DNB PDCET 2025 registration was started on January 30, 2025. The last date to submit DNB PDCET 2025 application form is February 19, 2025.The exam will be held in computer-based mode at designated test centres. The exam date has been revised from February 23 to March 25, 2025. Candidates will have to register online and submit DNB PDCET 2025 application form. Registration can be done at nbe.edu.in. The official information brochure was uploaded online on January 30, 2025. Those who will apply successfully will be issued DNB PDCET 2025 admit card.Â
Those who will qualify DNB PDCET 2025 exam will be eligible to participate in the counselling. Candidates have to register online and declare preference of choices to participate in the seat allotment process. It must be noted that registration can be done only in the first round. The seat allotment result is released separately for each round in PDF format. There will be four rounds of DNB PDCET 2025 counselling.
DNB PDCET 2025 Information Brochure
DNB PDCET 2025 Latest Updates
January 30, 2025: DNB PDCET 2025 Registration Begins @natboard.edu.in; Direct Link to Apply Online
January 28, 2025: DNB PDCET 2025: Schedule Out; Registration Begins on Jan 30 @natboard.edu.in
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Commonly asked questions
Q: Â What is the qualifying cut off for DNB PDCET, general category?
There is no qualifying cut off for DNB PDCET. Admissions to each specialty is on the basis of the merit list prepared for that particular specialty. Candidates who will qualify DNB PDCET exam have to participate in the counselling for admission. 4 rounds of counselling is held for seat allotment. Candidates have to register on the official website and declare preference for college and course for seat allotment. Those who don't qualify can't participate in the counselling.
Q: Â Is there any age criteria for DNB PDCET?
No, there is no age limit for the candidates appearing for DNB PDCET. Age limit is one of the eligibility criteria for DNB PDCET. NBE the exam conducting body releases the eligibility criteria along with the official information brochure. Other eligibility criteria are candidate must possess a Postgraduate Diploma from a recognised university/ institute. He/she must be registered with the Medical Council of India/ State Medical Council. Candidates should check eligibility criteria before applying for the exam.
Q: Â When is DNB PDCET 2025 exam scheduled?
DNB PDCET 2025 exam will be held on March 25, 2025. Earlier the exam was scheduled for February 23, 2025. The exam will be conducted in computer-based mode at designated centres across country. Candidates have to register online and submit application form for the exam. It must be noted NBE doesn't accept offline application form for DNB PCET. The result will be declared for each broad specialty. It must be noted there is no qualifying cut off for DNB PDCET exam. Admissions to each specialty is on the basis of the merit list prepared for that particular specialty.
Q: Â When will NBE declare result for DNB PDCET 2025?
NBE will release dates for DNB PDCET 2025 result online. The result link will be activated online for 15 specialities. It must be noted result for DNB PDCET is not sent individually and candidates have to download it from the official website, NBE. Edu. In. The result PDF contains details such as roll number, application ID, marks scored, and merit position. The result is declared separately for each broad specialty. Candidates will be able to download DNB PDCET 2025 scorecard with login ID and password. Qualified candidates will have to participate in the counselling for seat allotment.
- What is DNB PDCET?
- DNB PDCET 2025 Dates
- DNB PDCET 2025 Registration/Application
- DNB PDCET 2025 Exam Pattern
- DNB PDCE 2025 Admit Card
- DNB PDCET 2025 Result
- DNB PDCET 2024 Counselling
- DNB PDCET 2025: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is DNB PDCET?
DNB PDCET is the abbreviation for the Diplomate of National Board Post Diploma Centralized Entrance Test. DNB PDCET is a ranking examination conducted by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) for admission to various post diploma DNB courses. Candidates who register for the DNB programme after clearing DNB PDCET, are required to complete 2 years of practical training under any NBE accredited institution/hospital/medical college. After completion of the practical training, he/she has to appear for the DNB final examination and clear it, only then he/she will be awarded a DNB degree. Read the whole article to know more details.
Commonly asked questions
Q: Â Why does NBE conduct DNB PDCET exam?
DNB PDCET is an abbreviation for Diplomate of National Board Post Diploma Centralized Entrance Test. The exam is held once a year for admission to post Diploma DNB courses. It is a ranking examination. Candidates who have MBBS degree can appear for the exam, held in online mode.
Q: Â Can someone who is pursuing MD/MS course appear in DNB PDCET exam?
No. Candidates who already are pursuing MD/MS course can't appear for DNB PDCET exam. In an official brochure, NNE clearly menions this criteria. "Candidates already pursuing a MD/ MS/DNB course are not eligible to appear for DNB-PDCET till such time they have completed the duration of prescribed course or have been discharged from the course," the official release says.
