NEET-PG Eligibility 2026 — Complete Criteria

Indian citizens, OCI cardholders and foreign nationals with: (1) MBBS from an NMC-recognised Indian medical college OR an NMC-recognised foreign medical institute (foreign medical graduates must first pass the NBEMS screening test); (2) completed (or completing by the cutoff date specified by NBEMS) one year of compulsory rotating internship; (3) valid registration with a State Medical Council or NMC.

No. NEET-PG 2026 has no upper age limit. Candidates of any age can apply provided they meet the MBBS + internship + registration criteria. The Supreme Court struck down the previous age cap in 2018; NBEMS has not reinstated it since.

Yes, but only after passing the NBEMS screening test for foreign medical graduates. The sequence is: (1) pass that screening test (the licensure exam NBEMS conducts for foreign MBBS holders); (2) obtain permanent registration with a State Medical Council; (3) complete compulsory rotating internship as per NMC rules; (4) only then become eligible for NEET-PG.

Candidates must complete their compulsory rotating internship on or before the cutoff date specified in the NEET-PG Information Bulletin (typically 31 July or 15 August of the exam year). Internship-completion certificates must be uploaded at counselling.

Unlimited. There is no cap on the number of NEET-PG attempts. Candidates can re-appear as many times as needed, subject to eligibility being maintained each cycle.

Provisional registration is sufficient at the time of NEET-PG application. However, permanent registration is required for counselling and seat allotment. Foreign medical graduates need the permanent registration they obtain after passing the screening test.