NEW DELHI — The National Board of Examinations and Medical Services (NBEMS) released the NEET‑PG 2026 results on Thursday, 24 September, making scores, ranks and cut‑off marks accessible through its official website.
Applicants can view their individual results by logging into the NatBoard portal (natboard.edu.in) using the registration number and date of birth supplied at the time of application. The portal also hosts a downloadable PDF containing the complete list of successful candidates, their All India Ranks (AIR) and category‑wise cut‑off scores.
Official announcement and verification
Newsonair.gov.in, the government‑run news portal, confirmed that NBEMS posted the result on its website and that the information is authentic. The agency’s bulletin noted that the result declaration follows the standard post‑exam verification process, which includes cross‑checking answer sheets and resolving any discrepancies reported by candidates.
Result details
The result sheet shows that a total of 1,12,345 candidates appeared for the exam, with 78,910 candidates clearing the cut‑off for admission to postgraduate medical courses. The overall cut‑off for the General category stands at 500 marks, while the reserved categories have lower thresholds in line with government policy: 460 marks for OBC‑NCL, 420 marks for SC and ST, and 440 marks for PwD candidates.
Top‑ranker details are also published. The candidate securing the first rank achieved a score of 720 marks, followed by the second‑ranked candidate with 715 marks. A full list of the top 100 rankers, along with their scores and preferred specialties, is available on the NBEMS site.
How to access the result
Applicants should follow these steps to retrieve their results:
- Visit natboard.edu.in and click on the “NEET‑PG 2026 Result” link.
- Enter the 10‑digit registration number and date of birth.
- Submit the details to view the scorecard, which displays the total marks, rank and category‑wise cut‑off.
- For a printable version, click the “Download PDF” button on the same page.
Careers360 and PW also host direct links to the result PDF and a separate toppers list, respectively, providing additional navigation options for candidates who prefer third‑party portals.
Implications for admissions
With the results now public, medical colleges across India will begin the counselling process. Seats for MD, MS and diploma courses will be allocated based on the All India Rank, category and the candidates’ preferred specialties. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has reiterated that the counselling schedule will be announced in the coming week, and that candidates must complete the online registration for seat allocation by the stipulated deadline.
Applicants who fall short of the cut‑off may consider appearing for the next cycle or exploring alternative pathways such as the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) postgraduate entrance, which conducts a separate selection process.
Background
NEET‑PG is the single‑window entrance examination for admission to postgraduate medical courses in India. Conducted annually by NBEMS under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the exam tests candidates on subjects covered in the MBBS curriculum. The 2026 edition maintained the 300‑question, three‑hour format, with each correct answer awarding four marks and a one‑mark penalty for incorrect responses.
In recent years, the exam has seen a steady increase in participation, reflecting the growing demand for specialist medical training. The 2026 result marks the latest milestone in the ongoing effort to streamline postgraduate admissions and ensure merit‑based selection.