Q: Â How many seats are there in DNB PDCET?
Number of seats varies every year. NBE will conduct the exam for allotment of 1,073 seats for 2025-26 academic session. The exam is scheduled to be held on March 25, 2025. The exam is held once a year in computer-based mode.
Q: Â Who conducts DNB PDCET exam?
National Board of Examinations (NBE) conducts DNB PDCET exam. The exam is held once a year in computer-based mode. It must be noted those who have passed final examnation of post graduate Diploma from recognised institute can appear for the exam.
DNB PDCET 2025 Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of DNB PDCET 2025 exam
Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
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30 Jan '25 - 19 Feb '25 | Registration for DNB PDCET 2025 ONGOING |
Mar '25 | DNB PDCET 2025 admit card upload TENTATIVE |
25 Mar '25 | DNB PDCET 2025 exam |
Apr '25 | DNB PDCET 2025 result TENTATIVE |
Dates | Past Exam Dates |
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20 Jan '25 | DNB PDCET 2024 mop up round seat allotment result |
20 Jan '25 - 27 Jan '25 | DNB PDCET 2024 mop up round reporting |
13 Jan '25 - 16 Jan '25 | DNB PDCET 2024 mop up round choice filling |
DNB PDCET 2025 Registration/Application
Registration: 30 Jan '25 - 19 Feb '25
DNB PDCET 2025 application form dates have been released by National Board of Educations (NBE). Registration began online on January 30, 2025. Candidates have to register first to submit application form. As part of registration, candidates have to provide basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile number, category and other basic details. A log ID/application ID and password have to be created which is used for login and fill details in the application form. Candidates must check the eligibility criteria before applying online for the exam. After successfully submission of the DNB PDCET application form, NBE provides edit window facility to modify certain details if filled incorrectly. NBE will conduct DNB PDCET 2025 exam on March 25, 2025.
Eligibility for DNB PDCET 2025
Candidates who will qualify the Post Graduate Diploma qualification on or before May 31, 2025 will be eligible to apply for the exam. Candidates can refer to the eligibility criteria given below.Â
- Candidate must possess a Postgraduate Diploma from a university/ institute recognised as per the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956
- The result of the final examination for the said Post Graduate Diploma qualification should have been declared on or before the date menioned in the brochure
- He/she must be registered with the Medical Council of India/ State Medical Council
- Candidates already pursuing MD/MS/DNB course are not eligible to appear for DNB PDCET 2025
Note: Candidates who wish to apply for DNB PDCET must check the eligibility criteria for the examination before applying for it. Admission to the DNB courses is given to only those candidates who fulfill the DNB PDCET eligibility criteria.
Eligibility qualification required to appear for DNB PDCET 2025
Specialties |
Postgraduate Diploma Qualification |
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DNB (Anaesthesiology) |
DA |
DNB (Dermatology and Venereal Diseases) |
DVD |
DNB (Nuclear Medicine) |
DNM |
DNB (OBGY) |
DGO |
DNB (Ophthalmology) |
DOMS |
DNB (Orthopaedics) |
DORTHO |
DNB (Otorhinolaryngology) |
DLO |
DNB (Paediatrics) |
DCH |
DNB (Psychiatry) |
DPM |
DNB (Radio-Diagnosis) |
DMRD |
DNB (Radio-Therapy) |
DMRT |
DNB (Respiratory Disease) |
DTCD |
DNB (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) |
DMPR |
DNB (Pathology) |
DCP |
DNB PDCET 2025 Courses offered
Specialties in which Post Diploma DNB courses are available |
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Neurology |
Plastic Surgery |
Genito-Urinary Surgery |
Respiratory Diseases |
Dermatology & Venereology |
Radio-diagnosis |
Obstetrics & Gynaecology |
Oto-rhinolaryngology  |
Radio Therapy |
Social and Preventive Medicine |
Psychiatry |
Orthopaedics |
Anesthesiology |
Paediatrics |
Health Administration |
General Medicine |
General Surgery |
Neuro Surgery |
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Commonly asked questions
Q: Â What is the deadline to submit DNB PDCET 2025 application form?
DNB PDCET 2025 application form will be released on January 30, 2025. The deadline to submit application form is February 19, 2025. It must be noted that NBE only accept online application form for the exam. Offline or any other mode of application is not accepted. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria before applying online for the exam. DNB PDCET application process comprises registration, filling details in the application form, uploading documents, paying exam fee etc.
