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NEET PG 2026: Exam on 30 August with New Changes, City Choices and Security Measures
· Source: Amar Ujala
The Union Health Ministry has introduced major changes for the upcoming NEET PG 2026 examination, including the choice of three exam cities. The exam is scheduled to take place on 30 August with over 2.73 lakh registered candidates.
Major Changes Introduced for NEET PG 2026
The Union Health Ministry has announced key changes before the postgraduate medical entrance examination (NEET PG 2026) to make the process more convenient and transparent.
- Candidates will now be able to choose three exam cities of their preference.
- Candidates will receive information about their examination centre approximately three weeks before the exam.
Exam Date and Registration Numbers
The NEET PG 2026 examination will be conducted on 30 August. More than 2.73 lakh candidates have registered for the exam this year, reflecting an increase of about 12.5 percent compared to the previous year.
Multi-Level Security Measures
A multi-level security setup will be implemented to ensure the exam is safe and fair.
- Advance inspection of examination centres
- CCTV surveillance
- Biometric verification
- Frisking of candidates
- Signal jammers
- Live monitoring
- Supervision by independent observers
Questions
When will the NEET PG 2026 examination be held?
The NEET PG 2026 examination will be held on 30 August.
How many exam cities can candidates choose?
Candidates can choose three exam cities of their preference.
When will candidates be informed about their exam centre?
Candidates will receive information about their exam centre approximately three weeks before the exam.
How many candidates have registered for NEET PG 2026?
More than 2.73 lakh candidates have registered for NEET PG 2026, which is an increase of about 12.5 percent compared to last year.
Written in English by Disha Stars from the Amar Ujala report (read the original in Hindi). Check dates and links on the official website before you act.
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