NEET PG 2026 Result Out: Check Score, Percentile & Next Steps

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the NEET PG 2026 result, making scorecards available to over 2.65 lakh candidates who sat for the exam on August 30 and September 5, 2026. Your raw score, percentile, and postgraduate rank are now live on the official portal at natboard.edu.in. This marks a critical milestone: your result determines your eligibility for MD/MS/DNB counselling and which colleges and specialities you can pursue. Understanding your score, the qualifying thresholds, and the next steps is essential to make informed choices about your postgraduate career.

How to Download Your NEET PG 2026 Scorecard

Your NEET PG 2026 scorecard is now available on the NBEMS official website. To access it, visit natboard.edu.in and log in using your application number and password. The portal will display your raw score, percentile, and postgraduate rank—all the data you need to understand your standing in the exam.

Once you log in, you will see your complete result document, which includes the question IDs, your marked responses, correct answers, and the marks awarded for each question. Download and save this PDF immediately; it is a critical document for counselling registration and college admission. The scorecard will remain active for six months from the date of issuance, so you have time, but it is wise to secure a copy now.

• Visit natboard.edu.in
• Click on NEET PG 2026 result link
• Enter application number and password
• Download and save your scorecard PDF
• Note your raw score, percentile, and rank

Understanding NEET PG 2026 Qualifying Scores by Category

NEET PG 2026 has set different qualifying percentiles depending on your category. General and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) candidates must achieve the 50th percentile to pass. General candidates with a disability (PwD) must secure the 45th percentile. Candidates from Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC) categories must obtain the 40th percentile.

These thresholds determine whether you are eligible to participate in counselling and compete for MD/MS/DNB seats. If your percentile falls below your category's cutoff, you will not be eligible for this year's counselling round. It is important to check not just your raw score but your percentile against these benchmarks to confirm your eligibility status immediately.

• General & EWS: 50th percentile required
• General PwD: 45th percentile required
• SC/ST/OBC: 40th percentile required
• Percentile determines counselling eligibility
• Check your category cutoff on your scorecard

NEET PG Marking Scheme: How Your Score Was Calculated

Your NEET PG 2026 raw score was calculated using a straightforward marking scheme. Each correct answer earns you 4 marks. For every wrong answer, 1 mark is deducted. Questions you did not attempt receive zero marks. This means your final raw score reflects both the number of correct answers and the penalty for incorrect responses.

Understanding this scheme helps you interpret your scorecard. If you scored 262 marks (the reported qualifying score for general and EWS candidates), that translates to a specific number of correct answers minus penalties. When you review your response sheet, you can verify each question's marking and understand where you gained or lost points. This analysis is useful for your future preparation if you plan to attempt NEET-SS (super-speciality) or other exams.

• Correct answer: +4 marks
• Wrong answer: −1 mark
• Unanswered question: 0 marks
• Raw score determines your percentile
• Review your response sheet to verify calculations

What Happens After Result: NEET PG Counselling Registration

Once you have confirmed your eligibility by checking your percentile against your category's cutoff, the next step is counselling registration. NEET PG counselling is the process through which you will be allotted an MD/MS/DNB seat based on your rank, your choices of colleges and specialities, and the availability of seats. Registration for counselling requires payment of a fee, which varies by category.

For AIQ (All India Quota) or Central University candidates in the general category, the registration fee is Rs. 1,000. SC/ST/OBC and PwD candidates pay Rs. 500. If you are a deemed university candidate, the fee is Rs. 5,000. These fees are non-refundable and must be paid during the counselling registration window. Keep your scorecard and application details ready, as you will need them to register.

• AIQ/Central University General: Rs. 1,000
• SC/ST/OBC/PwD: Rs. 500
• Deemed University: Rs. 5,000
• Fee is non-refundable
• Registration opens after result declaration

Supreme Court Directive on Answer Key Transparency

The Supreme Court has mandated that NBEMS maintain transparency in the NEET PG examination process. As part of this directive, the board was expected to release a provisional answer key before declaring results, allowing candidates to verify their responses and understand their performance before the final result was announced. However, in this cycle, NBEMS released the result without first publishing the provisional answer key.

