NEET PG 2025 Results Declared: Over 1.28 Lakh Candidates Qualify for Postgraduate Medical Admissions

New Delhi, August 20, 2025 – The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has officially announced the results for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET PG) 2025, a pivotal milestone for medical graduates aspiring to pursue postgraduate courses such as MD, MS, and PG Diploma programs across India. The results, released on August 19, 2025, are now available on the official NBEMS websites, natboard.edu.in and nbe.edu.in, with individual scorecards set to be accessible from August 29, 2025.

The NEET PG 2025 examination, conducted on August 3, 2025, in a single shift from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM, saw over 2.42 lakh candidates appearing across 301 cities and 1,052 test centers nationwide. The computer-based exam comprised 200 multiple-choice questions, each carrying four marks, with a 25% negative marking for incorrect answers. This year, pursuant to a Supreme Court directive dated May 30, 2025, the exam was held in a single shift, eliminating the need for score normalization, as confirmed by NBEMS.

Key Highlights of NEET PG 2025 Results

• Candidates Qualified: Out of 230,114 candidates who appeared, 128,116 have qualified for the counseling process, making them eligible for admission to postgraduate medical programs for the 2025-26 academic session.
• Cut-Off Scores:
  • General/EWS Category: 50th percentile, corresponding to 276 marks out of 800.
  • General PwBD Category: 45th percentile, corresponding to 255 marks.
  • SC/ST/OBC (including PwBD of SC/ST/OBC): 40th percentile, corresponding to 235 marks.
• Top Performers: Social media posts on X indicate impressive performances, with a candidate from Cuttack’s SCB Medical College reportedly scoring 707 marks to secure All India Rank (AIR) 1. Other notable ranks include Jenil Monapara with 650 marks (AIR 276) and Shubham Patel with AIR 386. Approximate score-to-rank correlations shared on X include 600 marks for AIR 3,000, 550 marks for AIR 11,000, and 500 marks for AIR 25,000.

How to Check NEET PG 2025 Results

Candidates can access their results by following these steps:

1. Visit the official NBEMS website at natboard.edu.in or nbe.edu.in.
2. Click on the “NEET PG 2025 Result” link on the homepage.
3. Enter your registration number, date of birth, and other required login credentials.
4. Submit the details to view your result, including marks obtained and NEET PG 2025 rank.
5. Download and print the scorecard for future reference during counseling and admission processes.

NBEMS has advised candidates to verify all details, including roll numbers, and report any discrepancies to the authorities immediately via the NBEMS communication portal (exam.natboard.edu.in) or by calling 011-45593000. Individual scorecards, available from August 29, 2025, will remain accessible for download for six months.

Counseling and Next Steps

Qualified candidates are now eligible to participate in the counseling process, coordinated by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) for 50% All India Quota (AIQ) seats and by state authorities for the remaining 50% state quota seats. The counseling schedule is expected to be announced soon on the official MCC website (mcc.nic.in). Candidates must keep their academic documents, including MBBS aggregate marks or FMGE scores, ready for verification, as discrepancies may lead to cancellation of candidature.

The NEET PG 2025 merit list for All India Quota seats will be declared separately, while state quota merit lists will be generated by states and Union Territories based on their respective eligibility criteria and reservation policies. The exam’s tie-breaking criteria prioritize candidates with higher correct responses, fewer incorrect responses, older age, and higher MBBS aggregate marks.

Exam Conduct and Transparency

NBEMS ensured a secure and fair examination process, deploying over 2,200 faculty members from medical colleges to monitor the test. The board has reiterated that no re-evaluation, re-checking, or re-totaling of responses will be permitted. Additionally, candidates found using unfair means face cancellation of their results and potential penal action.

Context and Expectations

The NEET PG 2025 exam was noted for its easy-to-moderate difficulty level, potentially leading to slightly higher cut-offs compared to previous years. With 74,306 postgraduate medical seats available across India, the results mark a critical step for candidates vying for competitive specializations like dermatology, radiology, and general medicine. The Supreme Court’s ruling against domicile-based reservations for state quota seats emphasizes merit-based admissions, aligning with the Right to Equality under Article 14 of the Constitution.

For the latest updates on counseling and admission procedures, candidates are advised to regularly check the official NBEMS and MCC websites. The release of NEET PG 2025 results paves the way for thousands of medical graduates to advance their careers and contribute to India’s healthcare landscape.