Q: Â What are eligibility criteria for DNB PDCET exam?
The eligibility criteria is released by NBE, the exam conducting body with the official information brochure. As per the existing criteria, candidates who have Postgraduate Diploma from a recognised university/ institute can appear for the exam. It must be noted that result of the final examination for the said Post Graduate Diploma qualification should have been declared on or before the date.
Q: Â Can I apply offline for DNB PDCET exam?
No. Candidates will not be allowed to apply offline for DNB PDCET. NBE releases application form for the exam online. Candidates have to complete the whole application process online. The application process for DNB PDCET exam starts with online registration, followed by filling details in the application form, uploading documents in right size and format, choosing exam centre, and paying exam fee. The application form doesn't get submitted till exam fee is paid.
Q: Â How to register for DNB PDCET exam?
Registration for DNB PDCET exam can be done online. Candidates are advised to check all eligibility criteria given in the official brochure before aplying online for the exam. The application process for DNB exam starts with registration, then fill details in the application form, upload documents, choose exam city, and pay fee.
DNB PDCET 2025 Exam Pattern
DNB PDCET 2025 exam will be conducted at designated centres across the country. The exam was held in computer-based mode. According to the DNB PDCET pattern, the test paper comprises 120 multiple choice questions. The exam duration is 2 hours and the total marks is 480. Candidates get 4 marks for right answer and -1 mark for every wrong answer in the exam.Â
Commonly asked questions
Q: Â Has NBE released DNB PDCET 2025 pattern?
Not Yet. NBE will release DNB PDCET 2025 pattern along with the official information brochure. The exam pattern includes a series of details related to exam. It includes mode and medium of exam, total number of questions and their type, allotted time, and marking scheme.
Q: Â How many questions will be asked in DNB PDCET exam?
The total of questions asked in DNB PDCET 2025 will be released along with the official brochure. As per the existing pattern, the questions paper will have 120 multiple choice questions and candidates will get 120 minutes to answer them. The exam pattern comprises crucial details related to exam including mode, medium, and marking scheme. NBE will conduct DNB PDCET 2025 exam in computer-based mode in English language only.
Q: Â Is it necessary to attempt the questions section-wise in DNB PDCET exam?
Yes. As per the time bound section rule, candidates can only attempt questions in another section once the allotted time gets over. Each section will have 40 questions and 40 minute. Once the allotted time gets exahusted, another section will appear on the screen. Candidates are advised not to attempt questions where you don't have any idea about its answer as there is a provision of negative marking in the exam.
Q: Â Do candidates need to answer all questions in DNB PDCET exam?
It is not necessary. Candidates are advised to attempt only those questions where they feel confidence of right response. The reason being the negative mark may outweigh overall score. As per the existing marking sceme, -1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
DNB PDCE 2025 Admit Card
Admit Card: 19 Mar '25 - 25 Mar '25
NBE will release DNB PDCET 2025 admit card online. The admit card will be uploaded on the official website for those who registered for the exam in the given deadline. Candidates must note that NBE doesn't send admit card to individual candidate. They have to download admit card for DNB PDCET 2025 from the official website by providing logging details. DNB PDCET 2025 hall ticket contains personal details along with exam information such as date and timing of the exam and name and address of the test centre. The admit card is a crucial document that must be carried on the exam day to the centre else candidates will not be allowed to appear for the exam.
Also Read: How to Download DNB PDCET admit card
DNB PDCET 2025 Exam day Guidelines
- Candidates are advised to visit the exam centre a day before the DNB PDCET date to familiarise themselves with the location.
- They have to report to the examination as per the scheduled time.
- They will have to go through security procedures such as frisking and biometric registration.
- All candidates are required to cooperate with the security personnel
- Friends/family accompanying the candidate will not be allowed inside the examination hall
- The DNB PDCET exam centre will not have any provisions to keep candidate’s belongings (bags/books/etc.)
What to carry on the day of the examination?
- DNB PDCET admit card with a recent passport sized photograph pasted on it
- Copy of permanent/ provisional MCI /SMC registration
- Valid, original and non-expired photo Id (PAN card/ Driving License/ Voter Id/ Passport/ Aadhar card)
What not to carry on the day of the examination?
- Any other electronic device such as mobile phones, Bluetooth, earphones, microphones, calculators, etc.
- Wallets, handbags, belt, cap, goggles, etc.
- Stationery items such as pen/pencil, plastic pouch, eraser, etc.
- Any textual matter such as books, notes, etc.
