The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences has released the NEET PG 2026 admit cards. Registered candidates can now download their hall tickets from the official portal. The national postgraduate medical entrance exam will take place on Sunday, August 30, 2026. The computer-based test will run in a single shift across test centres nationwide from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

Step-by-Step Guide to Download NEET PG Hall Ticket

Candidates can easily access their admit cards through the official examination website.

  1. Visit the official portal at natboard.edu.in or nbe.edu.in.
  2. Click on the ‘Examinations’ tab on the homepage and select ‘NEET PG’.
  3. Select the active ‘Applicant Login’ link on the screen.
  4. Enter your registered User ID and password.
  5. Enter the security captcha code and click ‘Submit’.
  6. View your NEET PG 2026 admit card displayed on the dashboard.
  7. Download the PDF file and print multiple clear copies on A4 paper.

Key Details to Verify on the Admit Card

Aspirants must thoroughly check every printed detail on their hall ticket. Verify the spelling of your full name and parent names. Check your roll number, application number, and category carefully.

Confirm the exact address of your allotted test centre and city. Note your specific reporting time and gate closing schedule. If you find any discrepancies, contact the NBEMS candidate helpline at 0124-6771700 immediately.

Exam Pattern, Sectional Timers, and Marking Scheme

The NEET PG 2026 entrance exam follows a strict time-bound sectional format. The question paper contains 180 multiple-choice questions. Candidates will have a total duration of 210 minutes to complete the test.

The exam features five distinct sections with 36 questions each. Each section has an allotted timer of 42 minutes. Once a section timer expires, the screen automatically locks that part.

Candidates cannot return to previous sections during the test. The marking scheme awards four marks for each correct response. One mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.

Essential Guidelines and Mandatory Documents for Exam Day

Candidates must carry specific physical documents to the examination centre. Bring a clear colour printout of the admit card.

Paste a recent passport-sized photograph in the designated space. Carry an original and valid government photo identity proof, such as a PAN Card, Driving Licence, Voter ID, or Passport.

Also bring a copy of your provisional or permanent medical council registration certificate. Electronic devices, smartwatches, calculators, and stationery pouches remain strictly prohibited inside test halls.

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