The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released revised cut-off scores for the NEET PG 2025 examination. An official notice, issued on January 9, 2026 , confirmed a significant reduction in minimum qualifying percentiles. This adjustment impacts the third round of counselling for the 2025-26 academic session across all candidate categories.
NBEMS lowered the minimum qualifying percentile cut-off to ensure a sufficient number of eligible candidates for postgraduate medical seats. This decision follows the original NEET PG 2025 exam results, declared on August 19, 2025 . The revised scores are now considerably lower than the initial criteria.
Revised Cut-off Scores
The updated qualifying percentiles for NEET PG 2025, applicable for the academic session 2025–26, are as follows:
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Criteria (Original) | Cut-off Score (Original – Out of 800) | Revised Minimum Qualifying Criteria (as of 09.01.2026) | Revised Cut-off Score (Subsequent to lowering) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General/EWS | 50th percentile | 276 | 7th Percentile | 103 |
| General PwBD | 45th percentile | 255 | 5th Percentile | 90 |
| SC/ST/OBC (Including PwBD of SC/ST/OBC) | 40th percentile | 235 | 0th Percentile | – 40 |
For General/EWS candidates, the required percentile dropped from the 50th to the 7th percentile. This reduced the cut-off score from 276 to 103 out of 800. General PwBD candidates now require a 5th percentile, down from 45th, with their score decreasing from 255 to 90. SC/ST/OBC categories, including PwBD, experienced a percentile requirement fall from 40th to 0th percentile, with their score decreasing from 235 to a negative 40.
Important Candidate Information
Candidates must be aware of several specific conditions related to these revised cut-offs. The original NEET PG 2025 rank, published in the NBEMS result notification on August 19, 2025 , remains unchanged. This revision only alters the eligibility threshold for counselling, not individual ranks.
Candidature for the counselling process is strictly provisional. It depends entirely on candidates fulfilling all eligibility requirements detailed in the NEET PG 2025 Information Bulletin. This includes the verification of Face ID or biometric data where NBEMS deems it necessary.
The counselling or admitting authority will conduct a thorough verification of academic credentials. They will check the aggregate marks from all MBBS Professional Examinations or marks obtained in the FMGE. These marks, as declared by the candidate in their NEET PG application form, must match original documents during admission.
Scorecards will specifically mention the MBBS/FMGE aggregate marks provided by candidates. This is particularly relevant when these marks served as a tie-breaking criterion for NEET PG 2025 ranks. Providing incorrect aggregate marks in the application, especially if used for tie resolution, will result in immediate candidature cancellation.
NBEMS, the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), or any counselling authority will apply penal action against candidates found using unfair means at any stage. If such a candidate has been declared successful, their results or candidature will be cancelled and deemed null and void.
Further Guidance and Contacts
Candidates must regularly check the official website of the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) at mcc.nic.in . This website provides the most current information regarding the counselling process and subsequent rounds. Timely updates are crucial for all applicants.
For any specific queries or clarifications, candidates can directly contact NBEMS. The NBEMS helpline number is 011-45593000 . Alternatively, candidates can submit inquiries through the NBEMS Communication Web Portal, accessible at exam.natboard.edu.in/communication.php . These resources are available for direct support.