- Ornaments such as earrings, bracelets, nose-pin, chain/necklace, badge/brooch, etc.
- Eatables (open/packed), water bottle, etc.
DNB PDCET 2025 Exam day Schedule
Activities |
Time |
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Entry of candidates at exam centres |
07:00 am |
Entry closes |
8:30 pm |
Login access to candidates |
08:45 pm |
Login to read instructions |
08:50 pm |
Exam start time |
9:00 am |
Exam end time |
11:00 am  |
DNB PDCET 2025 Exam Centres
Ahmedabad |
Bengaluru |
Bhopal |
Bhubaneshwar |
Chandigarh |
Chennai |
Coimbatore |
Dehradun |
New Delhi |
Guwahati |
Hyderabad |
Jaipur |
Jammu |
Kolkata |
Kozhikode |
Lucknow |
Mumbai |
Nagpur |
Noida |
Patna |
Pune |
Ranchi |
Thiruvananthapuram |
Visakhapatnam |
Commonly asked questions
Q: Â When will NBE issue the admit card for DNB PDCET 2025?
NBE will release DNB PDCET 2025 admit card most likley in the third week of March 2025. The admit card link will be activated online for candidates who applied for the exam in the given deadline. Candidates will have to download the admit card for DND PDCET 2025 from the official website by providing login details.
Q: Â Can I download DNB PDCET admit card online?
Yes. NBE will activate DNB PDCET admit card link to elligible candidate. It must be noted, if someone doesn't issued admit card that means he/she may be inelligible for the exam. Candidates will have to download the admit card after logging. The admit card must be carried to the exam centre along with other crucial documents.
Q: Â What details are required to download the admit card of DNB PDCET?
Candidates will have to enter their registration ID and password to download the admit card of DNB PDCET. NBE activates the admit card link online. Once the link is activated, candidates can download it after logging to their account. It must be noted admit card must be checked throughly after download to avoid any descrepancy in detail.
DNB PDCET 2025 Result
Result: 17 Apr '25
DNB PDCET 2025 result will be announced online. There is no minimum qualifying criteria for the exam. A separate rank/merit list for DNB PDCET 2025 will be released for each speciality. The rank list is prepared based on the marks of the candidate amongst other candidates in that particular broad speciality. Candidates must note NBE will not send the result to individual candidate. He/she will have to download the result PDF from the official website of NBE, nbe.edu.in.Â
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Commonly asked questions
Q: Â Will DNB PDCET 2025 result be valid for next academic session too?
No. The result for DNB PDCET 2025 is valid for current academic session only. Candidates can't use scores of DNB PDCET 2025 for 2026-27 academic session. The result link will be activated on the official website and candidates will have to download it. Candidates must note there is no qualifying cut off for DNB PDCET exam. Admissions to each specialty is on the basis of the merit list prepared for that particular specialty. Qualified candidates have to participate in the counselling for seat allotment.
Q: Â What information is required to download the scorecard of DNB PDCET?
Candidates have to enter their registration ID and password to download the scorecard of DNB PDCET. The scorecards for DNB PDCET can be downloaded from the officiual website. Candidates who qualify the exam can participate in the counselling process.
DNB PDCET 2024 Counselling
DNB PDCET counselling is held online. Candidates have to register online to participate in the counselling process. A total of 4 rounds of counselling is held including mop up round. The mop up round is held only if seats remain vacant to be filled up. Candidates who qualify the exam are eligible to participate in the counselling. Candidates have to have declare choices for seats and locking them too. Once locked, candidates can't change the options. Seats allotment result is released for DNB PDCET based on the choice declaration.Â
DNB PDCET Admission Process
- DNB PDCET admission process starts with online registration process. A login ID and password is generated after candidates fill a registration form.Â
- Candidates have to log in to their accounts and fill DNB PDCET application forms. They have to fill the form, upload all the documents, select exam city, and pay the exam fee. Candidates had to register themselves on the official website of NBE to apply for it
- NBE releases DNB PDCET admit card for those who submitted the application in the given deadline. The admit card is mandatory to appear for the examination.Â
- The result of DNB PDCET will be declared for the candidates who appear for the test. Based on the ranks obtained, merit lists for different specialties are prepared
- Candidates who qualify for DNB PDCET and fulfill the eligibility criteria for the examination will attend the DNB PDCET counselling
Commonly asked questions
Q: Â When will NBE declare round-3 seat allotment result for DNB PDCET 2024?
