The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced changes to the exam pattern for NEET SS 2024, the entrance exam for Super Specialty (SS) courses such as DM, MCh, and DrNB. The exam is scheduled to be held on March 29 and 30, 2025, as per a recent notice from NBEMS.
This revision comes following the directives of the National Medical Commission (NMC) and includes significant updates for candidates applying for specialised medical fields. The exam will still follow the structure outlined in the NEET SS 2023 bulletin but with key changes for a few specific disciplines.
New Paper Groups
One of the major updates for NEET SS 2024 is the introduction of separate question paper groups for two key disciplines:
- Medical Oncology Group: Candidates applying for DM/DrNB Medical Oncology will have a dedicated question paper, exclusively focusing on Medical Oncology topics.
- Critical Care Medicine Group: Similarly, aspirants of DM/DrNB Critical Care Medicine will have a specialized question paper, covering only Critical Care Medicine topics.
These changes aim to streamline the examination process, ensuring that candidates are tested on subject-specific knowledge crucial to their desired specialties.
No Changes for Other Disciplines
For all other disciplines, the exam pattern remains unchanged from the 2023 edition. Candidates can refer to the NEET SS 2023 information bulletin for detailed information on the examination scheme.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should note that the eligibility criteria for NEET SS 2024 will strictly adhere to the Post Graduate Medical Education Regulations, 2023. Any updates or clarifications will be provided by the NMC. Therefore, applicants are advised to regularly check the NBEMS website for the latest updates regarding eligibility, fees, and the final exam schedule.
For further details, including the official information bulletin for NEET SS 2024, aspirants can visit the NBEMS website (natboard.edu.in). In case of any queries, applicants can reach out to NBEMS through their communication portal at exam.natboard.edu.in/communication.php?page=main.