NBEMS is expected to release the provisional answer key, question IDs, correct answers, candidates' recorded responses, and scores for each question soon after the result announcement. This document will allow you to cross-check your marked answers against the official key and raise objections if you believe any answer is incorrect. The answer key is a critical tool for transparency and for candidates who wish to challenge the result or file an appeal.

• Supreme Court mandates answer key transparency
• Provisional answer key expected soon
• Will include question IDs and correct answers
• Allows candidates to verify responses
• Objections can be raised against answer key

Re-exam Conducted for Jaipur Centre Candidates

A re-examination for NEET PG 2026 was conducted on September 5 for candidates who were affected by the exam cancellation at the Jaipur centre. These candidates were given an opportunity to appear for the exam on an alternate date to ensure fairness. Their results are included in the overall result declaration announced today, and they can now check their scorecards using the same portal and process as all other candidates.

If you were one of the candidates who appeared in the re-exam, your result is now live. Verify your scorecard immediately and proceed with counselling registration if you meet the qualifying percentile for your category. The re-exam was conducted to maintain the integrity of the selection process, and all candidates from this exam are on equal footing for counselling.

• Re-exam held on September 5, 2026
• Conducted for Jaipur centre candidates
• Results included in today's declaration
• Same counselling process applies
• Check scorecard using application number and password

NEET PG Cutoff Ranks for Top Medical Colleges (MD General Medicine)

The opening and closing ranks for top government medical colleges in MD General Medicine (50% AIQ quota) from the previous year provide a benchmark for understanding the competition you will face in counselling. Colleges like ABVIMS and Dr. RML Hospital in New Delhi had opening ranks as low as 1 and closing ranks around 15, indicating extremely high competition. MAMC Delhi, VMMC New Delhi, and LHMC Delhi also saw very tight rank ranges, with closing ranks between 62 and 296.

These cutoff ranks are from the previous counselling cycle and are provided as a reference only. Your actual counselling experience will depend on the total number of qualified candidates this year, the number of seats available, and the choices made by candidates ahead of you in the merit list. Use these benchmarks to set realistic expectations about which colleges and specialities may be within your reach based on your rank. Colleges in metros and well-established institutions typically have lower (more competitive) closing ranks.

• ABVIMS, Dr. RML Hospital: ranks 1–15
• MAMC Delhi: ranks 34–62
• VMMC New Delhi: ranks 30–74
• LHMC Delhi: ranks 75–83
• Cutoffs vary by college and speciality
• Previous year data; current year may differ

What to Do Now: Your Immediate Action Plan

Your first action is to log in to natboard.edu.in, download your scorecard, and verify your percentile against your category's qualifying cutoff. If you are eligible, note your rank and begin preparing for counselling. Gather all required documents: your scorecard, application form, MBBS degree certificate, and any category certificates if applicable. These will be needed during counselling registration.

Next, research the colleges and specialities you are interested in. Review the previous year's cutoff ranks for those colleges to gauge your chances. Create a prioritized list of your preferred colleges and branches, keeping in mind both your aspirations and the realistic ranks required. Once counselling registration opens, you will need to fill in your choices in order of preference. The more informed your choices, the better your chances of securing a seat that aligns with your career goals.

• Download and verify your scorecard today
• Check your percentile against category cutoff
• Gather all required documents for counselling
• Research college cutoff ranks and specialities
• Prepare a prioritized list of college and branch choices
• Stay updated on counselling registration dates

Frequently asked questions

Your NEET PG 2026 result is now live—check your scorecard immediately, verify your eligibility, and begin preparing for counselling. The next few weeks are critical for researching colleges, understanding cutoff ranks, and planning your choices. Stay alert for counselling registration announcements and the provisional answer key release.