National Board of Examinations (NBE) exams (DNB, NEET-PG)

The National Board of Examinations (NBE) conducts various medical entrance and exit exams in India, including DNB (Diplomate of National Board) and NEET-PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Postgraduate). The syllabus and pattern for these exams differ slightly, so it's important to know which one you're interested in.

DNB Syllabus and Pattern:

⚫ Eligibility: MBBS graduates with relevant work experience.
⚫ Exam Type: Computer-Based Test (CBT).
⚫ Duration: 3 hours.
⚫ Number of Questions: 300 multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
⚫ Marking Scheme: Each correct answer carries 1 mark, and negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for each wrong answer.
⚫ Syllabus: Varies depending on the DNB speciality chosen. Refer to the NBE website for detailed subject-wise outlines: https://natboard.edu.in/
⚫ Example Specialities: Anesthesiology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, etc.

NEET-PG Syllabus and Pattern:

⚫ Eligibility: MBBS graduates.
⚫ Exam Type: CBT.
⚫ Duration: 3 hours.
⚫ Number of Questions: 200 MCQs.
⚫ Marking Scheme: Each correct answer carries 4 marks, and negative marking of 1 mark applies for each wrong answer.
⚫ Syllabus: Covers pre-clinical, para-clinical, and clinical subjects taught during MBBS. Refer to the NBE website for a detailed breakdown: https://nbe.edu.in/

Additional Resources:
⚫ NBE official website: https://natboard.edu.in/
⚫ Information on DNB/DrNB Final Theory Examinations: https://www.natboard.edu.in/
⚫ NEET-PG information page: https://nbe.edu.in/