Date for DNB PDCET 2024 round-3 seat allotment result will be declared. The seat allotment result will be uploaded online in PDF format. Candidates will have to download the counselling result for DNB DCET 2024 round-3 from the official website. It must be noted seat allotmnet result is based on choice of college and course declared by candidate and other factors such as DNB PDCET 2024 score etc.
Q: Â Who conducts counselling for DNB PDCET?
National Board of Examinations (NBE) conducts DNB PDCET counselling for seat allotment. For some exams, the exam conducting body is different than the counselling body. For an example, in case of NEET PG, NEET SS. These exams are conducted by NBE but counselling is conducted by Medical Counselling Committee (MCC). In case of DNB PDCET, both the exam conducting body and counselling agency is same, i.e NBE. DNB PDCET counselling is conducted online for seat allotment for admission to various post Diploma DNB courses.
Q: Â What are the counselling dates for DNB PDCET 2024?
DNB PDCET 2024 counselling dates have been notified online by NBE. Choice filling for mop up round had to be done from January 13 to January 16, 2025. Seat allotment result for mop up round was announced on January 20, 2025. The counselling is held by National Board of Examinations (NBE) in online mode. Those who qualify the exam are eligible to participate in the counselling for seat allotment. Such candidates have to register on the official website, NBE. edu.in and declare choices for DNB PDCET counselling. A total of 4 rounds of counselling is held for DNB PDCET seat allocation.
DNB PDCET 2025: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Commonly asked questions
Q: Â Will there be negative marking in the DNB PDCET 2025 exam?
Yes. According to DNB PDCET 2025 exam pattern, there is a provision of negative marking. As per the marking scheme, candidates get 4 marks for every correct answer, while 1 mark is deducted for every wrong answer. Therefore, candidates are advised to answer only those questions where they feel confidence of right answer otherwise negative marking may put a toll on overall score. The exam is held in computer-based mode where a total of 120 multiple choice questions are asked. Candidates get 2 hours to answer the question paper.
Q: Â Will NBE send admit card for DNB PDCET to individual candidate?
No. NBE doesn't send DNB PDCET admit card to candidates. Candidates will have to download the admit card online. The admit card link will be activated on the official website, nbe.edu.in. Candidates can download the hall ticket of DNB PDCET exam by providing details such as application ID and password. It must be noted that admit card can be downloaded any number of times till exam day. But candidates are advised to download it in advance to avoid any last minute technical glitches.
DNB PDCET Exam
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Yes. NBE will activate DNB PDCET admit card link to elligible candidate. It must be noted, if someone doesn't issued admit card that means he/she may be inelligible for the exam. Candidates will have to download the admit card after logging. The admit card must be carried to the exam centre along wi
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It is not necessary. Candidates are advised to attempt only those questions where they feel confidence of right response. The reason being the negative mark may outweigh overall score. As per the existing marking sceme, -1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
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Beginner-Level 3
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Not Yet. NBE will release DNB PDCET 2025 pattern along with the official information brochure. The exam pattern includes a series of details related to exam. It includes mode and medium of exam, total number of questions and their type, allotted time, and marking scheme.Â
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Registration for DNB PDCET exam can be done online. Candidates are advised to check all eligibility criteria given in the official brochure before aplying online for the exam. The application process for DNB exam starts with registration, then fill details in the application form, upload documents,
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Beginner-Level 3
Answered a week ago
The eligibility criteria is released by NBE, the exam conducting body with the official information brochure. As per the existing criteria, candidates who have Postgraduate Diploma from a recognised university/ institute can appear for the exam. It must be noted that result of the final examination
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Beginner-Level 3
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Number of seats varies every year. NBE will conduct the exam for allotment of 1,073 seats for 2025-26 academic session. The exam is scheduled to be held on March 25, 2025. The exam is held once a year in computer-based mode.
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Beginner-Level 3
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No. Candidates who already are pursuing MD/MS course can't appear for DNB PDCET exam. In an official brochure, NNE clearly menions this criteria. "Candidates already pursuing a MD/ MS/DNB course are not eligible to appear for DNB-PDCET till such time they have completed the duration of prescribed co
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Beginner-Level 3
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National Board of Examinations (NBE) conducts DNB PDCET exam. The exam is held once a year in computer-based mode. It must be noted those who have passed final examnation of post graduate Diploma from recognised institute can appear for the exam.Â
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Beginner-Level 3
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DNB PDCET is an abbreviation for Diplomate of National Board Post Diploma Centralized Entrance Test. The exam is held once a year for admission to post Diploma DNB courses. It is a ranking examination. Candidates who have MBBS degree can appear for the exam, held in online mode.Â
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Can I download DNB PDCET admit card online?