NEET PG 2026 Advisory: The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released an important advisory for NEET PG 2026. This advisory introduces several changes in the application process, test state selection, and exam centre allocation. Candidates preparing for NEET PG must carefully understand these updates to avoid mistakes during registration.
Key Highlights of NEET PG 2026 Advisory
- Exam Name: NEET 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
Test State Selection Rules
For NEET PG 2026, candidates must select three preferred test states instead of cities.
- 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 submitted, correspondence address and test state preferences cannot be changed, even during the edit window.
Test City Allocation
NBEMS has clarified that test city allocation will not be done on a First Come First Serve basis. Early submission of applications will not guarantee preferred test centres. Candidates should focus on accuracy rather than speed while filling the form.
Correspondence Address Rules
Candidates must provide a valid correspondence address with proof. After final submission, the correspondence address cannot be edited.
Accepted documents include:
- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID
- Passport
- Driving Licence
- Ration Card
- Residence Certificate
- Medical Council Registration
- MBBS Degree Certificate
- Internship Completion Certificate
- Utility Bill
- Bank Passbook
- Rent Agreement
- Employer Certificate
- Residence Affidavit
Aadhaar Verification
NBEMS has introduced Aadhaar authentication for NEET PG 2026. This ensures identity verification and reduces chances of impersonation.
Photograph Guidelines
Candidates must upload a recent photograph taken within the last three months. This prevents discrepancies during exam centre verification.
NEET PG 2026 Registration
The registration process began on 1 July 2026. Candidates must complete the application form carefully, ensuring all details are correct before submission.
NEET PG 2026 Exam Centre Allotment
NBEMS will try to allot candidates a test city based on preferences. However, due to administrative or security reasons, centres may be allotted anywhere in India.
FAQ
Q1. What is the major change in NEET PG 2026 advisory? Candidates must select test states instead of test cities.
Q2. How many test state preferences can be selected? Three, with the first being the correspondence state.
Q3. Can correspondence address be edited after submission? No, it cannot be changed after final submission.
Q4. Is early application submission beneficial? No, there is no preferential allotment based on early submission.
Q5. What documents are accepted as address proof? Aadhaar, voter ID, passport, driving licence, ration card, residence certificate, medical council registration, MBBS degree, internship certificate, utility bill, bank passbook, rent agreement, employer certificate, residence affidavit, and other NBEMS-accepted documents.
Official Link
Candidates can register here: NBEMS NEET PG 2026 Portal