12.5%, 2.73 Lakh Candidates Applied for Exam

    NEET PG 2026 Total Registrations Up by 12.5%, 2.73 Lakh Candidates Applied for Exam

    Sonia VatsUpdated on 03 Aug 2026, 12:52 PM IST

    NEET PG 2026 registrations have increased by more than 12.5% this year, with a total of 2,73,183 candidates successfully applying for the postgraduate medical entrance exam. The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate, NEET PG 2026, is scheduled to be held on August 30, in a single shift across around 340 cities and 1,300 exam centres.

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    1. NEET PG 2026 Registrations Increase by 12.5%
    2. NEET PG 2026 Exam: Health Minister Reviews Preparations
    3. NEET PG 2026 New Changes Announced for Candidates
    4. NEET PG 2026 Latest Updates
    NEET PG 2026 Total Registrations Up by 12.5%, 2.73 Lakh Candidates Applied for Exam
    NEET PG 2026 Total Registrations

    Ahead of the exam, Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda reviewed the preparations to ensure the exam is conducted smoothly, securely and transparently. The ministry has also announced several NEET PG 2026 changes, including state-based exam centre preference, earlier exam city allotment, revised exam pattern and enhanced biometric verification for candidates.

    NEET PG 2026 Registrations Increase by 12.5%

    The NEET PG 2026 registration process has recorded a major increase this year. According to the MoHFW, 2,73,183 candidates have completed the NEET PG 2026 registration, which is over 12.5% higher than last year. The rise in NEET PG 2026 registrations reflects the growing competition for MD, MS and PG Diploma admissions in medical colleges across India. With more candidates applying this year, the NEET PG cutoff is expected to remain competitive.

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    NEET PG 2026 Exam: Health Minister Reviews Preparations

    Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda chaired a high-level meeting to review preparations for the NEET PG exam. The meeting focused on ensuring the NEET PG 2026 exam is conducted in a transparent, secure and technology driven manner. Officials reviewed security arrangements, exam centre preparedness, candidate verification systems and logistical planning to ensure a smooth exam across the country. The government also reviewed several student focused reforms introduced for NEET PG 2026.

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    NEET PG 2026 New Changes Announced for Candidates

    Several important NEET PG 2026 changes have been introduced to improve the exam process.

    • State-Based Exam Centre Preference: Candidates can now choose three preferred states while submitting the NEET PG 2026 application form. The correspondence state must be selected as the first preference, increasing the chances of getting an exam centre closer to home.

    • NEET PG 2026 Exam City Slip to Be Released Earlier: The NEET PG 2026 exam city information will be released nearly three weeks before the exam. Earlier city allotment will help candidates book travel and accommodation in advance.

    • NEET PG 2026 Exam Pattern Revised: The NEET PG 2026 exam pattern has been updated. Candidates will answer 180 multiple-choice questions in 210 minutes, giving them more time to attempt each question while maintaining the overall exam duration.

    • Aadhaar and Iris Based Biometric Verification: To strengthen security, NEET PG 2026 will introduce Aadhaar-based authentication during the application process and on the exam day. If fingerprint verification fails, candidates will undergo iris based biometric authentication.

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    NEET PG 2026 Latest Updates

    As mentioned above, the NEET PG 2026 exam will be conducted on August 30, 2026, in a single shift across nearly 340 cities and more than 1,300 exam centres across the country. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official website for the NEET PG 2026 exam city slip, admit card, and other important announcements.

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